Image Reborn retreat: bonding and pampering in the mountains
Me and the gals at the retreat
I promised to report about the Image Reborn retreat, so here it is. It was beyond my wildest dreams. I knew it was going to be special as we wound up a mile-high mountain past huge mountain homes until we reached our mansion. We’re talking 10 bathrooms, a breathtaking view, special massage room, hot tub, etc.
I was first to arrive and Donald, our personal chef, was already preparing our fantastic meal that looked like something out of Martha Stewart. As the night wore on, the 10 of us got to know each other. We ended up cramming into the hot tub, everyone (but me) with glasses of wine. I went to bed early, but some stayed up until 4 a.m. We were joking that we should start a reality show, “Breast Cancer Survivors Gone Wild.”
The next morning, Pam Herskovitz, a nutrition counselor who participating in a groundbreaking study on nutrition and breast cancer, came and prepared a healthy breakfast. This included a healthy serving of information about the role of diet in cancer prevention. We even received a healing foods cookbook. Before long, it was time to go into Park City for lunch. And when we came back, facials and massages!! The evening ended with discussion and scrapbooking.
The best part of the weekend was bonding with other survivors. It felt like we knew each other for a long time. All the women were terrific, including our hosts Connie and Shelia from Image Reborn. I could tell they really cared about us and are living out a mission. I received a lot of inspiration meeting Lynda, an 8-year, stage Iv breast cancer survivor who is doing great.
I’d recommend checking out Image Reborn if you’re a breast cancer survivor and especially considering donating to this wonderful organization. Find out more by going to www.imagerebornfoundation.org.
sam elliston says:
Sounds like a great time- I finally finished your book and I really love it. It is writtne simply and clearly and yet it grabs the reader and hold the attendtion.
Each story is inspirational, each in a different way and as I browsed the pictures, I went back and read some stories a second time.
I like the way youseparated them into groupings and developed questions for readers. It’s a great book.
I am looking forward to your signing party next week, too.
Denise Deck says:
Great blog!
A Stage 3 Ovarian cancer survivor
Denise Deck says:
Your Comment…
Donald Evans says:
Hi Tami,
Thanks for that wonderful testimonial. It really is great to here from our ladies and know that they really enjoyed their time together in our healing setting.
What a pleasure and again thanks!!! Regards / Donald