Resurrection After Rape Community Group
Discussion, question-and-answer, general social support, and journal processing for progress-oriented rape survivors. No crisis, no damaging or triggering conflicts--this is for individuals who want to contribute to collective, cooperative action toward the goal of making actual PROGRESS through rape trauma. Much of this work is based on the book "Resurrection After...
Okay, I just got off the phone.
I can book the campground for the weekend of May 15-16-17. Who can do this?
Here is what is involved. I have to make a $250 deposit right away. I'm more than happy to do this, but money is tight due to financial upheavals in the last two weeks for my family. I need to know that this retreat will be supported, because this is a big gamble at a crucial time. But I am 100% devoted to the cause of creating this activity for all, because I believe in its goodness with all my heart. :)
The campground is about 70 miles up from Oklahoma City. Incoming participants would probably coordinate travel to save on costs (such as renting a benched van and coming as a group); I regret that this is one amenity I just can't solve for incoming members. I'm already paying thousands out-of-pocket to try this project, just praying that we break even.
If we can get 40 participants, we'll make cost! That will allow us to have our gathering, bring in a special musician/artist/speaker who is jaw-dropping BRILLIANT at this kind of work, and have our purification ceremony for those who are able to join us. The food won't be fancy, but then, that's not the point. The rooms are simple, not a "luxury lodge", but then...that's not the point. We will have forests, trails, hawks, a pond/lake, and each other.
I am asking for 40 members to register at $200 per person to attend.
I have about ten of you on the record pledging to do this, and I'm gonna hold you to it!
I can book the campground for the weekend of May 15-16-17. Who can do this?
Here is what is involved. I have to make a $250 deposit right away. I'm more than happy to do this, but money is tight due to financial upheavals in the last two weeks for my family. I need to know that this retreat will be supported, because this is a big gamble at a crucial time. But I am 100% devoted to the cause of creating this activity for all, because I believe in its goodness with all my heart. :)
The campground is about 70 miles up from Oklahoma City. Incoming participants would probably coordinate travel to save on costs (such as renting a benched van and coming as a group); I regret that this is one amenity I just can't solve for incoming members. I'm already paying thousands out-of-pocket to try this project, just praying that we break even.
If we can get 40 participants, we'll make cost! That will allow us to have our gathering, bring in a special musician/artist/speaker who is jaw-dropping BRILLIANT at this kind of work, and have our purification ceremony for those who are able to join us. The food won't be fancy, but then, that's not the point. The rooms are simple, not a "luxury lodge", but then...that's not the point. We will have forests, trails, hawks, a pond/lake, and each other.
I am asking for 40 members to register at $200 per person to attend.
I have about ten of you on the record pledging to do this, and I'm gonna hold you to it!
Curses! I hate being unable to do stuff by myself lol....but have a good time everyone
Tell ya what...do another one when I am 18 OK! lol then I'll be there
:)
-Kardy
I suppose it doesn't matter but, geez talk about intimidating lol
I'm afraid I can't keep up with you all LOL
I want to say this. I promise, I will do everyting in my power to be a vessel of strength and not spew pain and distress the entire time I am there. I welcome the opportunity to make May 16th a day to celebrate a rebirth. I cannot put owrds to how special this is to me.
And Daisysue....and Kardy....I am smiling just imagining seeing you both. This is such an awesome thing - thanks Matt. I can never thank you enough.
I only hope I am not the oldest person there.....LOL!