HuffmanCreekRetreat.com The Season of the Golden Light Every year I sit to write this message, and every year for the last ten I wonder if we should just hold onto this moment for ourselves. It's the time of year that's in between. The warm Summer days, perfect for splashing in the creek, have started the annual cooling. The light in the trees is a bit more golden. The morning fog a bit more moody. The air feels lighter. If you find yourself residing mostly indoors, you may miss it. This...

Grab every chance you get to play! Try new experiences and choose JOY. Here are some suggestions as a good start: 1. Bubbles: Buy a bottle of bubbles and just watch them lift and float in the air. Take pictures of them. See how long you can make one last. Do bubble races. Hike to Hooper Bald or drive to one of the pull offs along the Cherohala Skyway and blow your bubbles there. You will see that all people love bubbles and it is a great way to get everyone smiling! 2. Kite Flying: Bring a...