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Yesterday holds no presence in today. You are children of the moment.

What we are saying is that the guilt you carry, yes and the regret you
carry are not part of this moment in time and you are presently here,
so the past has no bearing on this moment. None.

Divorce, relationship issues, life and the turning points within it
are often unexpected and never put off until a better time when
expected, because they always come when you don't expect them - but
that does not change the occurrence of the event. You have to decide
how you will deal with them.

If you have lost a loved one you will draw upon the example we will
bring forth to you. No matter how well you prepare yourself, when that
moment arrives, there in nothing you can do.

You stand before the universe and see and events unfold that is out of
your control. And when a death occurs all you can do is walk-away,
empty handed and empty-armed. For you come into this knowing world
alone and so shall you leave it.

All you have are your memories and your thoughts, or so you think.
What you have in actuality is all the lines of your forefathers and
all the lines of your families standing in that moment of 'instant
spiritual awareness'.

You can choose how well you deal with something. Life is so very
precious. Love each moment, cling to life as you would a lovers arms.
Take each day to allow yourself the adventure of discovery.

Michel - David Reid Lowell

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/MichelsMessages/

Do we walk alone

The variances of perceptions - that said, what does it mean?

I went to several churches when I started my search for a church
family. I met the ministers and sat in the congregation and observed.
Then I made a choice. Over time I will see how that choice works out -

The other day, well yesterday, Sunday, while in church, the minister,
Carol, spoke. I enjoy Carol. Her body and her face are alive with the
celebration and appreciation of life. She is one of those people you
meet that just makes you smile. We all have met someone like this.
They have that rare gift of pulling you in and making you feel
connected to something, more, spiritually aware. I started going to
the church because of Carol. Mostly the women in my life have been
anything less than role models of the art of nurturing.

As always I approached her as I do anyone else - suspiciously and
apprehensively. Having the career I have and seeing the range of human
behaviors I have I am somewhat jaded when it comes to the purity of
the human heart.

But during our first conversation I just laid it all out for her.
Here's who I am and here's what I am about. She smiled, nodded and
shared intimacies of her life. We bonded. Carol is like the proverbial
mother hen. She protectively puts her congregation under her wing and
provides them with shelter. I can honestly say she is one of first
females to remain consistent in her approach to life that I have
known. I respect her. I like her.

Not too long I left the church. There is one assistant minister that I
just do not resonate with. When I go to church I want to feel good.
Selfish, right? But, so what. I mean seriously, who wants to go to
church to get depressed?

I think feeling good is what church is about. It is about being
inspired, being uplifted, and getting that connection to something
spiritual. For a couple of Sundays, back to back, this other minister
got up and went on about this and that, paused, and looked pious. She
took the dramatic pause and really worked at making the sermon - that
daily message significant. Half way through I just wanted to hang
myself out of despair.

Church to me is like Thanksgiving with the family. You know there will
always be that one family member that drinks too much, eats too much,
talks too much and alienates everyone �but you get along. So come
Sunday � you just get along and make nice.

The sermon would start wonderfully and I'd think, WOW. This is going
to be great. Then she'd turn that dark corner of despair. Her voice
would become soft, introspective and wounded. By the time I left all I
wanted to do was take 2 xanax and go to bed. Everyone says she is new,
young, she is leaning, she is sweet when you get to know her� wait a
second isn't the ministorial staff the ones that are suppose to make
you feel welcome? I mean isn't that why they are there? Maybe I'm
missing something here � but. So, I left for several months.

The day I decided to come back Carol's radiant face smiled as I turned
the corner of the hall and I truly felt like I'd come home.

So, why do we have strong likes and dislikes? I know the answer. I
work with clients each day regarding those matters of likes and
dislikes. It is because at some level we are being shown an unhealed
or unforgiven part of our own inner-self. When I go to church I want
it to be wonderfully peaceful, truly and sincerely welcoming and just
a nice day off.

For me, it is not wanting to parent, teach, guide or even take the
time to understand someone else who is becoming something that they
are suppose to have a calling to become � all this other assistant
minister has done is just blow me off� and I'm assuming that if I was
to fain delight at her talents or demeanor then perhaps I would be
some how significant. So, now I view her as that one family member who
comes each Thanksgiving.

In the past recent years I have been with those who have died of AIDS
and cancers. I have held them literally in my arms as they have
passed, with their head on my chest, looked reassuring in their eyes
and later helped bag their body when the funeral director came. I have
watched loved ones and family try to make sense of something that you
just can't make sense out of.

I have seen healthy people become bed-ridden, incontinent and cry for
death to take them. In the end all of them have come to reach out to
God. At times my soul has ached, been pained and darkened because I
know there is nothing, absolutely nothing you can do, but watch and
wait. Being there.

Being there and being kind, being lovingly tender and never letting
them see your own fear or concern. During moments like these you put
your big boy pants on and deal with it. It is not about you, it is not
about your feelings � you are there for them, to be strong, to be
nurturing and sensitive to their needs and wants.

My ads run in various publications and I get calls from all around the
country and at the most unwanted times from England and abroad (time
zone differences). Sometimes I will get calls back to back, and at
other times the phone line is just dead � nothing. There is no
telling. But when it rings it rings. Like with most things in life the
calls come in clusters.

I hear people talk about victimization, abuse, addictions, and
relationship issues. Some cry, some yell and some are just off the
wall. But all in all, they just want a moment of connection. They want
someone to care. They simply want to matter.

Church is my place to become lost in the pleasure of hearing the word,
the message and just to experience the community. Just to be a person
reconnecting to spirit. Now toss in being gay. Prejudice is something
that still exists. There are those who are tolerant because it is
fashionable, there are those who are tolerant because they need to
prove their own level of liberalism and there are those who will just
genuinely like you. Religion is a strange bird. Liberalism at times
breeds its own level of pseudo-conservatism. Believe like us � or else.

But back to this last Sunday. Carol spoke about this wonderful song,
In the Garden, we all have heard it. "He walks with me, and he talks
with me, and he tells me that I am his own�. And the joy we share as
we terry there, none other has ever known�" It is a lovely song.

