Hello Reader,

There’s something about stepping out of your usual environment—even for just a few hours—that can shift everything.

This summer, we’re offering a series of small, half-day meditation retreats here at Antiquity Oaks Farm, just outside Cornell, Illinois.

They’ll be held from 9:00 a.m. to noon on the third Saturday of each month (May through August), and the first one is coming up this Saturday.

These mornings are simple by design. A chance to slow down, get out of your head a bit, and spend some time in a quieter, more grounded space.

We’ll include a mix of guided meditation, silent meditation, and gentle walking meditation, all led by Ryan Barfoot.

No experience is needed, and this isn’t anything you have to “do right.” There’s no pressure to share or participate in any particular way—just come as you are.

We’ll be meeting in the pavilion by the pond (weather permitting), with backup indoor spaces if it’s rainy and windy. We’ll have comfortable chairs available, but you’re welcome to bring a cushion or mat if you prefer sitting on the ground.

Afterward, you’re welcome to linger a bit—have a snack, a cup of coffee or tea, or even spend some time with the goats if that sounds like your thing.

We’re keeping these retreats intentionally small—just 8 people per session—so everyone has space to settle in and feel comfortable.

👉 Register for this Saturday’s retreat ($45)​

Can't make it this Saturday, but want to be notified about other retreats this summer?

👉 Join the waitlist for future summer dates​

If you’ve been feeling like you need a pause, but haven’t quite made the space for it, this might be an easy place to start.

Deborah

P.S. Want to spend the night camping on the farm beforehand? Check out our campsite.​