CELEBRATE WHAT’S RIGHT WITH YOUR WORLD OCTOBER 17 - 19, 2025
The Idlewyd B&B, Lakeside, Ohio
For women who are ready to . . .
take a weekend for themselves
develop new habits of celebration
see the world in ways that fill them with joy
feel energy in their outlook
and celebrate what’s right with their world!
We often celebrate the big milestones in life—graduations, anniversaries, new babies. But how often do we pause to celebrate the small moments, the everyday joys?
When we choose to celebrate the ordinary, we begin to see life differently. We cultivate gratitude, strengthen our belief in ourselves, and open up to the possibilities that surround us.
What lens are you using to view your world? Do you seek out possibility?
When change comes, do you embrace it?
Are you celebrating what’s right in front of you?
“This retreat is a keeper - from the groundedness of DeWitt Jones to the lightheartedness of CELEBRATING!”
“The walks were so amazing for me. I was able to be alone with myself & remember who I was.”
“Lakeside was magical.”
What’s Included:
A private bedroom and bathroom for each guest (2-night stay)
Delicious home-cooked meals: 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts, and 1 lunch
All retreat programming and materials, including a personalized journal, guided meditations, and a curated gift bag
Access to scenic walking paths and nature trails
A stroll along The Beautiful Mile on the shores of Lake Erie
A 700-foot pier extending over the open waters of Lake Erie
Full access to Lakeside’s amenities
Exclusive access to the alumni community at www.stretchingforwardspirit.com
Delicious home cooked meals - dietary restrictions honored
What’s Not Included:
Transportation to and from the retreat venue
Personal preference snacks & drinks
Fellowship
”I feel I have learned I can accept where I am, accept I have power to enhance my life, and most importantly, I can care for myself.”
All-inclusive price of $595
Deposit of $300 reserves your room, final payment due by September 30, 2025
Early Bird Bonus Options (before September 20, 2025)
Bonus 1:
$535 for previous Stretching Forward retreaters (save $60)
$560 for previous one-day Stretching Forward retreaters (save $35)
Bonus 2:
$545 if you refer a friend who is new to the Stretching Forward retreat experience
You and your friend will each receive $50 off your registration
Scheduling Details:
Check in Friday, October 17, 2025 between 10:30 - 11:30 am at the Idlewyld B&B, Lakeside, Ohio
Retreat begins at 12:30 pm Friday (after lunch on your own)
Retreat ends around 1:30 pm Sunday, October 19
Cancellation Policy
A full refund minus a $50 service fee will be provided with written notice of cancellation prior to 45 days of the retreat. A refund of 50% will be provided with written notice between 30 - 45 days prior to retreat.
No refunds will be provided within 30 days of retreat.
“Soul searching and Soul stretching.”
A bit about Lakeside:
Founded in 1873, Lakeside is one of the few remaining Chautauquas left in the U.S. Many of the cottages are of a Victorian style and go back 100 years or more. From Memorial Day to Labor Day it is a flurry of activity as a wonderful place for families to vacation. In the spring and fall, life is much quieter, a perfect place for rest, reflection, and retreat.
“I truly enjoyed this whole weekend and appreciated different parts for different reasons. A good balance of connecting with the other women and connecting with myself.“
What to Expect:
Meaningful time together to learn and share
Quiet moments alone to savor and contemplate
Guided journaling and meditation sessions
Solitary walks in nature to reconnect and reflect
Fun, laughter, and nourishing good food
Opportunities to embrace and express your creativity
“This was an amazing weekend. I learned so many lessons to take with me in my life. I am discovering how much I like me.”
A note from Diane
Having been a caregiver for most of my life, I am deeply passionate about education and the journey of self-discovery. Over the years, attending numerous retreats has taught me the incredible value of taking intentional time for yourself. I’ve come to understand that I am so much more than just a first-born daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, registered nurse, and educator and I recognize and honor the value of taking time for yourself.
Sharing insights with other women during dedicated time away from the busyness of daily life brings me as much joy as the light I see shining in their eyes. Celebrating what’s right in your world opens the door to recognizing that there is always something to celebrate every day.
I invite you to join me in this serene setting as we stretch into our true selves and cultivate new habits of celebration and self-appreciation.
“And I learned yes, a weekend can be enough time to remind me
how important I am to myself and the world.”