I was just thinking about this last night. When I go to a retreat I can just concentrate on my sewing. I try to have my projects cut out ahead of time so when I get there I can just sew, sew, sew. When I am home there are too many distractions to have good quality sewing time. Plus at retreats the only meal I have to worry about is the one I am helping with. Can't wait for my retreat a week from today!