How this came about is that she had been to a seminar where a man
spoke about his belief in God, and another man then spoke about being
an agnostic. In the short of it all the lecture was about if there was
a God or not � the one fellow said that God does not violate the human
experience and most importantly that in the heart of all lies good intent.

It seems that there was a woman present during that lecture that had
been molested by her father when she was young. At one point the one
speaker started saying the lines of song. He motioned to the group as
he started to sing the words. Soon the group joined in and they too
started to sing. Soon all you could hear was the silence of the song.

Afterward is when the agnostic man gave his reply. It was at the
closing that the woman who had been molested went to the fellow and
told him and I am paraphrasing � "I was molested by my father for
years. Afterward I would go out in the yard and walk, and sing that
song. That song was the only thing that gave me hope and got me
through those dark days. The next time you doubt God, think about what
I just shared with you." This woman had enduring faith - a blessing of
belief.

Carol, then, on this last Sunday, began to slowly say the words of the
song. Her sweet voice gently sang the words of the song. She motioned.
People began to softly sing and a collective voice began to sing, "He
walks with me, and he talks with me, and he tells me that I am his
own�. And the joy we share as we terry there, none other has ever
known�" and then there was silence. The woman in front of me was
crying. It was that moment I too remembered the blessings God has
given me.

There are moments of in our life that are synchronistic and that are
based on variances in perceptions. Silly, isn't it? That it all comes
down to perceptions and why we feel the way we feel.

For me� I am, what I am, and I am how God made me, disposition and
all. I can try to modify myself to a certain point, I can try to be
patiently understanding � but in the end we are each who we are. That
makes us either successfully decently good people or not. There will
always be someone who has something to say about you. There will
always be someone who doesn't like you, for this reason or that
reason. What it comes down to is � do you like yourself?

Remember you are not walking in the garden alone. None of us are.
There will be moments of deep personal challenges. But it is our faith
in our God and that `simple something' that is larger than ourselves
that keeps us connected to our humanity. We are the keepers of each
others wounds and souls. It is how we learn to go beyond our own
limitations and fears that truly matter.

Find that message that makes you reconnect to your faith.

Find time to explore your personal garden.

From David Reid Lowell's blog

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/MichelsMessages/ Do you walk alone?

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Happy Holidays!

**luv and excerpts from Catalyst for Fun Newsletter==sign up if you
want the political, community and social events as well..see the
latest at:  http://groups.yahoo.com/group/catalystforfun/
x Amanda Winters, LMSW  ;0


1)Jung Society of Austin Events
2) Fundraiser Benefiting Michelle Burns, Sun, 12/14, features,
Hildegirls, Djembabes, Susan Lincoln and more! (awesome must see
Austin bands) ..lots of drumming/dancing, hugging, silent auction)
3) Austin Holiday Planning Guide: which includes all the details on
the Armadillo and other art bazaars�music schedule too�..xmas light
info, events, volunteer opps and more!!! HAPPY HOLIDAYS, YA'LL!
4) Father Thomas Keating Returns to Austin: Fri, 2/20-21
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
Thought that Counts Quote:

Tea ...written for the amazing teacher, Thich Nhat Hanh
     (for more information on his teachings, see www.plumvillage.org/)
*******

"How many years of suffering
revealed in hands like his
small and deliberate as a child's

The way he raises them
from his lap, grasps the teacup
with sure, unhurried ease

Yet full of anticipation
for what he will taste in each sip
he drinks as if it's his first time

Lifts the cup to his mouth,
a man who's been practicing all his life,
each time tasting something new."

              ~ by Amy Uyematsu ~(Stone Bow Prayer)

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1)Jung Society of Austin Events
see www.jungsociety.com  for more info

******

Greed: Why So Hungry?
Mary Burke, LCSW
WHEN: Friday, December 12, 7:30-9:30 PM
WHERE: First Unitarian Church, 4700 Grover Ave, 78756 (452-6168),
Room 15
COST: $12 members; $15 non-members
**CEU's (2) available upon request**

What is it about us that fuels over-eating, over-spending, demands
for perfection? Spend an evening exploring the archetypal energy of
greed as expressed in Ovid's tale of Erysichthon and in Jung's
understanding of hunger. Both sources give us a chance to find out
more about ourselves and the power and consequences of unmet desire.

Mary Burke, LCSW is a diplomate Jungian Analyst, recently graduated
from the Inter-Regional Society of Jungian Analysts. Greed: Hunger
and Individuation was her thesis topic.  Mary has been in private
practice in Austin since 2001, and prior to that time, worked at the
Counseling and Mental Health Center at the University of Texas.

********************
Annual Jung Society Holiday Party
A grand JSA tradition to brighten the holidays: Join friends old and
new at the magical, folk art-filled home of Priscilla Murr. Delight
to a scrumptious holiday buffet and the music of The Panama Hats, led
by former JSA President Jack O'Quin.

When: Sunday, Dec. 14th, 4 to 7 p.m.
Where: 1710 Palma Plaza, Austin, [near Enfield and Mopac]
R.S.V.P. 512-482-0074. Please leave a message with your name and
phone number so we can plan refreshments.

$25 donation requested


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2)This New Experience: Transformational Healing Through Love
A Fundraiser Benefiting Michelle Burns


Benefit Concert and Silent Auction
Sunday, December 14, 2pm - 6pm

Austin Centre
3809 S. 2nd. St, Ste. A100
Austin, TX 78704
www.theaustincentre.com

Suggested minimum donation - $10
featuring

Susan Lincoln & Craig Toungate
Susan Lincoln and Craig Toungate are marriage partners and
transformational musicians
who know that music is medicine for mind, body & spirit.
www.lincolntoungate.com


The Djembabes
A Women's Hand Drumming Troupe whose passion is sharing rhythm to
celebrate
the sanctity of all life though the universal language of music.
www.djembabes.com

Hilde Girls
Women's Spirit Song Circle
Michelle and Sherry are members of this group of women
sharing beautiful songs of heart and spirit.
www.hildegirls.com

Russell D.
The music of Russell D belongs to an emerging genre called "spiritual
rock".
It is topical, yet reaches the soul level as you listen to the lyrics
and the beat moves you.
www.russelldmusic.com

Poetic License
Singer-Songwriters Lissie Connelly and Martha Pinto offer a
uniquely poignant and humorous look at life through song.


