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"The weekend was amazing for me... very profound... . Words don't do my experience justice. It's always amazing & sort of magical as to what happens in the group... almost like we become a musical instrument that the Universe/god/collective unconscious is playing (a string instrument, in my imagining... each string affecting every other &
resonating, etc.). Thank you again!"
-- Lynn
"Just wanted to drop you a line and tell you how much we enjoyed the workshop this past weekend. Interesting side effect was a euphoric sense that stayed with us for 2 days; we did not work on any of our own dreams so it must be the group consciousness lifting us up. Interesting because this is the first time that either of us has experienced a prolonged "high" after a spiritual event. WOW!
-- Richard and Margi
"THANK YOU for doing this work and allowing others to be so freely engaged. The circle of support that you both provided, each with your unique gifts, is beyond description. And for someone like me [who] had not been at a retreat or workshop for eleven years, I could not have asked for a better opportunity to reawaken a very important part of me.
"Thanks so much for facilitating the group It was/is very powerful for me. I felt very excited after I left; about the possibilities dreamwork holds for me. I feel like the most amazing and powerful thing about dreamwork is that "we" can take any dream - no matter how seemingly awful, weird, unfathomable; and see the incredible gifts/ healing potential in it! I need that!!!"
"The Dream Workshop Weekend surpassed any expectations I may have had. I thought it was going to be a nonchalant get-away for relaxation. No... it was a weekend get-away but it was also a get-into my conscious and unconscious material that had been laying dormant and mostly undisturbed. I also enjoyed the working format for the dreams and felt that the safe format for the dreamer helped elevate the group energies and collective channel so that any dream or dreamer spoke to the group as a whole. So, thanks again to you and the rest of the group for a fantastic weekend that went far beyond relaxation and fun."
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Dear Dreamers:
I hope this finds you well and dreaming abundantly!
In this issue you'll find:
- Information on the upcoming Spring Dreamwork Retreat scheduled for May 4-6, 2012, at the Residence Inn in Loveland. This will be retreat number 18, which marks the ninth anniversary of the event! Thank you to everyone who has signed up already. This time around we have dreamers coming into town from California, Idaho, Texas and from all areas of Colorado. There is still time to take advantage of the early-bird discount which expires April 4th so don't hesitate to call or email if you have any questions about the event. Remember: the best deal is always the group rate; just you and two friends can attend for $200 each! Please note: there are only a few rooms left in our room block, however, and the hotel is very full due to graduations and weddings in the area. Therefore, if you plan to stay at the Residence Inn, please call 970-622-7000 and make your reservation right away as the absolute cut-off date is April 4th. (Be sure to mention "Dream Retreat" to get the special discounted rate ~ read on for more information about how to reigester for the weekend)
- This year's International Association for the Study of Dreams Annual Conference scheduled for June 22-26, 2012, will be held at a lovely setting in Berkeley, California, The Doubletree at the Berkeley Marina. The conference offers a wide variety of workshops, lectures and events planned over four and a half days; a sunset dessert cruise, dream hike around the bay, Dream Art show, dream telepathy contest and more all culminating with the infamous Dream Ball where everyone is encouraged to dress as their favorite dream character! Our dream community friends, Irene Clurman and Mike Tappan will be presenting a Dream Portrayal workshop and Brenda Ferrimani will be presenting in a symposium titled, "Watery Dreams." Jeremy Taylor will be speaking and presenting a dream workshop as well. I'm thrilled to be attending the weekend and hope you can join us too! (Early-bird Registration ends April 1st!)
- Be sure to check out the link to the left for an inspirational and entertaining TED talk presented by Sir Ken Robinson, author of "Out of Our Minds: Learning to be Creative" and "The Element: How Finding Your Passion Changes Everything." I have watched this video at least three times and laugh and cry a bit each time - well worth 20 minutes of your time!
