Erika Kotite

What do Virginia Woolf, Anne Morrow Lindbergh, Ayn Rand and Marie Antoinette all have in common? They knew the power of private space. Women have always been challenged by myriad responsibilities and the persistent feeling of "losing themselves" in the care of others. It is seldom feasible to run away; instead, the solution might be in carving out a little personal space, a cozy quiet realm where you can hear yourself think.

Get ready to join the She Shed Nation, a quest to find the perfect space for "repose and control." This talk opens up a unique historical perspective on women's "rooms" through the centuries as well as a blueprint for establishing a place of your own today. Where can we go when the going gets rough? Why do women crave a personal space, something they often cannot get in their own home? What benefits can be had from a small shed with windows and a pretty door in the back yard? What are some practical ways to create that space?