Now I see also a large property on many acres of land that has been developed as a community and a retreat. Everywhere I look is pleasing to the eye with many kinds of plants, trees, flowers and birds and animals. There are gardens and meadows and paths into woods. It's a friendly, welcoming place.

This Community is near a body of water, either a lake or the sea, and all of the dwellings are in view of it. It is in a temperate climate where it is comfortable to be outside much of the year. There are wonderful shared spaces for lots of community activities and a variety of dwellings artfully and functionally designed to merge into the luxurious, natural landscape.

People in the community are fully engaged in enjoying the life there. People from all races and faiths are there. There is a feeling of acceptance, like a warm embrace, about the place. The energy is high and I can't wait to arrive and join in.

When I arrive, I am welcomed completely. There are so many things going on that I want to do and so many people I want to get to know. I choose to go for a hike with a group to the nearby hot springs. We prepare a lunch and off we go! I'm in paradise.

-Lynnette