What Our Writers Are Saying
If I Could Go Back In Time, I Would Have Done It A Thousand Times Again!
I came to the writer´s retreat in Sedona in 2015 without knowing what to expect. I just knew that there [...]
Your Amazing Retreat Will Be The Benchmark For All Others!
Thank you so much Julie for such a wonderful experience. I gave myself permission to attend my first writers retreat. [...]
To Say It Delivered Everything Promised Would Be A Terrible Understatement
I attended Julie Colvin's Wellness and Writing Retreat in Sedona, AZ. To say it delivered everything promised would be a [...]
Everything Is Right Here
This Retreat surpassed my every expectation. Not only did every single item I signed up for get addressed with astute [...]
I’m Still Giddy With Delight!
I had to go back to work last night. Did I dread it? No. I was at peace. Why? Because [...]
It Was Extraordinary In Every Way
This was no ordinary experience. It was extraordinary in every way. I am grateful to Julie, Lisa, Gary, Windy the [...]
I Am A Better Version Of Myself And I Write Everyday, Thanks To This Wellness & Writing Retreat!
From the moment I arrived, I immediately knew that this was the perfect place to experience a Wellness and Writing [...]
Forever Be Remembered As Life Changing
I have attended many conferences over the years and all of them have provided a special gift. The most recent [...]
All My Gratitude To You My Teachers In The Retreat For Your Words Of Wisdom And Tools Of Empowerment
All my gratitude to you my teachers in the retreat for your words of wisdom and tools of empowerment. From [...]
This Was My Third Retreat With Julie, Lisa And Gary
They say three times a charm. Well, let me tell you, it's true. This was my third retreat with Julie, [...]
I Found Confidence In My Voice
I found confidence in my voice and courage to share it through my writing. ~ Melina Steinhart
Wellness & Writing’s 2nd Hay House Contest Winner of a $10,000 Publishing Contract!
Last June Hay House Publishing held a Writer's Workshop in Denver, CO where their best-selling author, Gregg Braden spoke about [...]
Gifts In Sedona!
Most of my young adult life was spent trying to acclimate. I moved 23 times by the time I was [...]
Don’t Just Think Seriously About Attending This Retreat – Attend!
“… The tours have been amazing - each providing things I can add to my repertoire of life experiences. I [...]
Returned Home Rejuvenated, Feeling My Greatness!
What a fantastic, life changing experience. I cannot say thank you enough to Julie Colvin and Lisa Fugard and all [...]
The Alchemy That Happened At This Retreat Still Brings Tearful Emotions
"The Wellness & Writing Retreat to Italy was truly magical. It surpassed ALL expectations that I had before going. I [...]
I Left Enlightened with a New Passion for Writing and a Refreshed Sense of My Own Wellness
Dear Julie and Lisa. After a week of wellness and writing I would like to thank you for both. The [...]
Hay House – Writing Workshop – Book Contest Winner!
"After learning from Lisa at one of Hay House's writing events, I knew that working with her would be a [...]
I Will Forever Hold Close To My Heart This Italian Adventure!
This was my first trip to Italy … Helen Keller once said “Life is either a daring adventure or nothing.” [...]
My Expectations Went From The Reserved To The Sublime
"Eat, swim and write became my mantra for this exotic Wellness & Writing Retreat to Nerano, Italy. My expectations went [...]
A Wrangler’s Craft
The skittish horses pranced awkwardly, approaching the corral, wide eyed and dry mouthed. Some had been here before and stood [...]
Now I Have My book In Hand And We Are Impacting People!
It was the fall of 2012 when I first contacted Lisa Fugard who led me to Julie Colvin. We worked [...]
You Sent Us Home Better People And Better Writers
On a cool spring morning I left my comfortable Savannah on the Atlantic Ocean and headed for the unknown of [...]
An Atmosphere That Builds Trust And Confidence
ulie and Lisa's ingredients for their wellness and writing retreat: An inspiring natural setting, beautiful accommodations, a supportive environment, generosity [...]
Carpe Diem – What Are You Waiting For?!?!?!
Honky Tonk Merry Go Round I'm on a honky tonk merry-go-round Actin' like a foolish clown Still racin' those blues [...]
It Was A Moment So Big For Me, On So Many Levels
I have suffered from “lone-wolf” syndrome for many years now. As I came into my spiritual and creative self-awareness in [...]
Deep Bow of Gratitude
Final stages for Trailing Sky Six Feathers: One Man’s Journey with his Muse. The manuscript is edited – by the [...]
There Is A Truth About The Energy In Sedona
A week has passed since I returned from my second time around with the Wellness & Writers' Retreat led by [...]
It’s What The World Needs More Of
The trip to Sedona has been a highlight of the year and especially with the pleasure and honor of meeting [...]
That’s What I Needed!
Thank you everyone for listening to my fragmented prose. I brought straggling bits and piece - fragments I have no [...]
I Walked Away With So Much More Than I Ever Could Have Imagined…
Dear Julie and Lisa, I walked away with so much more than I ever could have imagined at the wellness [...]
This Was A Life Changing Retreat
This was a life changing retreat. My wife and I were in awe when we arrived into such an incredible [...]
The Retreat Was Exhilarating
The retreat was exhilarating. A group of ten writers arrived as strangers and left as family. The sheer talent of [...]
Love And Co-creative Transformation
Following the Sedona retreat, I needed a week’s reprieve to maintain the ride I had taken on that self-healing high [...]
All I Can Say Is Amazing!!
All I can say is Amazing!!! The people I met there were some of the most Amazing people I have [...]
The Experience Was All That I Needed To Become The Writer In Me
I often fear that which is different or not near my comfort zone. The idea of sharing a week with [...]
Love in Sedona, Arizona
Heading into the Red Rock of Sedona, Arizona, my anticipation had been swelling for months and now it was here, [...]
It’s a Writing Miracle!!!
Dear Julie & Lisa, Your input, insights, encouragement and prodding’s have been invaluable to me. I am amazed in looking [...]
Thanks in Great Part to Your Brilliance, Your Warmth, and Your Exquisite Guidance
Dear Dear Wonderful Julie and Lisa! A wee babe has just been delivered to the inbox for the Writers Workshop [...]
The Dynamic Duo
When I began the process of choosing an editor for my book proposal I emailed Lisa Fugard and she asked [...]
I Am A Writer
My whole life, I've always enjoyed words. Word games, journaling, even school writing assignments - they all energized me. I've [...]
This Retreat Brought Out Each Participant’s Uniquely Brilliant Skills!
The Writers' Workshop & Wellness Retreat was one of the most rewarding events I have ever attended. The beautiful beach [...]
The Top of My Favorites List
I made a spontaneous decision to attend the Wellness & Writing Retreat at Hilton Head Island, SC and couldn't be [...]
The Universe Opened Up And Sent Me A Gift
Writing songs, poetry, an article or book came natural to me. Writing has always been part of my soul and [...]
This Was Definitely Worth The Time!
Having never been on a retreat before I was unaware what to expect from the experience. From day one Lisa [...]
Excited For This New Journey!
We are currently working with some fabulous clients and look forward to the completion of their projects with GREAT eagerness. [...]