Silent Auction
(donations still being accepted, email Beckie at
rbforsyth@...)
Many incredible items including �
� A rare autographed script from Ellen's "coming out" episode
� Original oil painting by Don Snell
� Overnight stay for 2 at The Crossings
� Unique handcrafted jewelry
�and much more
NOTE: There are some very special auction items available including a
rare autographed script from Ellen's "coming out" episode and an
original painting by Don Snell. Both of these items are available on
eBay as well.

A group of loving friends and family are coming together to help
cover the financial realities of Michelle dealing with uterine
cancer. Surgery is scheduled for December 1 and then a lengthy
recovery will follow. During the weeks of recovery she will not be
able to work and must maintain her financial commitments.

You are all invited to take part in this community of support.
Michelle has chosen to face these new challenges with love and belief
in only positive outcomes. She is embracing the process and finding
not only physical healing, but emotional and spiritual growth as
well. The outpouring of your love plays a big part in that, and we
thank you.
Please join us in any or all of the possibilities that follow �


Music, dancing, refreshments, lots of fun and community.
CELEBRATE LIFE

If you cannot join us for the event you can find more information,
follow our blog and make a donation online at:
www.supportformichelle.com

We welcome your company on this journey of learning and healing.

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3) Austin Holiday Planning Guide:  (Hope ya'll report back with
stories of glory!!)


a) Holiday -Events
	 a) events beginning 12/6/08 weekend
	 b) beginning 12/12/08 weekend
b) Volunteer Opportunities for Christmas
c) Restaurants Open Christmas Day and Places to Get Take-Out Dinners
d) Day Spas and Massage Therapists

*For a regularly updated listing of Austin Holiday  events, check
The Austin Chronicle Entertainment Guide at
http://www.austinchronicle.com/gyrobase/Calendar/index?
EventCategory=Community|Events&today=1

and see also

The Austin American Statesman's Holiday Guide at:
http://www.austin360.com/featr/content/events/guides/holidays_08/
                    www.austin360.com

Austin Citysearch:
http://austin.citysearch.com/
*************


a) Events


1) Wonderful Christmas Art Bazaars: we have many of them in
Austin==they are a grand way to buy affordable gifts by local
artists. Most are open very late and some feature live music every
night!

Keep Austin Bizarre  Bazaar
When: 12/12-23 from 11am-11pm
http://www.keepaustinbizarre.com/
Armadillo Christmas Bazaar started at the famed Armadillo World
Headquarters. It's still one of the best (and affordable) music
events in town. Many of Austin's favorite musicians play the
Armadillo year after year to be part of the fun, relaxed holiday vibe.
Several local breakout acts just emerging on the national scene are
on the lineup this year on the Capital Metro Stage. The intimate
music stage is right in front of lots of comfortable seating with a
sizable dance floor. Live music nightly, plus weekend afternoons and
some weekday lunchtime acts.
Where: At Palmer Auditorium  (on the South side of Town Lake at the
intersection of South 1st Street  and Barton Springs Road
900 Barton Springs Rd
Austin, TX 78704
(512) 404-4500

With an atmosphere true to Austin, the holiday shopping event will
feature over 100 local artists and small businesses selling unique
gifts and fine, hand crafted items at affordable prices. In addition,
there will be tribal, improvisational and yogic dance performances,
capoeira, circus acts, and resident musicians who play while patrons
shop. This year more of the community has joined hands with Keep
Austin Bizarre and will include performances by groups such as the
JCC (Jewish Community Center), Girls School of Austin Orchestra,
Mexican American Cultural Center, Amala Foundation, Lululemon
Athletica, Crossfit Central Kids, and the Zilker Elementary School
kid's choir.  In addition, the bazaar is supporting the non-profit
Africa Bound Corporation. Food and drink, including a full bar, will
be available.

The Blue Genie Art Bazaar, i
December 3rd through December 24th, 2008
Open at 10:00am Daily

Location: Monarch Events Center (a few blocks from Highland Mall---
at Lincoln Village---directions:  take Highland Mall Drive �where the
bus stop is, to the stop sign, take a right on Middle-Fiskville Road,
and the Monarch center is on your left.)  (click here for a map):

A FREE 22�day Art Show & Sale featuring 100+ Artists!

�  Sunday through Thursday  10am to 10pm
�  Friday through Saturday  10am to Midnight
�  Sunday December 24th  10am to 6pm

  (512) 371-1711 6406 North IH�35,  Suite 3100  Austin, Texas
Features the work of over 100 local and regional artists and
artisans.  We establish an alternative venue for artists each
December to show and sell their work.
From ceramics, original paintings, photographs, sculpture,
accessories, and so much more, the annual Art Bazaar is a one-of-a-
kind event for Austin.  We have been thrilled with our partnership
with the Monarch Events Center and we will be having the show there
again this year.
*************

Armadillo World Bazaar  http://www.armadillobazaar.com
*One of the funnest events of the year in Austin. 3 bands a day and
top ranked artists, hand-picked for their artistic originality and
quality craftsmanship. One of the top-ranked arts and crafts shows in
the nation. You'll find gifts that range from the sophisticated to
the funky.

