Erika is a fitness guru based out of New York City and leads part of the retreat. Both she and Tesha are amazing people and, even though I could only make part of the weekend, I had such a blast! Erika is getting married at Good Commons this September.
Tesha, a former Broadway performer and choreographer, created Good Commons a few years ago with the intent of creating a space where people, especially New Yorkers, could 'get away' from city life. She discovered a dilapidated old general store in Plymouth in 2006, began to build what eventually became Good Commons, and didn't look back.
I just want to give a quick shout-out to some of the people who led the retreat - first, Matthew Wexler, chef and Good Commons co-partner, who cooked amazing food all weekend. Of note: freshly baked chocolate cupcakes, with a hint of chili spice, served in teacups with whipped cream. Little yum-gasms.
Other folks I met over the weekend: Healing practitioner Timothy Becker, chiropractor Dr. Jason Gordon, and life coach Stefanie Ziev, all New York-based.
Be sure to check out the Good Commons site for upcoming retreats, and of course, they also host weddings and events. Just up the road is a historical site, 'old' Plymouth, which I scouted on the way back and will make for some awesome formals shots.
Now, on to the photos! Thanks again to Tesha and Erika for allowing me to take part in the fun and relaxation.
Drool-worthy buttermilk chive biscuits, and Matthew's doggie Wilbur.
A retreat guest talking to life coach Stephanie.
Our lovely bride Erika leading a morning meditation and yoga class.
Wait, let's zoom in on that shiny engagement ring a little more...
Saturday evening, after dinner and a few glasses of wine, we had an energetic and free-flowing temple dance session with Erika.
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Wow - you did such an amazing job capturing Good Commons and the amazing nurturing experience we all have going there! thanks for joining us!!! I LOVE your photo essay (and your writing!)
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