It was a planned get together with a few close, longtime fiends, as well as some other friends and a couple of new friends! Men and women. We rented a house right on Lake Lure next to Chimney Rock, NC. I hadn’t been there since I was a kid.

Oh, I was impressed that this is the lake where the movie Dirty Dancing was filmed! The cast stayed at the local Hotel during filming where they still provide a tribute to the film and cast. The boat tours will point out famous sites from the movie. I took some photos.

We had our own itinerary that included hiking, boat rides, outdoor lakeside dining, local flower garden, etc. Plus down time to reflect and breathe deeply. Plus, sharing our feelings with our friends. It didn’t hurt that most of my friends were very health conscious . Some are vegan and they all are very active. It was the most memorable vacation in the US. Photos below, The bear near the boat was taken from our dock!

ADDITIONALLY, I later discovered that there are professional resorts at that location that offer what I experienced! It’s described as a place where there’s a portal to a place of transformation! I had no idea when I went. Therefore, I think it’s real. To each his own, but I’m a believer. 😉