Friday, December 12, 2008

Sahara Smith - 12:30 to 3:00PM - more info
http://www.myspace.com/saharasmithmusic
Son Dos - 8:00 to 9:00PM
Del Castillo - 9:00 to 11:00PM - more info
http://www.delcastillomusic.com

Saturday, December 13, 2008

Resentments - 12:30 to 3:00PM - more info
http://www.theresentments.com
Terri Hendrix - 3:30 to 6:00PM - more info
http://www.terrihendrix.com/
Eliza Gilkyson - 8:00 to 11:00PM - more info
http://www.elizagilkyson.com

Sunday, December 14, 2008

Austin Lounge Lizards - 12:30 to 3:00PM - more info
http://www.austinlizards.com

Toni Price - 3:30 to 6:00PM - more info
http://www.toniprice.com

Cienfuegos - 8:00 to 11:00PM - more info
http://www.musicacienfuegos.com


Monday, December 15, 2008

Suzanna Choffel - 12:30 to 3:00PM - more info
http://www.suzannachoffel.com/

W.C. Clark - 8:00 to 11:00PM - more info
http://www.wcclark.com



Tuesday, December 16, 2008

Matt The Electrician - 12:30 to 3:00PM - more info
http://www.matttheelectrician.com

Marcia Ball's Pianorama - 8:00 to 11:00PM - more info
http://www.marciaball.com


Wednesday, December 17, 2008

Band of Heathens - 12:30 to 3:00PM - more info
http://bandofheathens.com

The Gourds - 8:00 to 11:00PM - more info
http://www.thegourds.com


Thursday, December 18, 2008

Paula Nelson Band - 12:30 to 3:00PM - more info
http://www.paulanelsonband.com

Ray Wylie Hubbard - 8:00 to 11:00PM - more info
http://www.raywylie.com


Friday, December 19, 2008

Dan Dyer - 12:30 to 3:00PM - more info
http://www.dandyer.com

Jimmy LaFave - 8:00 to 11:00PM - more info
http://www.jimmylafave.com


Saturday, December 20, 2008

Shelley King - 12:30 to 3:00PM - more info
http://www.shelleyking.com/

Carolyn Wonderland - 3:30 to 6:00PM - more info
http://www.carolynwonderland.com

Van Wilks - 8:00 to 11:00PM

Sunday, December 21, 2008

Rick Trevino - 12:30 to 3:00PM - more info
http://www.ricktrevino.com/

Asleep at the Wheel Quartet - 3:30 to 6:00PM - more info
http://www.asleepatthewheel.com

Butch Hancock - 8:00 to 11:00PM - more info
http://www.myspace.com/butchhancock


Monday, December 22, 2008

Biscuit Brothers - 12:30 to 3:00PM - more info
http://www.biscuitbrothers.com/

Sara Hickman - 3:30 to 6:00PM - more info
http://www.sarahickman.com

Mary Hattersley's Blazing Bows - 6:00 to 6:30PM - more info
http://blazingbows.tripod.com/

The Eggmen - 8:00 to 11:00PM - more info
http://www.eggmen.com/


Tuesday, December 23, 2008

Sarah Elizabeth Campbell - 12:30 to 3:00PM - more info
http://www.myspace.com/sayraliz

Ponty Bone - 3:30 to 6:00PM - more info
http://www.pontybone.com

Albert & Gage - 8:00 to 11:00PM - more info
http://www.albertandgage.com/


Wednesday, December 24, 2008

Slim Richey and Friends - 12:30 to 3:00PM - more info
http://www.myspace.com/slimrichey

Warren Hood & The Hoodlums - 3:30 to 6:00PM - more info
www.warrenhood.com

Texana Dames - 8:00 to 11:00PM

*********
-37th Street Xmas Lights

For a block of Austin's 37th Street each year, enthusiastic residents
let loose the gates of restraint and go all out to decorate their
houses and yards and even the street with one of the most dynamic
community Christmas light displays in the Lone Star State.  And this
year is no exception.

It's been going on now for more than 20 years and started when one of
the neighborhood residents hung a row of lights across a tree in the
front yard and started adding to the display every year. It has grown
to be one of the more dramatic examples of lighting creativity in the
world, with residents sticking lights in every tree, across roof
lines to the houses next door. Cars and curb lines and sidewalks and
figurines have been lighted. Even pets and the residents themselves
have been known to adorn themselves with twinkling lights to stand in
the yard as thousands walk by to appreciate their creative minds and
the handiwork of their desperate efforts to become the most decorated
block in Texas.

Getting There
If you are coming by way of I-35, exit at 38th Street and go west.
Once you hit Speedway, you might want to start looking for a parking
space (remember--no left turn onto Speedway). Try turning on to Cedar
(first left after Speedway). If you are coming by way of MoPac, exit
at 35th Street and go east. 35th becomes 38th. Once you get to
Guadalupe, you might try turning right, getting onto a side street,
and looking for a parking space.

You can drive the street or walk it. The best way, by far, to
experience these displays of lights is to park nearby and walk along
the sidewalk; that way you can more fully appreciate the weirdness
and creativity that resides in the details. (Just ignore any smoke
hanging in the air near the bigger displays.)


The Trail of Lights  Opens Sunday, December 14th and runs nightly
through December 23rd, 7pm - 10pm. http://www.ci.austin.tx.us/tol/

  It is a continuous 1.25 mile long display of 41 lighted scenes, and
special features including Santa's House, Santa's post box, a giant
Yule Log, a crafts fair, food and beverage stands, a holiday train
ride and two stages of entertainment.

Named in the Top Ten Holiday Lightings by USA Today, the Trail of
Lights Festival is a wonderland of light painted on the canvas of
nature. This annual holiday tradition is celebrated in Austin's
beloved Zilker Metropolitan Park, 2100 Barton Springs Road.

For more information, look for our Trail Guide in the Austin American
Statesman on December 4th, call (512) 974-6700 or e-mail. For ADA
accommodations call (512)974-4038. For inclement weather closures
call (512)974-4020 for a recorded message. The Trail of Lights is
generously supported by hundreds of volunteers, City of Austin staff,
and our sponsors.

The Festival begins with the Zilker Tree Lighting, a 155 feet tall,
180 feet diameter lighted man-made tree consisting of 3,309 bulbs on
39 streamers strung from Austin's historical Moonlight Tower. Since
1987, the honor of lighting the tree has been bestowed upon the
winner of the city-wide children's tree coloring contest. The tree
lighting ceremony takes place on the first Sunday of December.

The following Saturday, a 5k Run provides registrants with a sneak
preview of the Trail of Lights. The Trail of Lights Parade, on
December 14th, opens the Trail of Lights opens with pomp and ceremony
featuring large scale puppetry, music and Santa's sleigh.

