One of the most beautiful things about living at Laurelwood is the incredible beauty that surrounds us. The rolling hills, the coast range mountains, the orchard, the chickens, the neighbor’s horses, the ponds, the trees and the fresh air. All this gives us a sense of serenity and quietude; a union with nature and all life that is directly... Read more »
The land at Ananda Center at Laurelwood has a mystic feel. For over 100 years this has housed a community that focused on manifesting God in their lives through prayer, contemplation, and service. I first visited the campus in September of 2011 and was captured by its spell. I enrolled in the Cities of Light... Read more »
Laurelwood is a place of becoming. The center is growing, changing, expanding. Being a part of this unfolding has been amazing. I have grown spiritually and socially, It was hard for me to imagine before “diving in” how many challenges, breakthroughs and life truths I would encounter. Living among 50 kindred spirits can be exhilarating,... Read more »
Our 3rd spring at Laurelwood is here. First to arrive to this festive event were the colorful hyacinths, daffodils and tulips. The sweet fragrance of daphne and cherry blossoms waft through the air along with the chime sounds, blowing softly from under the old weeping birch. The fragrant lilac blooms, bouquets of rhododendrons and rose... Read more »
