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There is an alanon 12 step retreat in my city next weekend.  There is absolutely NOTHING stopping me from going.  I'm just a little freaked out by sharing a room with someone.  I will request a single room, but if it is unavailable, i don't know if i want to go.  I went to my first face to face this sunday.  I really think that my HP closed the rooms here at alanon to lead me to a face to face.  That is where i found out about the retreat.  Otherwise I never would have known.  SoOo, with having the faith in know that my HP lead me there, I can't not listen to him and not go to the retreat.  I'm gonna go and send in my money and ask for a single room.  I think this is something I need to do.  I am broken and I want to put my life back together and find my purpose.  Please keep me in your prayers and ask for comfort for me.  I want to be comfotable spending 2 nights away from home with complete strangers with whom I know  I will be more open and honest with than anyone else in my life.   OH MY...breathe...
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Tonya

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Jozie


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Tonya.... Good for you, i hope that you go weather with or with out a single room... Please let me know how ya make out, I have never been to one, and have heard they are wonderful..

Will keep you in my prayers...
Love & Hugs...
Jozie

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trust me a room mate for a retreat is a must . * just my opinion* it's so nice to have someone to share with , retreats are full dose program for 3 days and can be emotionally draining a room mate could end up being a friend for life .  I hope u decide to go , take jamies housecoat and slippers and be prepared to talk long in to the nite.   Louise

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Sincerely,

The retreats are awesome.  You will feel the warmth and love of the program embrace you from the moment you arrive.

You deserve this wekend.  You are right remember to keep taking those deep breathes,  and remember you are worth this experience

I cannot wait to hear your ESH when you return

Thanks for your share. 

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Often times complete strangers become the closest of family but I hear you on the
fear thing.   Been there and done that also.   I will pray that you find the courage
to change the thing you can and attend the retreat anyway.   I wanna go!!

(((((hugs))))) smile

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I've been to two retreats and all I can say is that there are no strangers at those retreats. Everyone is accepted for exactly who and what they are and who and what they can become.

After the last session at my first retreat someone walked up to me and asked if I was ok. Yes, there are some soul shocking moments in those retreats. My response to her was "I can honestly say that I have not felt this good or free since the night I got married and had sex for the first time." I was able to turn loose of so much resentment and self guilt that weekend that it literally freed my soul.

Be prepared to enjoy yourself, meet a lot of new friends for life and come away riding a pink cloud that will last for weeks. You will not be sorry that you went.

Can't wait to read your post when you come back.

In recovery
Barb

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Sis63


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I have the possibility of a retreat in August, so I will be really interested in how you make out! I'm a little nervous about committing to it also. I wouldn't worry about a room mate though, I think somoeone to talk to one on one might be a good thing. In any case, good luck and let us know how it is!

Yours in Recovery
Sis63

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OHHHH....i'm gonna register tomorrow. Thanks for all of the support!

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JPenney67


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Good monring to all, My name is Judy. Im looking for any info on any alanon retreats that are going on anytime soon in saint petersburg or anywhere close. If there is any news please contact me at my email address littlecougar67@yahoo.com. I really do need to get any retreat info. thank you, Judy



-- Edited by JPenney67 on Friday 16th of November 2012 09:41:45 AM

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