Over 300,000 visitors experienced the Trail of Lights and the Zilker
Tree in 2007.

History The festival, originally known as Yule Fest, began in 1965 by
Mrs. Alden Mabel Davis and former Parks and Recreation Director
Beverly Sheffield as a holiday gift from the Parks and Recreation
Department to the citizens of Austin and its visitors. The first
display, "The Twelve Days of Christmas", was initially set up in
Zilker Park and still holds a prominent location on the Trail every
year.

The first festival lasted four days and consisted of a candlelight
path, dance performances, a live nativity scene, and the Yule log. In
1967 the Zilker Tree, the "World's Largest Man-made Tree", made its
first appearance at the festival.

Through the years the festival continues to grow and long lasting
traditions, such as the trail of lighted displays, a 5K run, the
Zilker Tree lighting, an Opening Night Parade sustain the holiday
memories of thousands of families. In 1992, the festival was renamed
the Trail of Lights.


Holiday Home Tour in historic Georgetown
Saturday and Sunday,  December 13th & 14th
http://www.georgetownheritagesociety.com/content.php?section=Home%
20Tours
in Georgetown, TX.


Tickets are available at Georgetown Visitor Center, Hill Country
Bookstore, Zoe's, Sun City Community Association, Grace Heritage
Center and now On-line.

Getting tickets is easier than ever before! Simply click here to
purchase on-line!
  http://www.georgetownheritagesociety.com/content.php?section=HHT%
20Tickets%20Online

The doors will open on five very different houses - all offer a
unique perspective on creating the ideal living space from
sustainable materials. Visit examples of classic, modern, and
eclectic renovation; as well as a `work in progress' and a new home
built from recycled materials. Appreciate the various ways devoted
homeowners have respectfully modified bungalows and two-stories to
meet modern lifestyles. This year's Holiday Home Tour brings new
meaning to the saying `everything old is new again'.
*********************************

b) Volunteer Opportunities:
For more info, see
http://www.austinchronicle.com/gyrobase/Calendar/index?
EventCategory=Community|Events&today=1

A Toys for Tots campaign will likely be held in the JFO this
Christmas. Contact Brian.Slie@... for more info

PROJECT HOLIDAY HELP Perhaps this holiday season should be more about
giving than getting. I think Charlie Brown said this, but it's true.
LifeWorks helps make this a reality by pairing individuals with a
child or family in need this year. You'll receive a wish list and be
asked to spend between $75 and $150 per individual. Wrapped and
tagged gifts are to be delivered to LifeWorks by Dec. 14. 735-2414.
holidayhelp@... www.lifeworksweb.org (Volunteer Calls)

BLUE SANTA VOLUNTEERS NEEDED Applications will be accepted at various
times for any of the Blue Santa locations across town. Check the
website for a list of application times and places. Through Dec. 12.
974-5017. www.bluesanta.org (Volunteer Calls)
Call 220-2583 or email us at bluesanta@...


2008 Blue Santa Donations Drop Off sites:


Chuy's Barton Springs
1728 Barton Springs Rd
474-4452

Chuy's N Lamar
10520 N Lamar
836-3218

Chuy's 183
11680 N Research Blvd @ Duval
342-0011

Chuy's Round Rock
2320 N IH-35, exit 254
255-2211

Chuy's Arbor Trails
4301 W Wm Cannon @ MoPac
899-2489

Shady Grove
1624 Barton Springs Rd
474-9991

Hula Hut
3825 Lake Austin Blvd
476-4852

MT Supermarket @ Chinatown Center
10901 N Lamar, Bldg G
454-4804


  BROWN SANTA needs volunteers to help receive, prepare, and deliver
toys and food to Travis County families this holiday season. If you'd
like to participate, call 24-SANTA. You can also donate  cash, which
you may drop off at the warehouse or mail to: Brown Santa, PO Box
207, Austin, TX 78767-0207 or  donate online at www.brownsanta.org.)

Brown Santa Warehouse, 15400 Long Vista Dr. #101.  Mon thurs 10am-8pm
Fri sat 9-6 Sunday noon-6, Volunteers needed

Brown Santa is also accepting donations of books, unwrapped toys
(new), and  non-perishable food times in unopened containers. Some of
the main items that are in every food box and needed are;  corn,
green beans, cranberry sauce, instant potatoes, stuffing mix, cake
mix and cake icing.

Donation Barrel Locations:

Here are the 2008 public donation drop off locations:

HEB's  (in Travis County)
Travis County Buildings
Travis County Credit Union - 1101 N IH 35
Central Texas Harley Davidson -  804 E.Braker Lane
Westlake Fire Department - 1295 S. Capital of Tx Hwy
Manchaca Fire Hall -   on FM 1626
Detours Bar & Grill -  1113 FM 620 N
Community State Bank -  1515 W. 35th St Bld F  (November 21-December
1)
Travis County Fire Rescue Station 1 - 9019 Elroy Road
Travis County Fire Rescue Station 2 - 4010 F 1327
CBAR Volunteer Fire Department - 353 S. Commons Ford Road
Rollingwood Police Department - 403 Nixon Drive
Regions Bank - 18643 FM 1431 (Jonestown,normal business hours)
DR Horton -10636 Royal Tara Cove (Avery Ranch, hrs Mon-Sat 10a-6p,
Sun 1230-6pm)
WELLS BRANCH MUD OFFICE - 3000 Shoreline Drive
DRISKELL HOTEL - 604 Brazos Street
BEST BUY -  9607 Research Blvd. #500, hours of operation M-Sat 9a-10p
Sun 10a-8p
Steiner Ranch HOA- 12250 Country Trails Road- for Steiner Ranch
Subdivision

*****more drop off locations will be added as they come in**********

***PLEASE DO NOT  place large donations in the bins at HEB's. Large
donations need to be brought to the warehouse, if you do not have a
way to bring a large donation to the warehouse please call 247-2682
and we will see what we can do to help.


