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Davidine was our translator and that made such a difference! David Gaffney wrote a great report here about the training.
I was very impressed with the group, everyone did so well! A testament to their preparation, training, sincerity and tenacity! I know for sure they will always be welcomed back. For me, it was fantastic to see my teacher again. We’ve all aged yet have remained vital, spirited and in great shape. A testament to the durability of our art and indeed, it is a privilege to be a part of the Family lineage. The Village has evolved, is prospering and everyone loves it. We stepped off that bus, started smiling wide and never stopped.
Here’s a blog I wrote at the beginning of the trip. And here are the comments the group reported at the end!
“The beauty of being in the present moment with my self, with the practice—not thinking about a destination or an outcome—is enough. “I felt a grounding deeper than ever before and it still feels like an anchor, one that will steady me even in the heaviest storm.”
”The trip was a magic carpet ride to the shores of an ancient mindstream.”
“I woke to the call of Mourning Doves in a stillness I'd never felt before, and this village has spots where a calm settles over you on its own.” “I will always be amazed by how there were 19 of us, and no duds!” “The door has opened a crack wider and with this new light cast in my darkness, it has added an abundance of new questions to the endless ones I had before!” “This trip was exciting, mysterious and difficult, a true adventure!” "It was an unforgettable trip, filled with meaningful experiences and lessons that I will cherish for the rest of my life." “The hospitality and generosity of all the people who shaped our experience will always be remembered.”
And Ta Da! Here is the Video student and rock and roll musician James Carr created for us! It’s an 11 minute watch and you will love it! (No need to download Vimeo, just click the x and you’re in).
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