- Also, be sure to click on the link to the left to visit the FirstChurchofMetaphor.org hosted by Laura Deal, a delightfully creative and inspiring blog dedicated to encouraging all of us to think and express ourselves in the language of metaphor and symbols. Her postings always hold new and exciting pieces of metaphoric wisdom and/or whimsy!
Read on for more information!
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Spring Dreamwork Retreat
May 4-6, 2012
Jeremy Taylor & Billie Ortiz
Residence Inn, Loveland
Join us for a weekend filled with personal discovery, enlightening discussion, life-affirming dreamwork and many opportunities for personal growth and transformation through a better understanding of the language of our dreams within a safe, supportive community of dreamers.
Jeremy Taylor, a Unitarian Universalist minister and an internationally known innovator of group process in dream work, has worked with dreams for over forty years. He blends the values of spirituality with a Jungian Perspective. He has written four books integrating dream symbolism, mythology and archetypal energy.
Billie Ortiz, certified dreamworker, has worked extensively with dreams since 1997, creating and facilitating groups, workshops and retreats. She provides a safe space for the dreamer to uncover their own insights and has helped scores of dreamers on the path to self-discovery through a better understanding of the profound messages of their dreams.
 Irene Clurman offers morning yoga classes. Her style of Dru Yoga is perfectly suited for any age, state of health or level of fitness. The graceful yet powerful sequences enable you to relax, re-energize and develop a calm, clear mind. Irene has been involved in dream-based theater, art and movement, as well as group projective dreamwork, for more than 20 years.
Star Edwards sets the tone for the weekend with the tranquil sounds of her Celtic harp and flute music before each session, to help you enter into the dreamwork feeling calm, rejuvenated and ready to delve into the world of metaphor and symbol, leaving the everyday world behind.
Our Dynamic Healing Team
 Suzanne Rougé offers choice between:
*Auriculars- reflexology points for neck, shoulders, face, ears and hands.*Stone throw Medicine Wheel Readings-gain insights from wisdom of the
mineral world.
*Presence Practice- This white
tantra exercise offers breath work, eye gazing and mirroring
techniques that can lead you to the still point of your
soul.
 Lisa Schiavone, practitioner of archetypal healing arts for over 20 years, is offering sessions in BodyTalk, a consciousness-based system of energy medicine which encourages self-healing on all levels by optimizing communication within the bodymind and updating the entire system! Come renew and refresh your body-mind-heart-spirit-soul, and TAP INTO SOURCE!
 Patty Ashley, Ph.D., Transpersonal Psychotherapist. Patti offers MARI* sessions, a creative assessment tool that measures all four aspects of consciousness: thinking, feeling, intuition and sensation. Her work as a psychotherapist includes working with dreams, mandalas, guided imager, past-life regressions and intuitive guidance.
* (Mandala Assessment Research Instrument)
 Brenda Ferrimani, Dream Art JournalingBrenda Ferrimani, award winning Dream Artist, offers opportunities throughout the weekend to deepen your dreaming experience through creative journaling. Explore techniques to increase your dream recall and open your life to even more synchronicity, while creating a personally meaningful journal to spend time with each day. Bring a new journal to decorate, or purchase one from Brenda at the retreat. ($7.00 materials fee payable to Brenda)
Two free 15-min healing sessions provided to each participant offered by our team of experienced healers & body-workers; additional paid sessions also available. Arrive early and treat yourself to health & healing!
Your registration also includes optional morning Dru Yoga classes
All levels of experience welcome!
To register, visit http://www.wakeuptoyourdreams.com/services.html
or call Billlie at 303-929-6122
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International Association for the Study of Dreams
29th Annual Conference, Berkeley, California
June 22-26, 2012
"Sailing on the Sea of Dreams"
Early bird Registration ends April 1st!
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In the meantime, wishing you sweet dreams!
"Every understood dream is like a slight electrical jolt into higher consciousness." Marie-Louise von Franz
Peace and Honey in the Heart,
Billie Ortiz
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