*****************

c) Restaurants Open On Christmas Day
Aside from fast food and some 24-hour chain diners, it's not always
easy to find a place to eat out on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day.
Whether you're looking for an alternative to cooking the turkey
dinner or simply aren't someone who celebrates Christmas, consider
some of these Austin restaurants for your holiday dining.
If you plan on eating out this holiday be sure to call ahead or make
reservations because these openings are always subject to change.
Katz's Deli & Bar
True their motto "Katz's Never Kloses", this popular 24-hour bar and
deli on 6th Street will be open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Katz's Deli & Bar
618 W 6th Street
Austin, TX 78701
512-472-2037

Manny Hattan's New York Delicatessen
Manny Hattan's is in the Gateway Square Shopping Center at 183. They
will be open on Christmas Day serving their entire menu from 8 am to
8 pm.
Manny Hattan's New York Delicatessen & Restaurant
9503 Research Blvd. #650
Austin, TX 78759
512-794-0088
Kerbey Lane Cafe Northwest
Normally open 24 hours, only one of the Kerbey Lane Cafe locations
will be open on Christmas Day. Opening at 10 am.
Kerbey Lane Cafe Northwest
12602 Research Blvd.
Austin, TX 78759
512-258-7757
Carrabba's Italian Grill
Closed Christmas Day, but Carraba's is open on Christmas Eve and
there are two Austin locations.
Carrabba's Italian Grill
11590 Research Blvd.
Austin, TX 78759
512-345-8232
6406 N. I-H 35
Austin, TX 78752
512-419-1220
Olive Garden Restaurant
They'll be closed on Christmas Day but the Olive Garden plans to be
open on Christmas Eve. However, depending on the amount of business
that day (which may vary by location), they may close early so go
early or call ahead.
Olive Garden Restaurant
3940 S Lamar Boulevard
Austin, TX 78704
512-440-0131
8833 Burnet Road
Austin, TX 78757
512-459-0701
12827 Ranch Rd 620 N
Austin, TX 78750
512-918-9460

*Restaurants that were open last Thanksgiving Day---perhaps they are
open on Christmas Day  too�call to check availability!

  In Hotels
Cafe at the Four Seasons: 11am-8:30pm; full buffet. $60 per person;
SOLD OUT; make your reservations for next year at 478-4500.
Driskill Hotel (Sixth & Brazos, 474-5911): Seating on the mezzanine
every half-hour, 11:30am-2:30pm; full buffet, including breakfast
items, traditional Thanksgiving dishes, desserts. $48 per person;
kids 6-12, $24; under 5, complimentary; reservations necessary.
InterContinental Stephen F. Austin (7th & Congress, 457-8800):
Seating in both ballrooms, 11am-3pm; full buffet with hot and cold
breakfast items, traditional Thanksgiving spread, desserts. $44.95
per person; kids 3-12, $12.95. Reservations suggested.
Mansion at Judges' Hill (1900 Rio Grande, 495-1800): Seating noon-
7pm; three-course a la carte menu with desserts. $48 per person;
kids, $20. Reservations suggested.
Renaissance Austin Hotel (9721 Arboretum Blvd., 343-2626): Seating in
the Trattoria Grande, 11am-2pm, 5-9pm; Four-course a la carte menu.
$44 lunch, $49 dinner. Reservations suggested.
Hilton Downtown (500 E. Fourth, 493-4901): Seating in Liberty Tavern,
Finn & Porter, 11am-4pm; full buffet with hot and cold breakfast,
traditional Thanksgiving spread, desserts. $42 per person; kids under
12, $20. Reservations suggested.
Ancho's  at Omni Austin Hotel Downtown, 476-3700   Seventh & Brazos
Monday-Friday, 6:30am-2pm;
Saturday-Sunday, 7am-2pm;
Dinner daily, 5:30-10pm
This attractive dining room benefits from its location in the hotel's
dramatic atrium lobby, making it an interesting place to eat as well
as to people-watch. A Thanksgiving buffet with all the traditional
trimmings will be presented from 11am until 2:30pm at a cost of
$38.95 for adults, $32.95 for seniors, $16.95 for children 6-12, and
free for kids under 5. Reservations are suggested. Dinner will be
available 7-9pm, with Thanksgiving specials on the menu for $22.95.
La Vista
Hyatt Regency Austin, 477-1234
208 Barton Springs Rd.
Sunday-Thursday, 6am-11pm;
Friday-Saturday, 6am-midnight
La Vista bills itself as the "Fajita Capital of Texas," and they've
got the goods to back up their claim. If someone in the family
prefers fajitas to a more standard holiday meal, this could be the
place to go. Those in your party who follow the more traditional
path, however, will be pleased to note that the hotel is offering a
three-course Thanksgiving menu, with a turkey and dressing entr�e for
$21.95, $10.95 for children 5-11, and free for children 4 and under.
Reservations are not necessary but are recommended.
Onion Creek Grille
Omni Hotel Southpark, 448-2222
4140 Governor's Row (Ben White & I-35)
Daily, 6:30am-2pm; 5-10pm
This pleasant South Austin dining venue attracts a hungry business
lunch crowd with an affordable menu with Texas, Southwestern, and
Cajun/Creole influences. They'll celebrate Thanksgiving with a huge
brunch buffet with everything from an omelet station to a carving
board loaded with roast turkey, ham, and prime rib of beef.
Traditional holiday side dishes will be featured along with an array
of cold salads, pies, cheesecakes, and an ice cream sundae bar.
Adults will receive one complimentary glass of champagne or a mimosa.
The cost is $24.95 with a 20% discount for senior citizens, half-
price for children 6-12, and free for kids under 6. Call to make
reservations at 383-2626.
1. Hudson's on the Bend  | Website
3509 Ranch Rd 620 N, Austin, TX
Reserve seatings from 11am-4pm and 6pm-9pm for signature menu items
and special holiday items like their ancho-cured, pecan-smoked wild
turkey. Cost is $32.
2.
3. Green Pastures | Website
811 W Live Oak St, Austin, TX
Reservations for the Southern luncheon buffet featuring milk punch
and other traditional Southern favorites fill quickly. Call (512) 444-
4747 to reserve your table.
4. TRIO at the Four Seasons Hotel Austin
98 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX
The scrumptuous holiday buffet ($75) runs from 11am to 8pm.
Additional seating available in the ballroom (11am-5pm) for $68.
5.
6. Threadgill's
6416 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX
Take the fam to this famed institution for turkey and dressing
throughout the holiday season. Open 10:30am to 10pm on Thanksgiving.
7.
8. Hoover's Cooking  2002 Manor Rd, Austin, TX
Have a down-home Turkey Day with the help of this soulful joint.

