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The Queen Bee’s Gift

6/24/2019

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JULY 2019
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After our ceremonial lunch, I stepped outside. I was immediately drawn to the Gazebo.
 
Entering it, I understood why.
The screened octagonal structure provided a subtle boundary for me.
I could see through the screen and at the same time I was alone.
 
A rectangular table and chairs stood in the center.
A white cloth covered the table.
 
Simplicity. Silence.
 
I smiled, sat in a chair and put my head on the table to rest.
I could feel the gentle breeze from the nearby lake caressing the back
of my neck and shoulders, relaxing them.
Closing my eyes, the chorus of birds lulled me into a deep rest.
 
Some time passed.
 
The soft sound of a bell roused me, calling us to the afternoon
​ session of this beautiful meditation retreat.
 
As I lifted my head I noticed a large insect on the inner side of the screen.
 
The Queen Bee!
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Impressive! How did she get in? Can she get out?
She has enough air to breathe but she’s without food and her tribe.
How long can she last?
I turned to go. I’ll check on her later, I decided and share what I’ve seen.
 
As I walked back to the meeting room, I remembered seeing two bumblebees
tumbling over each other inside a beach rose, earlier in the day.
I giggled at the thought of their joyful play.
 
Tribe. Food. Shelter.
 
The Queen Bee’s visit offered me a precious gift.
 
She reminded me that retreat is a necessary time to rest and restore
​ but not a place to reside indefinitely.
 
I also require food, shelter and my tribe in order to thrive.
 
 
Blessings and love,
 
Deborah
 

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