By Silvana Soleri
If the idea of a mid-sized coastal city with a clean beach and a vibrant village street culture sounds appealing, then Delray Beach, Florida is worth a visit. Atlantic Avenue is the center of the historic downtown district, with a wide spectrum of diversions for all stages of Ex.
Located in west Delray Beach, away from the busy commercial area, is The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens. For the woman in the stage of Exile, the Morikami is a tranquil space that lends itself graciously to inner healing. A series concept gardens lead past grottos, into gazebos and over ponds - all designed for quiet contemplation. The museum cafe serves lunch on the terrace and features a Pan-Asian menu along with an expansive view of the gardens. A traditional Japanese Tea Ceremony is held in the Seishin-an Tea House monthly, between October and June. www.morikami.org
Depending upon your degree of chutzpah, the cozy Michaelangelo and Karena’s Piano Bar can be a fun stop on the Express stage of the journey. Catering to a mature clientele who come to belt out their favorite ballads, this is the place to debut your rendition of I Will Survive, in what is essentially a more dignified version of Karaoke. This locale, with its leather sofas, doubles as an art gallery and has an intimate atmosphere. Even their phone number is unlisted. They also serve complementary gourmet desserts and welcome dancing on a modest dance floor. 110 SE 2nd Ave.
If you’re ready to Explore what answers might reside below the surface of your life, try Flotation Therapy at the Quantum Healing Center. If you can imagine floating weightless – head included - in a warm, private, sterile saltwater pool, that’s the unique experience known as floatation therapy. The temperature is kept at 95 degrees, similar to that of the outer skin; in this environment, the entire body is free from the force of gravity and external stimuli. This allows the muscles of the body to fully relax, and the mind to drift into a state of complete relaxation. (Yoga classes and massages are also available.) (561) 272-3733.
As many credit card carrying women know, the healing power of symbolism should not be underestimated, particularly when it comes to the stage of Exorcise. Downtown Delray Beach is a goldmine of specialty shops that’s seen many a woman through this rite of passage. So, whether it’s heart-themed memento from Just Hearts, a novel of true crimes of passion from Murder on the Beach that make your own troubles pale in comparison, or the requisite new pair shoes from Vince Canning, rest assured, you’re in good hands here.