Marie  Calendar's Restaurant
9503 Research Blvd., Suite 400, Austin, TX 78759
512-349-7151 | FAX 512-349-0972
Hours: M-Th 6:00-10, F & Sat 6:00-11, Sun 9-10
Breakfast Hours: M-Sat 6:30am-11am
Brunch Hours: Sun 9am-2pm
9. Bakehouse Restaurant & Bar | Website
5404 Manchaca Rd, Austin, TX
For yummy turkey with all the trimmings ($12.95 adults, $6.95 kids 12
and under), let these meat specialists prepare your meal from 10am-
midnight Thanksgiving.
10.
11. McCormick & Schmick's
11600 Century Oaks Terr, Ste 100, Austin, TX
Enjoy a traditional turkey dinner at this Domain favorite.
12.
13. Lake Austin Spa Resort | Website
1705 S Quinlan Park Rd, Austin, TX
Treat the family (or just yourself) to a relaxing spa treatment
during the day and a four-course Thanksgiving dinner that won't ruin
your waistline.
14.
15. Katz's Deli & Bar
618 W Sixth St, Austin, TX
It never closes. Go for the traditional turkey plate, or sample
something equally homey and comforting.
Related links:
Luby's, Marimont, Furr's Cafeterias (multiple locations all over
town): Thanksgiving Day spread to eat in or take out.
La Madeleine (all three Austin locations): Take-home turkey feast
that serves four to six, $74.95. Order now for pickup Nov. 23-24.
Portabla (1200 W. Sixth, 481-8646): Complete holiday meals (entr�e,
stuffing, gravy, two side dishes, salad, dessert, bread) for $18.99
per person or platter serving four to five for $58; all dishes
available a la carte, as well. Order now for pickup Nov. 24 till 8pm,
Nov. 25 until 10am.
Chez Zee (5406 Balcones Drive, 454-2666): Made to order Apple,
Pumpkin Praline, or Pecan Bourbon pies in glass pie pans; Cr�me
Br�l�e French Toast Loaves. Order now for pickup until Nov. 24, 10pm.
Upper Crust (4508 Burnet Rd., 467-0102): Apple, Cranberry-Apple,
Pecan, and Pumpkin pies, tea breads, cakes, breads, and rolls. Order
now for pickup through Nov. 24.
Rudy's Country Store & Bar-B-Q (all three Austin locations): Smoked
turkeys and turkey breasts. Order now for pickup through Nov. 24.
Popeye's Chicken & Biscuits (several Austin locations): Call to order
Cajun Fried Turkeys for pickup through Nov. 24th.

Takeout Turkey & More
Grocery Stores
HEB     1000 E 41st St, Austin, TX� - (512) 459-6513�

(closest and best grocery store overall to Highland Mall�From
Highland Mall==take Airport Rd and go right on 45th street�just
before I-35�..take a left at the first redlight, Red River. The
grocery store is a few blocks up on the left.
Randalls (locations all over town): Full dinner menus and individual
items, order to pick up Nov. 24-25
Central Market
4001 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX
Select one of their prepared meals, from traditional turkey and beef
tenderloin to vegetarian acorn squash. Serves up to eight people. ,
512- 899-4332): Five different custom menus with desserts; 21
different side dishes to complement your own holiday preparations.
Order now through Nov. 24.

Whole Foods Market
525 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX
Order your Turkey Day dinner from the healthy, tasty selections;
don't forget to grab some Tofurky for the vegetarians. (512 476-
1206): Full meals, side dishes, vegetarian and vegan options, breads,
desserts by the serving or ordered in advance for pickup Nov. 24.
Cissi's Market
1400 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX
Stop into this South Congress fave for groceries, seasonal prepared
meals or opt for something festive from the catering menu.

GrapeVine Market   Website
7938 Great Northern Blvd, Austin, TX
Heaven for oenophile and gourmand alike.
1.
Wheatsville Food Co-op
3101 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX
All the fixings for your eco-friendly Thanksgiving meal.
2.
FoodHeads

616 W 34th St, Austin, TX
Caterer-turned-store offers an array of sandwich creations, and more.
*************
  d) Day Spas and  Retreats in Austin
The Crossings Retreat Center  www.thecrossingsaustin.com
*open Thanksgiving Day
13500 FM 2769  Austin, TX 78726
(512) 225-1075, extension 4512, or 4519
*is open on
The Crossings Retreat Center in Austin:  a wonderful retreat place
about 20 minutes drive from Highland Mall===it has spa facilities,
hiking trails, a restaurant, a pool, hot tubs, etc! Spend the night
as well if you want.
All spa therapies and consultations are offered by experienced
certified/licensed practitioners whose work reflects The Crossings'
wellness philosophy. For your convenience, an 18% gratuity/ service
fee will be added to all services.
� Half-Day Spa Packages
� Full-Day Spa Packages
� Relaxing Massage
� Therapeutic Massage
� Massage Add-ons
� Watsu� Aquatic Massage
� Massage for Two
� Scrubs, Wraps, and Masks
� Face, Hands, and Feet
� World Healing Rituals
� Balancing Treatments
� Integrated Health Assessments/Holistic Services


