{"id":2742,"date":"2016-06-07T09:16:09","date_gmt":"2016-06-07T15:16:09","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.nicolecutts.com\/blog\/?p=2742"},"modified":"2016-10-20T17:56:21","modified_gmt":"2016-10-20T23:56:21","slug":"upcoming-event-writers-beach-retreat-by-the-pool-potomac-md","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.nicolecutts.com\/blog\/?p=2742","title":{"rendered":"Upcoming Event: Writer&#8217;s &#8220;Beach&#8221; Retreat by the Pool (Potomac, MD)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-large wp-image-2750\" src=\"http:\/\/www.nicolecutts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/Mini-Writers-Retreat-Summer-2016-poster-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Mini Writers Retreat Summer 2016 poster\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.nicolecutts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/Mini-Writers-Retreat-Summer-2016-poster-1024x768.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/www.nicolecutts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/Mini-Writers-Retreat-Summer-2016-poster-300x225.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.nicolecutts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/Mini-Writers-Retreat-Summer-2016-poster-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>I&#8217;m excited to tell you that author <a href=\"http:\/\/mariaolsen49.wix.com\/author\">Maria Leonard Olsen<\/a> and I as well as our\u00a0retreat participants\u00a0had such a fabulous time on our\u00a0sold\u00a0out &#8220;Writer&#8217;s Beach Retreat Spring 2016&#8221; that we want to do it again! A powerful group of women showed up and magic happened. Positive comments and demand for more have come\u00a0pouring in so to continue the amazing work that began that weekend we are doing a day-long mini retreat poolside in Potomac, MD!<\/p>\n<p><strong>Do you want to hear what participants are saying? Check out some of their comments below&#8230;<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Sometime God sends miracles. I saw many of them this past weekend. The connections, the love, the food, the talent, the love, the healing tears, the laughter. Our voices. ALL OF US. &#8212;<strong>Daynna Dixon<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-2745\" src=\"http:\/\/www.nicolecutts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_2921-240x300.jpg\" alt=\"IMG_2921\" width=\"240\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.nicolecutts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_2921-240x300.jpg 240w, http:\/\/www.nicolecutts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_2921-768x960.jpg 768w, http:\/\/www.nicolecutts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_2921-819x1024.jpg 819w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 240px) 100vw, 240px\" \/>Thank you so much <a href=\"http:\/\/visionquestretreats.com\/about\/nicoles-bio\/\">Nicole Cutts<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/maria.l.olsen?hc_location=ufi\">Maria Leonard Olsen<\/a> for creating life moments that heal, affirm and celebrate our stories! &#8211;Carol Binta, Author of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.ca\/CIVILIZED-BLACKS-AMERICAN-PARALLELED-WASHINGTON-ebook\/dp\/B00JDO106M\/175-6300326-3761451?ie=UTF8&amp;*Version*=1&amp;*entries*=0\"><strong>Civilized Blacks<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Rejuvenation! A weekend full of love, authenticity and breakthrough. 2016 Beach Retreat with Vision Quest Retreats is just what the doctor ordered, Literally. Thank you Dr. Nicole Cutts and Maria Leonard Olsen for your vision and coaching.\u2014<strong>Spirit Dixon<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Writer&#8217;s Beach Retreat 2016: Talk about a wealth of information. The workshops, information, tips, and advice Nicole and Maria gifted to us were priceless. We also had a workshop led by Pam our social media maven. Truly an awesome and invaluable experience. I&#8217;ve already begun to apply things I&#8217;ve learned. &#8212;<strong>Anonymous<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Vision Quest Retreats &#8220;Writer&#8217;s Beach Retreat&#8221; provided an excellent opportunity to tap <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-2746\" src=\"http:\/\/www.nicolecutts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_2916-e1465259967138-225x300.jpg\" alt=\"IMG_2916\" width=\"225\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.nicolecutts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_2916-e1465259967138-225x300.jpg 225w, http:\/\/www.nicolecutts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/IMG_2916-e1465259967138-768x1024.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 225px) 100vw, 225px\" \/>into and explore the writer I&#8217;ve always wanted to be. The retreat led by Dr. Nicole Cutts and Maria Olsen provided the right balance of workshops and one-on-one sessions to educate and arm each individual participant with their own actionable items to move forth to their next level of being a writer or advancing their existing projects. Nicole and Maria were very knowledgeable and encouraging with each participant. They also provided a perfect setting to relax, focus, be deliciously nourished, and have fun. I definitely recommend this retreat and their services to assist anyone in their writing efforts. &#8212;<strong>Kathryn C. Boxill Satisfied Customer &amp; Writer<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-2747\" src=\"http:\/\/www.nicolecutts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/composite-fr-Kathryn-213x300.jpg\" alt=\"composite fr Kathryn\" width=\"213\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.nicolecutts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/composite-fr-Kathryn-213x300.jpg 213w, http:\/\/www.nicolecutts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/06\/composite-fr-Kathryn.jpg 680w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 213px) 100vw, 213px\" \/>The VQR Writer&#8217;s Beach Retreat was superb! I gained a wealth of information about writing, and engaged in wonderful dialogue with a group of phenomenal women writers. This retreat was more than just a weekend of writing and obtaining informational resources. It was packed with motivational and inspirational messages, sisterhood, and healing. Vision Quest has inspired me to become the writer that I have always wanted to be. Thank you Dr. Nicole Cutts and Maria Olsen for your enthusiasm, hospitality, and valuable insight and coaching during the retreat. I am looking forward to another writer&#8217;s workshop. &#8212;<strong>Anonymous Participant<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>REGISTER FOR THE <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/writers-beach-retreat-by-the-pool-potomac-md-tickets-25903592342\">WRITER&#8217;S &#8220;BEACH&#8221; RETREAT BY THE POOL!