Traveling Goddesses Spring Trip: DAY 2

The "many shades of Turquoise" Caribbean tossed by warm tropical breezes and sensuous scents give new life to every breath, every movement and every moment.  Today, was the opportunity for us to go into Puerto Morelos, a small fishing village, a 10 minute walk on the white sandy beach to get a  "lay of the land," change money, have lunch, walk the beach barefooted, swim, savor the warmth and beauty of the Caribbean.

Unlike much of the Mayan Riveria, Puerto Morelos remains a village where the local people and travelers come to the village square to enjoy entertainment, children play in and on the wooden playground, adults and teens play basketball, and and where three and four generations of local families really enjoy a day at the beach - their home away from home. To be in Puerto Morelos is to be warmly welcomed by those we pass on the beach, in the shops and town square.
  
 

Kimala Kai

Transformation of : BODY, Mind and Spirit through movement Late this afternoon Kimala Kai, owner of Soul Essence Massage and Tantra-Soul in Eden Prairie, Minnesota led us in "Free to be Present."  An incredible experience of meditation, movement and music that invites to live into our magnificent bodies, enliven our loving hearts, awaken our spirits and get out of our minds (heads).  She will offer two more workshops on this trip.

Kimal has been sharing her gift with women and men for over thirty years providing transformational opportunities for hundreds of women, we are fortunate to be the first to receive her gifts in the Yucatan. 




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Traveling Goddesses Spring 2013: Day One (April 6)

Puerto Morelos Street Scene

I took this picture from our lunch table yesterday at TACOS.COM where the menu consists of "gourmet tacos."  So the three of us pulled our chairs up a table and proceeded to order three tacos each, squid, shrimp and chorizo tacos on corn tortillas and paired them with a pitcher of fresh papaya water.  What a delicious lunch while enjoying each others company.  Then came the sounds that told us that the "good humor" cart approaching with the music and bells announcing its arrival.

Another sign we are indeed in Puerto Morelos is the number of vintage Volkswagen Beetles and Volkswagen buses.  A stroll down the street this morning for a cup of coffee brought a Volkswagen Eurovan outfitted for camping to my attention!  It was fabulous.  All one would need for simple travel on four wheels.  A quick glance at the license plate showed that it had come from Alberta, Canada and the decals indicated that the owners are divers.  They came to the right place too!

It is now after 3:00 p.m. here (Daylight Savings Time begins tonight) and all but three of our goddesses have arrived.  Women from California and Minnesota are here to savor the spectacular opportunities prepared by Connie, Margo and Beatriz.

Melissa, who came on the Fall 2011 Goddess Trip and then moved here 10 months ago was here to greet us.  She looks wonderful and has since arriving in Puerto Morelos been training as a massage therapist.  Five of us have already been gifted by her healing massages.

If you are coming to Puerto Morelos and looking for a fabulous massage she can be reached at melissa.bechthold@hotmail.com or www.facebook.com/melissa.bechthold   This is the third time in 18 months that she has offered yoga on the beach or at the Infinity Pool for Traveling Goddesses.  My 2nd massage is scheduled for 2:00 tomorrow by the Infinity Pool overlooking the Caribbean, the view for my massage is in the photo below which shows Melissa leading the Fall 2011 goddesses in yoga on the beach.

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Yoga on the beach with Melissa

April 5, 2013 PUERTO MORELOS, Quintana Roo, Yucatan

Connie savoring bougainvillea

Yes.  Five of us are here, six more arrive tomorrow afternoon.  Connie and Margo arrived on April 3, Kimala, Michele and I arrived on April 4.  Between strolling to the coffee shop, down to Ana's restaurant for dinner, beach and swimming time, the last details are being put into place for the Spring 2013 Goddess Trip to Puerto Morelos.

Oh, yes!  Beatriz, our "guide to the Yucatan" is fully present as always.  Right now she, Connie and Michele are off shopping for the fresh sumptuous food that will feed our bodies and souls in healthy, organic and beautiful ways in the coming days.

Melissa, who moved here a year ago,  was also waiting for us to arrive and has been massaging the knots and violin strings taught muscles in our bodies rendering us to mere putty under her healing hands, preparing us to be fully relaxed and present for our time here. My turn is tomorrow morning, 9:30 a.m.  Oh, what decadence!

The time was a little confusing when we first arrived, then we remembered that Daylight Savings Time begins here tomorrow night, then our bodies will be in-sync with the rest of the Universe.

We will be posting regularly the next week!  Hola from all of us.

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Memories of Sunny Mexico.....ahhhh

Just 2 weeks ago we were all together in the Caribbean paradise. Such sweet memories:
the laughter, the fun, the fabulous food, the awesome massages at the Jungle Spa, the ocean and the beach, and best of all, the wonderful friendships. Here are few more memorable photos from our fall Traveling Goddess extravaganza.

 

Traveling Goddesses Snorkeling in Paradise

What could be more fantastic than snorkeling on the world's 2nd largest coral reef?
All of the women traveled by boat just 10 minutes out from shore. In fact, we could see our houses from the reef. 2 of the goddesses went snorkeling for the 1st time and were thrilled beyond their highest expectations. The colors of the coral, the fish, the anemones, the plants, the azure water, all of it was like swimming in an aquarium. At times, the fish and coral seemed so close that we were afraid that we might touch it. All was handled with care and concern by our skilled guides, Paz and Melissa. Melissa, also our yoga teacher for the week, photographed all of it with an underwater camera so that we can go home with a record of our fabulous snorkeling adventure.

 

Unbelievable Spa Day in the Jungle!!!
After starting the day with Yoga on the beach with our expert Yoga instructor, Melissa Bechthold, ( goddess
from Minnesota who actually moved to Puerto Morelos after coming on our Traveling Goddess trip last fall,)
the goddesses headed for the Jungle Spa for a day of Mayan massage.
The Jungle Spa is a non-profit organization and operated by a small group of Mayan women.
These women are highly trained and skilled massage therapists who excel in multiple types of massage,
including Mayan massage. These women are supporting over 100 people with the spa business.

Sandra Dayton, who manages the spa, gave the group a fascinating orientation about the spa's history and about
the benefits of Mayan massage. Each woman experienced a 2 hour treatment that included Mayan massage and
aloe treatment with banana leaf wrap. The relaxation process was enhanced by sipping a shot of Mayan anise flavored
liquer.

All the goddesses agreed that this was the most amazing massage treatment they had ever experienced. In
fact, some who normally have chronic pain reported having no pain at all after the massages. We love the Jungle
Spa and can't wait to return for more healing adventures.

 

Traveling Goddesses Take on the Town Square

News flash from Puerto Morelos, Mexico!!
Seven eager Traveling Goddesses from northern California and Minnesota descended on the town
square of the quiet fishing village of Puerto Morelos today and took the town by storm.
After a quick tour of San Martin, the local grocery store, and a mini class in money exchange
and using the Mexican ATM, they visited the local church and then began their shopping adventure.
Sharon, the local owner of Sofia's dress shop, hosted a wine and appetizer exclusive shopping event for the group.
They spent a delightful afternoon sipping wine, snacking, trying on clothes, and previewing the new designs
for her winter 2013 line of original fashions. They received a 15% discount on all purchases and a gift bag that
included an additional 15% coupon for the remainder of the week.