Lake Austin Spa:   www.lakeaustin.com
Open Thanksgiving Day
1705 South Quinlan Park Road
Austin, TX 78732
(512) 372-7300
Crafted of native Austin limestone and inspired by the rich
eclecticism of the historic Texas Hill Country, the LakeHouse Spa at
Lake Austin Spa Resort is truly the most extraordinary spa in North
America. Come and explore this luxurious, 25,000-square foot
retreat.  The luxury of a world-class spa, the warmth of a best
friend's lake house.
� Welcome & Overview
� Hours & Appointments
� Helpful Spa Tips
� Photo Gallery
� Location & Map
� Aster Caf�
� Menu of Services
� Treatment Locations
� Day Spa Packages
� Group Retreats
� Gift Certificates
� Spa Boutique
The Four Seasons Hotel in Downtown Austin  Day Spa Escape  98 San
Jacinto Boulevard,  Austin Texas     Tel.  (512) 478-4500
Massages
Body treatments
Facial treatments
Treatments for men
Treatment packages
Lunchtime retreat
Nail treatments
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
4) Father Thomas Keating Returns to Austin, Fri, 2/20-21

* Schedule of Events:
Friday, February 20, 2009
Talk by Fr. Thomas, followed by reception and booksigning
7:30 PM
Doors will open at 6:30 PM
∙
Saturday, February 21, 2009
Introduction of new video series Heartfulness: Transformation in
Christ
with Fr. Thomas and Betty Sue Flowers,
Talk by Fr. Thomas,
Q& A with Fr. Thomas and Gail
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Doors will open at 9:00 AM
∙
All events will be held at
Westlake Hills Presbyterian Church
7127 Bee Caves Rd.
Austin, TX

Friday evening:
$10 for students and seminarians
$25 for others

Friday evening and Saturday:
$40 for students and seminarians
$75 for others

(No Saturday only option)

Hi Viola,

Thanks for the info. and the referral!

Becky Zook

--- On Mon, 12/1/08, Viola Crowder <viola.crowder@...> wrote:

> From: Viola Crowder <viola.crowder@...>
> Subject: Re: [centraltexasmetaphysical] looking for retreat accommodations
> To: centraltexasmetaphysical@yahoogroups.com
> Date: Monday, December 1, 2008, 5:43 AM
> Elissa,
>
>
> Passing on some information I had received recently.
>
> Viola Crowder, LMT
>
>
>
> Check out www.namasteretreat.com  if you are interested in
> having any
> overnight classes, workshops, or retreats.
>
> Thank you,
> Becky Zook
> Namaste Retreat
> 830-385-2333
> www.namasteretreat.com
>
> On Sun, Nov 30, 2008 at 10:10 PM, Elissa Shapiro
> <elissashapiro@...>wrote:
>
> >   Does anyone know of a great retreat facility near
> Austin/the Hill
> > Country that can accommodate around 25 - 30 women for
> a women's retreat?
> >
> > Thanks so much,
> > Elissa Shapiro
> > Austin, TX
> >
> >

There has been some confusion on this email. It is blanketly sent to all 
members and pending members to remind everyone to complete the necessary fields
in your profile (as required by Yahoo).

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Yahoo requires that everyone keeps their age, location, and gender in their
profile.
Please see the instructions below for figuring out how to comply to this:

Yahoo has dictated that all members of any group must have a
completed profile with NAME, AGE, GENDER, LOCATION, your City is fine, not a
address.. Please do state your status or licensing (if you have one) in
occupation in order to protect the group from possible deletion. Please update
your profile as follows:

1. Open your Yahoo Session
2. Go to http://members.yahoo.com
3. Click on "VIEW MY PROFILES" at top of page.
4. Click "EDIT" on the row that shows your Yahoo ID
5. Click "EDIT PROFILE INFORMATION"
6. Enter your Name, Location, Age AND Gender
7. Click the "Save Changes" button, and you're done. Members who do not
promptly comply will be deleted.

Elissa,

Passing on some information I had received recently.

Viola Crowder, LMT

Check out www.namasteretreat.com  if you are interested in having any overnight classes, workshops, or retreats.

Thank you,

Hi All and Happy Holidays,

In this Holiday Season I would like you to know that you don't have to
be stressed out over all the shopping and other activities that are
coming. Take some time out for yourself !

I'm running a Holiday special from now through the end of the year.

A 1 hour massage  is $40.00
A 1.5  hour massage is $60.00
A 1.5  hour massage with Reiki is $75.00
A 1 hour Reiki healing is $45.00

And don't forget that a massage is a great gift to give to someone you
love.

So call and book your appointments today.

Thanks!

Awaken Hands
Shannon Ogg
512-619-9472

Reiki I Class

First Degree Reiki, Level I

By

Reiki Master/Teacher

Viola M. Crowder, LMT

Friday evening, 12 December 2008

6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

And

Saturday, 13 December 2008

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Belton, Texas

(directions provided upon registration)

Register at www.texaslmtceu.com

Or call 254-698-0076

This class qualifies for

6 continuing education hours

 for

Texas Licensed Massage Therapists

My Health Care Blog - http://health-full-articles.blogspot.com/

Hi everyone,

I just found where you can get 5 very valuable hypnosis e-books for
free. These small books have taught me so many amazing tips and secrets
to hypnosis and the mind, so I thought some of you may be interested.
Check it out.

http://www.TopNicheEbooks.com/optin/freehypnosisbooks

Wishing you success,

Part of the human condition is to feel and to love. That means
expressing those feelings. Michel often-times communicates through
prose...

Another on love.

Do I remember love

And how it feels to know
that there is only ONE
the one that ignites
compassion, resentment and bliss

Ah, to remember love

To know its healing kiss
moist and filled with promise
to hear sounds that only comes with lies
heart racing joy then release

To feel love

Its sweetness like honey
dipped in moments of sweat filled dew
that turn to night
and lingers among the stars dark sky

To lay wanting and in love

Reaching out to find only memories
turning in the coolness of night
to find empty linens
that hold no further pleasure

To forget love

When it is all but impossible
to push it from your mind
your lifetimes and your hopes
then to awaken suddenly to its recall

To die for love

With each breath you take
assured that there will never be
another who can ignite such passion
lifetimes pass with echoes of what was

Then for love

You realize that it comes
when its not wanted
least expected
and leaves under those same conditions

For love

Can not be held in words
or promises
It lives freely within the soul

Ah, To love

Michel

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/MichelsMessages/