Blue Moon Bliss Bash

Celebrate the Light Within

New Year’s Eve Alchemy Ceremony, Firewalk and Celebration! 

Utilizing the powerful energies of the moon, fire, music, and hearts we will welcome Intention, Renewal, Release, Possibility and Celebration in an alchemical ceremony to move you into the space you desire to inhabit for the moment and the coming year! 

The Earth is changing and so must we.  The time for inner alchemy is now.  Join with your community and tribe and commit to them.  The energy you carry is not just about you anymore.  How are you moving into the whole and what are you bringing with you?  This is a safe space to connect, share, sing, dance and touch into where your core meets the larger whole and contributes to its heartbeat.  Gain support from the elements, the tribe and the vibe to walk into your bliss, regardless of your story, struggle or pain.  Tonight we dance the shadow and embrace both the fullness and eclipse within and make powerful choices about how to move forward and serve the greater whole.

Under this Full Moon Eclipse, we will dance with the shadow.  The fire and ceremony give the glow and spark that allow us to step into the light of the New Year celebrating our strengths, power and passions.  Fire is the light that can guide us from the deepest darkness, it inspires, enlivens and empowers the spirit.  
 

Together we will examine what holds us from ultimate fullness, and become willing to shed that which does not serve.  We will utilize ancient gifts and inner knowings to move us into the fullness that serves and makes life juicy and sweet for us, our community and our planet.   All are welcome! Participation is voluntary. All those who attend will avail themselves of the healing properties of the fire whether they walk the coals or not.  All heartbeats with a desire to connect are welcome.
 
New Year's Day

Sunrise  (or sometime reasonably later)  - Temple meditation Bring in the New Year in conscious thought, deed and space; Yoga; Community Breakfast ($5 per person)


Where:  Spirit Hollow, Shaftsbury, Vermont.  See www.spirithollow.org for directions.

Time:  Thursday, December 31, 2009. The ceremony will begin at 7:30. Please be on time, as we will wait for everyone to arrive before we begin.  You are welcome to spend the night and participate in morning meditation, breakfast and celebration.

Cost: This firewalk/celebration will be by donation.  Suggested donation $30. 

Food: Volunteers loved and appreciated ~ there will be decadent desserts, munchies and non-alcoholic beverages on NYE and a New Year’s Day breakfast served. Please let me know if you are able and willing to contribute.

Music: Calling all high vibing, community loving, action oriented drumming, fluting or strumming dreamers...help us raise the vibration with your musical offerings

You will need to bring:   Your heart, an open mind willing to release illusion.  Warm clothing for outside. (We will also be inside for much of the evening) Any gear you need to spend the night.  Drum or other musical instrument you play, a candle. Wear something that celebrates your inner passion or light.

Accommodations: There will be space in the yurt.  The yurt has a woodstove and will be warm and cozy.  This space is not private – it will be shared among those who stay for the pajama party.  Lots of space for camping available for anyone who wants private space.   

Options:  New Year’s Day sunrise meditation, yoga and/or movement.  Community Breakfast $5 per person.  Healing and bodywork sessions available by appointment on Jan 1.

Registration, more info or questions:  Email stephaniefoy@aol.com; call (802) 380-3306.  Visit www.dimensionsinhealing.org.

Unless the eyes catch fire, the god will not be seen. Unless the tongue catch fire, the god will not be named.  Unless the heart catch fire, the god will not be loved. Unless the mind catch fire, the god will not be known. -William Blake    

 

AUGUST 7-15, 2009

WOMEN'S TRANSFORMATIONAL

VISION QUEST 2009

This retreat is for women who are ready for CHANGE! At this crossroads, we provide a sacred, grounded and supportive environment to transform in a community of women committed to CHANGE.

• Shed limiting beliefs and awaken to truth

• Transform wounds and reclaim your gifts

• Be Challenged and Nurtured physically, emotionally, and spiritually

• Become more present and empowered

• Deepen your connection and trust with nature, self and others

• Return with a commitment to yourself and your community

This 9 day journey begins living in community close to the earth, sharing intentions in circles of deep listening, and participating in ceremonies that help strengthen, honor, and celebrate our lives.  A unique blend of teachings and ceremonies will prepare you for this quest.  Each day we will begin nourishing the body with yoga, corresponding the day's teachings to the medicine wheel and chakra system. Each evening will include a sacred ceremony with the elements (earth, fire, water, air) We will learn to work with our fears and our limiting beliefs through participating in a firewalk. We will prepare for our vision quest with a traditional sweat lodge. We will sing, drum, and ask for wisdom and guidance from the natural world as each participant prepares for her three day, two night journey alone on the earth. This traditional period of solitude, fasting, and exposure to the natural world is where you will face yourself, see your life reflected in the mirror of nature, and come to recognize and appreciate your own unique gifts.   You will have the facilitators energetic support during this time of solitude.

