Vol 3, Issue 7

Playing Alive!
"The creation of something new is not accomplished by the intellect but by the play instinct acting from inner necessity. The creative mind plays with the objects it loves." Carl Jung

Last October when Eric Bibb was here to perform in the Phoenix Auditorium, someone remarked on how young he looked.  He responded by saying "I've been playing all my life, why wouldn't I be young!"  These words about the connection between playing, creating, and passionate living came to mind while watching the shine in CrisMarie Campbell's eyes as she shared her painting creations in an informal showing at The Haven last week.

This past June, just two short years after first putting brush to canvas, CrisMarie decided to email friends and family telling them about her paintings displayed on the website she shares with her partner Susan Clarke (see http://homepage.mac.com/susanbclarke/PhotoAlbum2.html).

Shortly after sending the e-mail out CrisMarie received a reply wondering if she would be interested in displaying her art at the 6^th Street Arts and Craft Fair in Bellevue Washington July 23 to 25.  Though not certain what the decision involved, CrisMarie answered "yes".  In conversation a few days ago, CrisMarie said "Since deciding to attend I have discovered many helpful experienced 'fair-folks' who have given me great tips and ideas for making the event relational—just this weekend at The Haven Peter Joyes shared his ideas and that was quite fun!  It is wonderful knowing this not just about selling art—but about meeting new folks and creating relationships".

Something we think is equally wonderful is seeing the excitement and passion the creative spirit seems to bring to life.  CrisMarie says she first inspired herself to paint after meeting Sue Muirhead at The Haven, and learning about Sue's "no rules" approach to her art.  CrisMarie says she is enjoying discovering just how much she loves colour... and this picture of one of her recent creations certainly makes that very clear!

Ellery's Novel Idea
Those of you that have had the good fortune to participate in one of Ellery Littleton's writing courses will not likely be surprised to know that his new novel, Time Crimes, is getting a very positive response from readers and critics alike.

"Time Crimes" is a blend of science fiction, crime thriller, love story and meditation on the meaning of time.  It is also about the I Ching   It is an intriguing tale of time travel, fabulous treasures, hair-raising heists and surprising twists of fate.  The novel is flavoured with a dash of Oriental mysticism (more than a dash, actually; considering the in-depth material on the I Ching).  The main character, a Chinese detective named Moon, is an expert in the old Book of Changes.  It is also a love story, which unites the past, present and future.

"The ancient Chinese had a profoundly different perception of time than we do", says Ellery, "This is reflected throughout the I Ching, which in itself is very preoccupied with time and its impact on the course of human affairs.  In Time Crimes, these very old ideas are presented in a new context".

If you are interested in learning more about the novel, and/or Ellery, visit www.timecrimes.com.  For more information about his September course Creative Writing, visit http://www.haven.ca/db/a.courseDetail/id.105

Picture Yourself...
There is something "unwordly" about being at The Haven.  And there is something about being here for a summer course that makes it even harder to describe.  We thought this June picture of Mary Holdrafer, Wendy Huntington, and the participants of their Healing Stitches course gathering on the lodge deck might be worth the proverbial 1,000 words.

• Disengaging Depression(Jul 23-Jul 28) with Judy Lemon, Joann Peterson
• Dance & Games for Kids (Jul 24-Jul 29) with Denise Goldbeck
• Mandarin Mini Phase I (Jul 29-Aug 12)
• If You Really Loved Me (Jul 30-August 04) with Bud & Michele Baldwin
• Bararumba! (July 31-August 1) with 15 unforgettable drummers & dancers from Cuba
• Come Alive (Aug 08-Aug 13)
• Reflections in Mandarin (August 12-13)
• Mandarin Women & Sexuality (August 13-16) with Joann Peterson, Peggie Merlin
• Career Revisioning (August 13-16) with Marlyn Farrell
• Journey to Self, Level II (August 13-19) with Maria Gomori
• Teens Alive I (August 19-22) with Linda Nicholls, David Raithby
• Parent Time I (August 19-22) with Mary & Gary Holdgrafer
• Anger, Boundaries & Safety (August 19-22) with Joann Peterson
• Teens Alive II (August 22-25) with Linda Nicholls, David Raithby
• Parent Time II(August 22-25) with Mary Holdgrafer & Gary Holdgrafer
• Caring For Your Self (August 26-29) with Mary Holdgrafer & Gary Holdgrafer
• Addictions: Choiceful Transformation (August 27-29) with Cathy McNally, Ernie McNally, Wendy Huntington
• Couples in Conflict(August 27-29) with Judy Sellner
• Come Alive(August 29-September 3)
• Come Alive II(August 29-September 3) with Linda Nicholls, David Raithby
• Dancing Our Stories, Moving Our Spirits (September 10-12) with Catherine Fallis

Dance & Games For Ever!
Year after year, Denise Goldbeck, together with her Assistants, Junior Interns, and the children of Dance & Games For Kids create a magical theatrical performance in four short, full, days.

The enthusiasm of these blossoming entertainers, and the pleasure of their parents watching the show come to life, has become the stuff of legend.  And the legend grows every year!

This summer there are four Dance & Games courses, all full to overflowing, running back-to-back throughout July.  The result is a wonderfully "lovely" presentation of "My Fair Lady" every 5 days!

Just Quickly...
Whoops!  We won't bother you with the how of it.  Suffice to say that even with five sets of editorial eyes scanning the final copy, we missed seeing that the last few words from two articles were cut from the text of the Summer Shen.  And to add a little more salt to the wound we sent readers to page 3 to read the rest of the front-page article that was actually on page 2!  Here's what we missed on page 3 from Susan Clarke's article Changing The Way Corporate America Communicates, "and invites me out of a fear-driven existence."  and on page 6 from Cathy Wilder's article Belonging, Pacing, and Joy, " creative kid energy... something I suspect has been inside me all along".  You will find the complete Summer Shen (with all the words included!) on our website (www.haven.ca/us/shen).   We are recovering nicely from this experience, other than the discomfort from stepping on the tails between our legs...
There is still room available for the Bararumba workshop and concert July 31/August 1.  Call our registrars toll free 1 877 247 9238 for information and registration.  Or, if you prefer, you can get information and register on-line at http://www.haven.ca/db/a.courseDetail/id.152

There is always something up at The Haven, to stay informed visit our website www.haven.ca, email us at info@haven.ca or call us at 250 247-9211 and toll-free 1-877 247-9238.

Take care, enjoy yourself, and each other, and be in touch soon.
 

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