Happy Spring & Full Moon Fever

Dearest beings of light,


We made it. Spring is tomorrow & the full moon! Are you as ecstatic as I am? For me, the adage we don't know how strong we are until we are forced to be strong rings so true the last 4 months. It was challenging during the long, dark, cold, icy, and many a powerless days in West Michigan (literally and metaphorically) to remain positive and hopeful when all I wanted to do was climb back under the magic of my down comforter and not face the cold & often seemingly cruel world. Somehow I and we managed to keep going. We were strong. We were resilient. We showed up day after day, even when it was hard; especially when it was hard. 

Through all the challenges of this winter, what lessons did you learn? How were you asked to be more and you answered the call? More resilient, powerful, giving, humble, courageous? What opportunities were given to you to grow, dig deep, and show up in your big person yoga pants? Let's not forget to remember these growth moments before we run off into the spring sunset of Lake Michigan ;) Let's be grateful for all the gifts of this dark, mysterious & almost unrelenting season brought to our lives. 

All our lessons & transformation give us the fuel of hope for the next season- SPRING. New life, new opportunities, new growth. What is ready to rise up within you? It is time to take off any false mask of what we believe others want us to be and become who we are meant to be- 100% authentic. It is time to reveal our heart's longing, risk ourselves, and allow our best selves to come to light. After the seed struggles in the winter's ground, the rain, warmth & sunlight help it push through to the surface to unfurl in divine timing. YOU are ready to break through the surface of your perceived limits and grow into the fullness of your unique beauty, voice, and gift to our world. It's  your divine time to SHINE! 

Let your community at EmbodyGR be the biggest cheerleader on your journey of life. Show up each week in our circle of care to be seen, valued and part of something larger as you enter this new season 100% alive and ready to let your life be radiant! My sunglasses are at the ready!

Bring yourself, your journal, a blanket, and any full moon/spring crystals, beads, cards, or whatever you may need to make this experience of fullness & light for you tomorrow night! Tony Geren will be joining us to offer music as medicine and inspiration as we let go of winter's cloak and step toward abundant life and light.

Oh and high five to our very own Adam Tijerina who was behind the microphone at Embody The Stars 2019. He shared his transformational journey with EmbodyGR to over 200 people at the Goei Center highlighting the positive impacts on his life, health, and happiness. Way to go Adam on showing up since the very beginning, doing the work each day, & being an example of how to live with humility, compassion, and courage. You are a rock star Adam. And deep bow to Dan Skwarek for his collaboration with Adam on the journey of giving a speech to the masses! What a team!

Shine on,
Dana

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Upcoming Events

March 20, 2019
Who: YOU and all your people!
What: Guest musician Tony Geren and yoga & meditation with Dana
Where: TREE HOUSE - Fountain Street Church 
When: Wed March 20- 6:30-8:00pm 
Why: To usher in spring and the full moon! 
Ask: To serve your community 4+ hours/month​

March 27, 2019
Who: YOU and yo friends!
What: Yoga & meditation with Dana!
Where: Social Hall - Fountain Street Church 
When: Wed March 27- 6:30-8:00pm 
Why: To take off the mask, be vulnerable, & connect.
Ask: To serve your community 4+ hours/month.

April 3, 2019
Who: YOU & anyone who needs a circle of care!
What: Guest teacher Mimi Ray!
Where: Social Hall - Fountain Street Church 
When: Wed April 3- 6:30-8:00pm 
Why: To connect in community to feel better do good. 
Ask: To serve your community 4+ hours/month

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Community Events

Let's celebrate & DO GOOD!



March 21
Kids' Food Basket- Pop Up Orange
Where: JW Marriott
When: Thursday, March 21, 11:30am-1:30pm & 4-6pm
What: The JW Marriott will be hosting a pop-up volunteer project for Kids' Food Basket on Thursday, March 21 in the International Ballroom. Join us from 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM over your lunch break or from 4-6 PM hosted by the Metro Health ImpACT Board. Both shifts will have the opportunity to make and pack trail mix, repack produce for our Sack Suppers, decorate Sack Supper bags, and engage with us during Go Orange week to raise awareness that 1 in 5 children are affected by hunger. You can make a huge impact for local children in just one afternoon! Participants encouraged to wear orange. Guests may come and go as they please within the allotted volunteer time frame.

March 21
DA Blodgett Mentoring Orientation- Over 100 youth waiting! 
Where: 805 Leonard St
When: Thursday, March 28, 5:30pm- FREE 
What: Mentors are matched one on one with a youth in a community or school setting to provide support and encouragement, and assist in developing life skills. All matches are supported throughout the duration of their match by a Mentoring Services Specialist.
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March 26
Mel Trotter Meet the Mission Luncheon 
When: March 26 from 11:45am- 1:00pm in MTM Chapel - 225 Commerce Avenue Southwest, Grand Rapids
FREE. Reserve your spot online. 

Donations Needed for Winter Warm Up list:
New or like new items for men, women & children. All ages and sizes.
Hand warmers (new only)
Winter coats
Waterproof winter boots
Hats (Please no handmade hats)
Mittens/gloves
Wool or fleece socks
Long underwear

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“Proclaim now that you refuse to die without fully living!” 
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~ Bryant McGil