Calling the Grandfathers by Carole Robitaille, 2001
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solitude. I rediscovered parts of myself I thought were gone, and I learned
some of the healing and growth that need to happen for my further growth.
The program Saturday was wonderful. Working through the circles was a great
preparation for the Sweat Lodge, and that process is always one of personal
growth. I can't imagine not having the entire process. You should give
yourself a big pat on the back." L.J. Belmont, ON
"...My experience was very involving. I was able to release some past issues with the help of Ned and Deepam. Also I confronted my fears of total darkness and the unknown! It was most beneficial for me in the Sweat Lodge. Ned and Deepam were fantastic leaders and I benefited greatly from their help as well as the sharings from other participants. I also gained a lot from all the other exercises. We love the experience of living in a teepee! I love the food, the setting, the laid-back atmosphere and everyone here! Thank you all for taking such loving care of us. Thank you for all your teachings and wisdom!" I.W., teacher, Toronto "I had a wonderful Healing experience. It was nice to be so well taken care of. The facilitators are all very loving, thoughtful, conscientious, caring, nurturing, and supportive people. It made me feel very safe to be here and safe to work on what I needed to work on. M.P., music teacher, Toronto "I enjoyed the fact that each was treated with respect and as an equal, and that each was well cared for." S.B., RMT, Keswick "It transformed me back to my younger days. For some reason I had a feeling that I did this before." E.L., retired baker, Shelburne "This experience helped me to better understand myself, and I enjoyed the community and the challenge. Your kindness and loving nature is the foundation of your lodge. I enjoyed Ned's humour and many talents." E.H., RPN, Brighton "Ritual and process has not been part of my life. Art shows me the importance of process, and my time at Jalbun Lodge re-inforces the idea of process, and introduces me to the importance of ritual in my life." D.C., design engineer, Innisfil "A very nourishing and comforting experience. I was allowed to express myself freely, and felt loved and listened to. I caught glimpses of myself I had kept very well hidden. I learned a great deal about myself and my new family." D.W. RMT, Oshawa "Thank you very much. It was unique and irreplaceable experience." D.V., project coordinator, N.H. "Wonderful. I have seen what true giving and unselfishness is about. I was able to get something out of everyone to find my self issues." D.G., branch supervisor, Oakville "My experience here was one of delight and pure joy. Keep up the good work. The experience that you provide will help heal the world one person at a time. The gifts that I take away from this experience will benefit and help many other people." H.P., office manager, Hamilton "I thoroughly enjoyed the Tibetan Eye reading and Pulsing. Thanks Deepam - & massage!! as well. The drum journey was insightful. The Sweat Lodge was a rewarding spiritual challenge. Thank you for welcoming me/us into your home and family. It was a rewarding weekend." H.J., police officer "...definitely the eye reading
- loved and really, really enjoyed everything. Made me challenge myself
- a big bump! Saying/hearing out loud what I'm afraid to face - it was
tough but very fulfilling. M.M., retail manager, Oakville
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