"I want you to know that over my sixty-six years, I have always created retreats for my self because I needed them to survive. Even though I didn't understand intellectually why I had to do this, I instinctively did this again and again since childhood. I know that if I hadn't had the wisdom and determination to do that, I wouldn't be here today to tell my story."

"It all started with a longing in my heart, traveled up to become a thought in my head, and turned out to be Chickadee Hill, a bit of heaven here on earth."

"I see things that others miss as they walk by because I am looking through the eyes of my heart and soul."

"I believe this planet needs those of us who are fired from within by compassion to get involved in a meaningful way. The need is so great that I give as much as I can to my family, my friends and my clients and then I need to pull back, withdraw and fill myself up again physically and spiritually."

"Sitting by the lake, a gentle breeze, the sounds of nature's creatures...tears gently fall and anoint my folded hands as I acknowledge the wonder of my sanctuary."