June 2009 Newsletter

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Hello Friends,

I trust that you are all enjoying the smell of those intoxicating wild roses! What an incredible feast for the senses as this season unfolds and fulfills the promises of spring.

The topic for this newsletter is change. As the saying goes, 'the one thing that you can count on for sure is change itself'. I put a brochure out a month ago and it seems that just about everything on the offerings page has...changed! I should have new ones out in another week....they will be available at the usual places on the island or you can always refer to the website: www.deerheartsanctuary.com

"Staying flexible means that you
never get bent out of shape."
-- a quote on Ambika's refrigerator
many moons ago.

So...here are the up to date offerings for June at Deerheart. Please note that two of these presenters are coming from off island, so...if you are intending to come, please let me know asap. Thank you!

June at deerheart

Friday June 12th at 7:30pm ***THIS FRIDAY EVENING***
T'AI CHI PRINCIPLES FOR YOGA PRACTITIONERS By donation!!!

Ed Hoeppner will be giving an introductory talk and demonstrations in the yurt for his upcoming weekend workshop by the same name. (dates to be announced).

Friday June 26TH 9:30am - 12pm
YOGADANCE with Gillian Saxby Cost $40.00

Yogadance is a unique approach which integrates the linking of breath and movement into the common elements of yoga, temple dance and belly dance. No experience necessary. Check her website at: www.islandyogadance.ca

Sunday June 28th 1 - 4pm
VOCAL EASE with Joanna Finch Cost: $40.00

Spend the afternoon singing with Joanna Finch. "Sticky music that brings a smile". Check her website at: www.joannafinch.com

Tuesday June 30th. at 7:30pm
AYURVEDIC YOGA THERAPY Cost $15.00

Asrael Happiness will be offering an introductory talk and class in the yurt. She will be offering a 3 day workshop at deerheart in July and will be teaching 2 classes a week. This is a great opportunity to meet her and to bring your questions.

GROUP SILENT MEDITATION RETREAT
Saturday July 4th - Tuesday July 7th.

'Just for a moment, Let yourself be here. Let yourself STOP becoming more, better, or different. You are not a walking mistake. You are not a problem to be solved.'
-- Adyashanti

As always, this is offered to the community by donation. There is a fee for food and accommodation.

GROUP SILENT MEDITATION SIT

On the field at Sandpiper Beach Tuesday and Thursday mornings 7:30 - 8:30am. Please bring your own blanket and cushion. There will be 3 rings to begin and end the sitting period. This will begin on June 23rd and continue through the summer weather permitting. By Donation. *Jennifer Armstrong's yoga class will follow 9 - 10:30am

PRIVATE RETREATS

We still have space for those wanting to seek refuge at deerheart this summer. The caravan is still available for a few weeks including the 1st week of August.

WOOFER WANTED

I need help and can offer a tent space and food in exchange for 4 hours/day, 5 days a week. This is a wonderful opportunity for anyone wanting to spend time at Deerheart and deepen their yoga/meditation practice. I would like a commitment of one week and we can go from there. Carpentry skills would be an asset!

In Peace, Michelle

*Please refer to www.deerheartsanctuary.com for more information or do not hesitate to call me at 250-335-0952.

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