10/04/2026
As with so many things in my life, the Universe set the wheels in motion, quite literally, as I drove up to this “Holy Mountain,” the venue for our 11th Annual Fall Fabulous Yoga & Wellness Weekend. 🍁
There’s quite a story behind what led me here, but suffice it to say, I believe the powers that be guided me to exactly where it, I, we, are meant to be!
Since I'm not one to do things halfway, I took the drive up to explore it for myself today, ahead of our upcoming wellness weekend . ( Yes, very last minute, but that's part of the longer story.)
So I finally made it up, and OMG, it's beyond lovely....the beautiful multiple chapels, stunning statues, and the presence of my favorite saint, St. Francis of Assisi, captured my heart immediately. One day was not going to be enough.
So… I'm staying the night! The rooms are understated, simple, and clean, even that minimalism and simplicity is so chill and inviting.
This evening, I gathered with the Franciscan friars for the Transitus of St. Francis, commemorating his passage from earthly life into eternal life—800 years ago. An unexpected and meaningful blessing in a place I had only just discovered.
The Holy Mountain welcomes people of all faiths and beliefs. Over the years, our Fall retreats have taken us to Buddhist monasteries, Hindu ashrams, interfaith centers, and contemporary wellness retreats. Each offered something special. This time, however, I’ve found a place that also speaks to my own Catholic roots and the spirit of St. Francis, whose love for nature and animals has always been close to my heart. 💓 🫏🐈🐒🐕🐾
Our weekend getaway is all about stepping away from the everyday noise and enjoying time in nature, movement, meditation, introspection, and restoring our energy.
This wonderful land is perfect for all of it and has so much to offer for our wellness weekend: From a meditative walk thru the Labyrinth ..,,to walking the legendary Appalachian Trail as it crosses the property.....to yoga outdoors for the restorative benefits of being among the trees....calming our nervous system, and soothing our minds with the sites, sounds and smells of the mountain.....and tapping into our Yin/Yang energy by soaking up the sun's warmth rays while also enjoying the cool crisp autumn air.
Simple pleasures are at the heart of this place offering exactly what our hearts and souls need on this year's wellness retreat to restore, revive, and rejoice. 🍁
-And perhaps I’m a little biased, but this may be our most beautiful setting yet 😍
Sometimes an unexpected change leads us somewhere we didn’t know we needed to be.
I already can’t wait to return… and thankfully, I only have to wait a week. YAY!
See you again soon, Holy Mountain. Namaste! 🙏
