We often provide an opportunity for those among us who have just completed a significant retreat to “think out loud” about the experience.  This can be beneficial for that person and perhaps inspiring for those listening.  This was the first retreat for Lezlie that involved the intense training provided by the teaching of S. N. Goenka, who has had a significant impact on many contemporary mindfulness meditators.  She describes the structure of the retreat and some significant insights she realized about herself.  Her presentation is followed by several comments and questions from participants in the meeting.