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Join this women&#8217;s\u00a0day-long poolside mini\u00a0retreat to\u00a0reconnect with and strengthen your writing muscles in a peaceful supportive atmosphere.<\/p>\n<p>Do you\u00a0crave a peaceful creative space to focus on your writing? Would you like to get the support of published experienced like minded women and\u00a0inspiration\u00a0to support your writing? If so join us for this relaxing and rejuvenating day poolside in a private home in Potomac, MD\u2026<\/p>\n<p>On this retreat published authors and a success coach will guide you through\u00a0writing exercises and share tips\u00a0to help improve and SELL your writing. You will also get a chance to share and get feedback on your latest writing projects\u00a0in\u00a0this supportive creative environment.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Carve out this quiet time to concentrate on your writing.<\/li>\n<li>Improve your writing skills along with tips on\u00a0publishing, marketing &amp; selling your books<\/li>\n<li>Receive feedback &amp; inspiration from like-minded talented\u00a0women who are living their visions of success.<\/li>\n<li>Rejuvenate with healthy food, yoga, &amp; relaxation in nature.<\/li>\n<li>Create accountability partnerships\u00a0to help you advance your writing projects.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Registration:<\/strong> $97.00 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/writers-beach-retreat-by-the-pool-potomac-md-tickets-25903592342\"><strong>EARLY BIRD PRICING: $87.00<\/strong><\/a> (Discounts available for returning retreat attendees)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Meet the Facilitators!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Nicole Cutts<\/strong> is the author of <a href=\"http:\/\/visionquestretreats.com\/the-book\/\"><strong><span style=\"color: #0066cc;\">The Adventures of Isabelle Book I<\/span><\/strong><\/a> a fantasy adventure<a href=\"http:\/\/www.nicolecutts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/Gleaner-Headshot.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-2627\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-2627\" src=\"http:\/\/www.nicolecutts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/Gleaner-Headshot-240x300.jpg\" alt=\"Gleaner Headshot\" width=\"240\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.nicolecutts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/Gleaner-Headshot-240x300.jpg 240w, http:\/\/www.nicolecutts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/Gleaner-Headshot.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 240px) 100vw, 240px\" \/><\/a> heroine&#8217;s quest novel. She is also a clinical psychologist, success coach and master facilitator. Her passion is helping women unite with their passion through their life&#8217;s work. Read more about Nicole <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/visionquestretreats.com\/about\/nicoles-bio\/\">HERE<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nicolecutts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/MariaOlsen.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-2626\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-2626\" src=\"http:\/\/www.nicolecutts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/MariaOlsen-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"MariaOlsen\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.nicolecutts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/MariaOlsen-200x300.jpg 200w, http:\/\/www.nicolecutts.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/MariaOlsen.jpg 360w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/><\/a>Maria Leonard Olsen<\/strong> is a Bethesda-based attorney and writer.\u00a0 Her first book, &#8220;Mommy, Why&#8217;s Your Skin So Brown?&#8221; is a consciousness-raising children&#8217;s book about biracial children.\u00a0 Her second children&#8217;s book, &#8220;Healing for Hallie,&#8221;\u00a0was published this spring by Mirror Publishing.\u00a0 Her adult nonfiction book, &#8220;Not the Cleaver Family&#8211;How the Typical American Family Has Changed,&#8221; is in production by Tate Publishing.\u00a0 Maria graduated from Boston College and the University of Virginia School of Law.\u00a0 She practices civil litigation part time.\u00a0 Her writing has been published by The Washington Post, the Washingtonian, Washington for Women, Parenting Magazine, Babytalk, among others.\u00a0\u00a0 She has presented at the Washington independent Review of Books, and numerous book fairs and diversity festivals.\u00a0 You can learn more about Maria <a href=\"http:\/\/mariaolsen49.wix.com\/author\"><strong>HERE<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>For More Info: <\/strong>Maria Leonard Olsen 301.520.6548 or Nicole Cutts 202.669.5777<\/p>\n<p>Visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.VisionQuestRetreats.com\">Vision Quest Retreats<\/a><\/p>\n<p>See Images from our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/media\/set\/?set=a.10154498138891664.1073741835.138413556663&amp;type=3\"><strong>Writer&#8217;s Beach Retreat Spring 2016!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>REGISTER FOR THE <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com\/e\/writers-beach-retreat-by-the-pool-potomac-md-tickets-25903592342\">WRITER&#8217;S &#8220;BEACH&#8221; RETREAT BY THE POOL!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I&#8217;m excited to tell you that author Maria Leonard Olsen and I as well as our\u00a0retreat participants\u00a0had such a fabulous time on our\u00a0sold\u00a0out &#8220;Writer&#8217;s Beach Retreat Spring 2016&#8221; that we want to do it again! 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