When I stepped out of the ferry and had my feet on the bridge at Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal, I realized first my jaws got tightened, followed with my facial muscle, diaphragm and of course my entire respiratory system....

I remembered very well before the 5Gateways Program ended earlier that morning, Open stated very clearly that we would notice changes from being in and out of the retreat - that important is to inquire into the situation without intention but attention to our bodily reactions.

A few days now past, when I thought my bodily reactions, mostly contractions towards circumstances around my being was not getting any better, I came upon this article.....Oop......its like the drop of water in the desert....the light of the dawn.....and loving tears just rolled and rolled and rolled...

I love you, Open and all those new friends for a beautiful experience in Seattle. If there is a way to tell everyone in this world about you, OPEN and this organization, I will gladly do so in return for your genuine love.

Miss you much and much love and appreciation
Ellen