Following the three day period of solitude, you will return to base camp to rejoin the others. We will then settle into a day of rest and nurturing, storytelling, and a sharing and reflection of nature’s teachings.  You will be prepared to bring your gifts back to your larger community, families, and lives.  We will culminate this experience with a blessing way, honoring your path into the future as the precious being that you are. 

Participants will enter a careful preparation process upon registering that includes written materials, a phone consult, and suggested soul preparation activities to assure a good match with this program.   Participants provide all their own camping gear and a detailed list of needed items will be provided. No prior camping experience is required.  Sleeping accomodations are long house style, in a yurt with your tribe. Listen to the sounds of the brook below and the barred owls above. Local organic vegetarian meals provided. Cost is on a sliding scale of $650-1000, pay what you can afford.  We have ONE half-tuition scholarship to offer (demonstrated need).  If you bring a friend, you receive 1/3 off your tuition!  Space is limited, so inquire early.  Call Spirit Hollow to register 802-447-3895 or email spirithollow@wildblue.net

Faciliated by Stephanie Foy and Tracey Forest. Tracey is co-director of Spirit Hollow, shamanic healer and teacher for the past 15 years. Tracey’s soul work is to help others (women in particular) continually awaken to their truest selves through shamanic work, time in nature, and devotional yoga and singing and to embody the Mother archetype, not just with her own children, but with everyone she meets. This is the third Women's Transformational Quest they will faciliate together.

April 18-19, 2009

HEALING INTENSIVE

Journey through the fire

This workshop will be right for you if:

• You are ready to change your current emotional, mental and/or physical experiences;
• You are ready to change your relationship to physical limitations;
• You have “anger” and you’re not sure what to do with it;
• You have low energy and difficulty moving forward;
• You are depressed or have experienced depression;
• You don’t know how or where to express what you are holding inside;
• You want to feel more vibrant, free and alive!
• You are ready to experience more joy and passion!
• You love Firewalking and are ready to take it to the next level;
• You have never firewalked and are curious to see what its all about

During this 2 day workshop we will be exploring the emotions of fear, anger, grief/sadness, enthusiasm, love and joy.   You will learn lifelong techniques to help you be present with and move through your emotions; how to raise your energy field to experience true health; and how to move forward with greater joy and focus! 

Day One:  In a sacred and safe space together we will explore anger, resentment and fear using a combination of healing methods.  Utilizing your own innate healing tool, you will be shown how to safely, gently, and effectively move these emotions through and out of your body to facilitate more physical energy for your life.  

The element of fire is one of alchemy and transformation.  We will call on its healing abilities as we join together in TWO firewalks, one each evening.  You will learn everything you need to know to be ready to walk on fire. 

Day Two:  Together we will explore the experience of enthusiasm, love and joy.   Through group exercises and individual process, we will integrate a stronger frame of reference for these emotions to call upon in daily life.  We will spend time acknowledging and celebrating the light within and end in ceremony with our final  firewalk.

There will be space throughout the day for journaling and connection to nature.  Meals and lodging are included.  Please bring a pillow and blanket (anything you wish to make you comfortable) If you have a drum or rattle please feel free to bring it with you.

This workshop will be held at Amazing Planet in Williamsville, Vermont.  (35 miles East of Bennington, 11 miles from Brattleboro) This is a beautiful space!  Accommodations are shared/dormitory style.  Meals will be vegetarian; organic and as local as available.  Cost includes workshop, firewalks, food and accommodations.  Sliding scale $295-375. We will begin at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, April 18 and close by 9:00 p.m. Sunday April 19, 2009.

May 29-31, 2009

Re-Charge and Re-Connect Weekend Retreat for Women

Awaken your inner Goddess! Rekindle your heart fire, your deepest longings and most precious gifts!

This nurturing retreat will help you eliminate cultural, societal, and generational beliefs that do not support your feminine divinity!  Join us as we provide space and ceremony for the reconnection and recognition of your authentic self.  Take care of yourself and be cared for in a sacred circle of sisters, where you are invited to rest, hike, dance, connect, swim, giggle and celebrate.  A combination of structure and down time, we will be exploring and healing together using a variety of creative exercises including:  flow yoga, wisdom council, trance dance, journaling, relaxation, belief work, connection with nature, divination, healing ceremonies.

Accomodations are long-house style in the Sky Yurt, camping is also an available option.  Or we can recommend local motels and B and Bs.  All meals are provided and are local, organic and vegetarian. 

Bring your own sleeping gear (an air mattress or pad as well as a sleeping bag and pillow to make a comfy nest) and any ceremonial items that help you connect with the Sacred for our collective altar.  Bring a journal and pen and a drum or rattle if you have them.

We'll begin Friday evening at 6:30 p.m.  Please come having eaten dinner and ready to meet your sisters!  We will end on Sunday at 3:00.  Cost is on a sliding scale of $175 - $225.  To register and reserve your space, please contact Tracey Forest at 802-447-3895 (spirithollow@wildblue.net) or Stephanie Foy at 802-380-3306 (stephaniefoy@aol.com).  A $50 non-refundable deposit is required to hold your place. Facilitated by Stephanie Foy and Tracey Forest