🌿 Step Into the Beauty of Slow 🌿




This retreat is an invitation to slow down in good company: to gather in the kitchen, savor a nourishing meal made together, walk forest trails, rest by the river, or nap in a hammock. Every moment is crafted with intention—so you can soften, settle, and return to yourself.

This is for you if...

  • You crave a slower, more intentional rhythm — even just for a day.
  • You long for meaningful connection with other women in a supportive, nurturing space.
  • You want the nourishment of a retreat without traveling far or spending thousands.
  • You feel drawn to simple rituals: circling together, preparing food, sharing stories.
  • You are ready to explore your inner voice through gentle creative writing (no experience needed).
  • You desire time for yourself — to be nourished, seen, and unhurried.
  • You are open to resting, receiving, and rediscovering the beauty already within you.

🚫 This is NOT for you if...

  • You prefer fast-paced, high-energy events or tight schedules.
  • You are uncomfortable with group sharing, reflection, or collaborative experiences.
  • You are not interested in exploring creativity, connection, or intentional living.
  • You are looking for a structured workshop with lectures or formal training.

🌸  You Will Walk Away from this Nourishing Day...🌸

  • feeling deeply rested, centered, and more connected to yourself.
  • with a full heart, a nourished body, and a quiet mind.
  • having shared meaningful connection and gentle conversation with other women.
  • having learned new meal recipes.
  • inspired by your own creative voice through simple, soulful writing.
  • with new practices to weave more slowness, presence, and joy into your everyday life.
  • feeling seen, heard, and lovingly supported.
  • with a renewed sense of trust in your own inner rhythm.

🌸 Leave this Retreat with Intentional Gifts
 to Extend the Experience🌸

  • A signed copy of my book, Simply French in America — stories, reflections and recipes to inspire slow, intentional living.
  • Journal prompts to continue deepening your inner work.
  • A recipe handout with all the nourishing dishes we prepare together.
  • And a surprise welcome gift, lovingly crafted just for you.
Take a moment to imagine this: a beautiful sunny day, the temperature just right, and a soft breeze brushing your skin. You're at Pointer’s Ridge, resting beneath a tree, simply soaking in the stillness and beauty around you. Maybe you're swaying gently in a hammock, drifting into a peaceful nap... or perhaps you’ve connected with a kindred spirit and decide to explore the trails together.
 




Picture yourself in a warm kitchen, surrounded by other women who, like you, are seeking calm, rest, and wisdom about living more simply. Side by side, you prepare a nourishing meal—your hands busy, your senses fully engaged. When the cooking is done, you gather for a shared tasting. Each bite is taken with intention, each flavor savored, as you settle into the present moment.
 




 
                           
$ 150 all included

This retreat is intentionally limited to 15 women for a more personal and connected experience. 
Save your spot now!



A Gift for You, Mama

This month, we’re honoring the beauty of mothers—of all kinds.
Reserve your spot at The Beauty of Slow retreat by May 12th and receive $20 off the full price.
Whether you're a mother, were mothered well, or are simply craving rest, this might be exactly what your heart needs right now.
P.S. Mother’s Day is just around the corner—just sayin’. 💛

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Meet Sandrine Pilaz, Organizer

Sandrine Pilaz is a French holistic health coach, private chef, author, chaplain and community builder based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Through her platform, Nourish Collective, she guides women—especially those in midlife—toward a life of balance, vitality, and authentic joy by integrating food, movement, and community. 

With a background in neuropsychology and certifications in health coaching, Sandrine offers a unique blend of expertise to support personal transformation. She is known for her nourishing meals at wellness retreats, such as Yoga Camp in the Black Hills, where she serves as the on-site holistic chef.  Her culinary approach emphasizes non processed, whole, and seasonal ingredients that promote well-being.

In addition to her culinary and coaching endeavors, Sandrine is the author of Simply French in America: Homemade Family Meals Made Easy, a book that combines her French heritage with practical guidance for healthy, home-cooked meals.  She also facilitates women's circles and community gatherings, creating spaces for connection and empowerment.

Sandrine's work is rooted in the belief that slowing down and simplifying life can make room for what truly matters. Through her various offerings, she helps individuals cultivate daily habits that nurture well-being, personal growth, and a sense of belonging.



Meet Deb Wendt Klebanoff (Host)

Deb is the heart behind a truly special place in Baltic—a hidden gem where you can step away from the busyness of life and reconnect with slowness and intention.

Pointer’s Ridge Retreat is dedicated to artists and the creative process, but it’s more than just a space to make art. It’s a sanctuary for spirit and craft—a rare kind of community where creativity is nurtured and presence is honored.

Whether you're seeking inspiration, solitude, or connection with other creatives, Pointer’s Ridge offers a space to slow down and come alive in your work.

Deb has generously made her beautiful, cozy cabins available for the women attending the retreat who wish to extend their stay overnight. While not included in the retreat price, cabins can be reserved directly through her for an added dose of rest and solitude. Learn more or request a stay at pointersridge.org




Meet Diane Douiyssi (Special guest)

Diane Roberson Douiyssi is an AWA Workshop Facilitator, Writer, Certified Wayfinding Life Coach, Endorsed Intuitive Energy Guide, and Poet currently living in South Dakota in the United States. She’s a lifelong writer who received her B.A. from Grinnell College. Her poems have appeared or will soon appear in Amethyst Review, Pasque Petals, Spillway, song of ourself, and World Lives, Prairie Living. Her first poetry collection, desert heart, is set to be published at the beginning of 2026. She is founder of Inner Wisdom Wayfinding where she hosts writing workshops and guides women who want to a better world to find the courage to bring their dreams to life.

 


I would be so grateful to share this time with you
—gathering, slowing down, and reconnecting.
This retreat is limited to 15 women to keep it intimate and heart-centered, 
so if it’s calling you, I hope you’ll say YES !