Gift of the Sea 2010
A Creative Writing Retreat for Women
with Maggie Butler, m.s.w.
Biddeford Pool, Maine
Retreat: Withdraw to a quiet secluded place (Oxford English Dictionary)
Isn't that just what you'd love to do? Wouldn't it be a lovely, delicious treat to give the gift of time to your writing?
Writing is an adventure on which you'll discover new and unexplored places within yourself. This weekend offers you a perfect opportunity to begin that exciting journey.
Would you love to write but....
- think you can't?
- can't find the time?
- don't know where or how to start?
Do you keep a journal and feel the desire to do something more?
If any of these questions resonates with you, this creative writing weekend will take you to the next step: Unlocking the creativity within you.
We all have something to write about. Your life is full of interesting people, experiences, dreams and memories all worth writing about. in this safe, non-judgmental environment, you will embark on a journey to your Creative Self, that sacred place within you where words and images lay silently waiting for a voice.
Throw away your pre-conceived ideas about who can write. This is a weekend to have fun and allow your inner Creative Writing Goddess to show what she can do!
This weekend is NOT about grammar and punctuation. It IS about lovingly unleashing and honoring your creativity through creative writing exercises and free-writing. It's the perfect opportunity for journal writers to "kick it up a notch" by trying a different method of self-expression.
Using the AWA Workshop Method (Amherst Writers & Artists, founded by Pat Schneider), a safe and respectful environment is maintained during this workshop at all times. This is crucial for creativity to emerge - not only on this weekend, by the way, but in your life as well.
The setting? Inspiration itself: the beautiful coast of Maine in late Spring, as Mother Nature pushes the earth into new life once more.
You'll have lots of time to write, using specially chosen creative writing exercises to inspire you, as well as free-writing. There will also be opportunity for soul-nourishing walks along the beautiful beach in front of the retreat center or along the nearby Audobon trail that winds along the rocky coastline. Nature will be your muse!
View from Marie Joseph Spiritual Center
TIMES: Our retreat starts at 7:00pm on Friday evening (May 14th) and will end after lunch on Sunday. (lunch is at 12:30).
I encourage you, if you can, to arrive around 4:00 on Friday. That way you can relax after a long day that probably included travel. Early arrival also offers an opportunity to transition between work and/or home and the weekend. If you choose to do this, we can arrange supper for you on Friday for a cost of $10. (this meal is not included in the cost of the weekend.)
Registration Information
- Reserve your space with payment in full or a non-refundable deposit of $250 (US). Full payment must be received by May 1, 2010.
- Payment accepted through PayPal or check (see payment options below)
- Confirmation of registration, along with additional information about the weekend will be sent upon receipt of deposit/full payment
Cost Includes:
- Workshop tuition
- Two nights accomodation with private room (shared bath)
- Five meals (three meals/Saturday; breakfast & lunch/Sunday)
- Coffee, tea, healthy snacks throughout the weekend
Register & Pay in Full Before March 15th
and your cost is $450 (US)
After March 15th the workshop will be $495 (US)
Before May 1: two-thirds of the amount of your full payment, less the non-refundable deposit. If I can fill your place on the workshop, I will give you a full refund of all money paid, minus the non-refundable deposit.
If you have any questions about this retreat, please send me an email and I'll write back very soon. If you'd like to speak to me in person, please include your phone number and a couple of times you'll be available to talk.
About the Center:
Owned and operated by the Sisters of Presentation, the Center hosts a variety of non-denominational retreat and conference programs. This is my fourth year holding retreats at Marie Joseph. The hospitality and surroundings are just perfect for reflection and inspiration and have been enjoyed by all on past retreats. Read more about the Marie Joseph Spiritual Center here.
Your Retreat Leader:
Maggie Butler, m.s.w.,The Celtic Muse Creative Writing Retreats & Workshops.
Read about Maggie's background of 20+ years leading women's retreats & workshops here.
Gift of the Sea 2004 - Maggie & heart made by Gift of the Sea participants
