The Didi Journal

Last year, my dear friend Kira - a gifted yogi, leader, and one of those rare humans who radiates fun just by being in the room - made me something special. It was her signature whipped body blend that we have all loved for years, infused with a specially curated blend for my new Didi Retreats business. It was made with so much intention and heart that it instantly became part of our Didi Retreat ritual. At my first reatreat, each guest received a jar as a welcome gift, and o

At Didi Retreats, every detail carries intention — from the ocean air to the meals that nourish us. Meet Karla, our resident chef and artist, whose story, spirit, and banana bread have become part of San Pancho’s magic.

I cannot wait to tell you - and show you - San Pancho. As we move into late October, this little town by the Pacific is just starting to come alive again. You can feel it in the air - the hum of acoustic music spilling from beach cafés, the salty wind coming off the ocean, the laughter of locals reuniting after the slow summer. There’s a rhythm here that rises from both the jungle and the sea. It’s not a rush; it’s a pulse. Around every corner, something quietly extraordinary

I’m one of five daughters (we were 4 until we found out about Michelle through 23&me… and I have five daughters (2 from my loins and 3...

Travel dust. To-do lists. Kids, partners, inboxes.  We love them… and we do not invite them into the first hours of retreat. At Didi...

Week 1: Digital Detox Turn it all off—phone, laptop, TV—for a set period of time. Notice the stillness, then the relief. Open Nesting...

I’m 58 years old, and for as long as I can remember, I’ve had people around me. Six kids. A husband. Friends. Colleagues. Dogs. You name...

Yesterday, I closed the door to our family home for the last time. The house where we raised six kids over the past 15 years. The house...

When my kids went off to college, I gave them the same pep talk every mom gives: 👉 “Be brave, smile at people, compliment someone on...

When someone mentions “the 4 F’s,” your mind might immediately wander into Rated-R territory. But no, this isn’t about our ever so...

Forget “empty nest.” Mine isn’t empty at all — it’s open . Wide open for new friendships, new adventures, and, most importantly, the...

“When women step away for a 4–5 night retreat, the whole family benefits. From reduced stress and fresh perspective to stronger relationships and healthier habits, here are 10 reasons why an annual women’s retreat in Mexico is an investment in everyone.”

Both a floating sound bath and Janzu use water as the healing medium, but they create very different experiences. Floating Sound Bath 🌊...

Tamara Feeling Open Nesting Vibes at The Cubs Game For decades, the phrase “empty nest” carried a bittersweet tone—children leaving home,...

Let’s be honest, sister—you’ve done your time. You’ve been the lunchbox artist, cutting crusts and slipping in little love notes like it...

At Didi Retreats, we build grounding into our days because it is easy, it is free, and it helps you arrive in your body faster than any itinerary ever could.

Why Open Nesters™ Are Flirting with the Sober Curious Movement

Let’s be honest—we’ve been running households, raising kids, juggling careers, showing up for everyone else, and somewhere along the way,...

Confession time: I wasn’t exactly born with kale in my DNA. I’ve eaten my fair share of bacon, hot dogs at Cubs games, and the occasional...

Imagine practicing yoga under palm trees with ocean breezes. At Didi Retreats, daily yoga happens under the sun, amplifying the body’s...