My husband and I have just returned from our first PDF and I have to say what an amazing time we both had! I did three cartwheels for a delicious grilled cheese sandwhich and I never thought I'd see the day when my normally shy husband would be swinging around a stripper pole for an alcoholic beverage. The level of equal participation and acceptance from everyone you came into contact with was astounding.

I did have a rather odd reaction that I didn't anticipate. It took me quite some time to get used to the fact that nothing cost anything. I kept having to be reminded of that fact; I guess because the travails of everyday life all cost something. Also, the repeated generous offerings from other people throughout the event, while wonderful, kept throwing me off and I was surprised at the urgent desire to do something for them in return. But then I realized that nothing was expected from me in return, besides enjoying whatever it is that was offered.

I guess I didn't realize how jaded I'd become and for that reason alone I am so grateful that we had a chance to experience an awakening of sorts. I've been reconnected with the good things that people are capable of.