Retreat in Canada a big success

We had a wonderful retreat in Canada in September. Everyone attending said the same thing that Melba Cariou from Meadow Lake commented, “The TCC weekend retreat was everything I had hoped it would be. The relaxed atmosphere in a beautiful facility made it very special.” Twenty-nine participants throughout Canada enjoyed teacher-trainer Pam Towne. Lidia Paice summed it up very well, “Pam helped immensely with the precision of movements and being guided in her gentle and loving way. It was wonderful to meet her in person.” The theme, “Attending to the Intent” for many was the catalyst to take the time away from home and to concentrate on themselves. What was really monumentous was the full accreditation of the three deferred teachers of the September 2002 training in Edmonton, AB. When Pam announced to Faye Mohr from Calgary and Rhonda and Byron Gill of Christopher Lake, SK of their success, Cathy Brochu stated for all of us, “The circle is finally complete.” She also stated that it meant doubling the number of teachers at Christopher Lake and makes it a possible hotbed of TCC activity. Rhonda responded in her feedback, “A joyous weekend! My heart is so full of the love, gratitude for the support that the TCC community has extended, that only my tears of joy can express my love and happiness.” Faye wrote, “As I reflected this morning, a warm feeling filled my being and I am grateful to know life unfolds as it is meant to.”

Student Bob Dill of Prince Albert, SK said, “Surely, the positive energy (chi) which is generated by a group of folk who are entirely focused on well-being of body, mind and spirit cannot be underestimated.”

Lidia Paice of Manitou Beach, SK shared this: “This weekend provided another blissful opportunity for me to take my TCC practice to another level, and my understanding of the principles to a greater depth.” Mildred Weber of Greig Lake, SK added,” It has been a privilege and a wonderful experience to practice and learn with so many TCC people. I will take with me a refreshed spirit, lessons learned and a renewed commitment.”

For Viola Bens it was “a weekend of deep renewal in my TCC practice. Pam brought a wonderful gentleness and softness which allowed me to flow more softly as a whole– hands, legs, everything moving as one.” Rita Beth of Moose Jaw enjoyed the opening evening with the sacred circle dance. She found it extremely powerful and very connecting–bringing everyone together. Pam had asked us at lunch on Sunday to sit with our geographic family and plan how we wanted TCC to grow in our communities. Cathy Brochu felt that the excitement of planning and anticipating future events and regular practices goes a long way to solidifying the TCC community in Saskatchewan. TCC renewals at Christopher Lake, SK and Manitou Beach, SK and a Calgary, AB event were only some of the possibilities mentioned.

Thanks to Pam Towne for her guidance and support. What an ambassador for TCC! It was worth all the worry and work. This will not be the last project for Saskatchewan. We will be in touch.