Taking the time to invest in yourself this holiday season ~ a gift only you can give yourself.
As we prepare for Winter Solstice (12-21-22), it is a great time to check in on your journey.
Join us for a day of relaxation with the opportunity to flow with the wind, connect with the sounds, and align with the rhythms of Sound Bowls.
In the comfort of a beautiful estate, we will be surrounded by the warmth of fireplaces, incredible views of Lake Erie, and healthy food as we make time for ourselves during this holiday season.
You may be thinking there is too much to do this time of year, as many of us can easily get consumed with the holiday to-dos OR you can say yes to you and join us for a few hours on Sunday, December 11th to prioritize you, your self-care, and your journey.
See this time and investment as a gift you are giving yourself.
Join us on Dec. 11, 2022, from 12 PM to 4 PM to invest in yourself for the day.
Inside a beautiful home with spectacular views, you are sure to find some ways to release and realign.
With the sounds of nature, the warmth of fire, and views of the water, it is a great time for you to drop into yourself and your energy as we spend some time talking about your seasons and reasons.
With a unique singing bowls experience planned, you can come alone or bring some friends.
Be sure to pack your mat, some cozy socks, a blanket, and even a pillow as we will be submerged into positive vibrations from a multi-level sound experience with two sets of singing bowls, chimes, and gongs played by Katie Carp and Lora Roeser.
You are sure to feel your energy rise high on the tide of sound in the beautiful fountain room at the Waterwood in Vermilion Ohio. With floor to ceiling windows these few hours are calling you to take a break, be with you, and let the energy flow where it wants to go.
We are already looking forward to seeing you there!
Your Day Includes:
- A breathtaking estate on Lake Erie
- Health food and snacks
- A Multi-level sing bowl experience
- A Together We Seek Gift Bag
- A time for you to be one with nature and sound
Schedule
- 12 PM Light Lunch and Conversation
- 12:45 PM A Grounding Meditation
- 1:00 PM Circle Discussions, Prompts & Journaling
- 1:45 PM Multi-Layer Sound Experience with Katie Carp and Lora Roeser
- 3:00 PM Tea, Treats, and Reflections
- 4:00 PM Departure
Pre-Gathering:
- An Online Session before the event 12-7-22 at 7 PM via Zoom
- Includes Free Chapter from Seeking
Save your Space to Invest in You
Vermilion, Ohio
Energy Practitioners & Lightworkers
Katie Carp
In 2011, Katie started practicing Hatha Vinyasa yoga, after she was diagnosed with stage three breast cancer. Katie walked into her very first yoga class and learned that for one hour and fifteen minutes she could stop fighting herself. Her yoga mat became a place where it was ok to put aside her struggles and to just be. She started teaching yoga to create a space where people could experience this feeling; a moment in time to feel Strength, Confidence and Serenity.
Sound has been an important part of this journey. She uses traditionally made hand hammered Tibetan bowls bathing you in the vibrations. Combined with Quartz crystal bowls, chimes, & gongs, the soothing sounds intertwine with the Chakras on a subtle level balancing and harmonizing.
Lora Roeser
Lora Roeser is a believer in the healing and restorative powers of both body and mind through such holistic practices as use of essential oils and the beauty of sound. She is skilled at playing quartz crystal singing bowls as part of a sonic immersion in elegant, healing sound. Through use of the natural frequency properties of the bowls, Lora produces harmonious vibrations that soothe both body and mind. Used in conjunction with a variety of additional sounds produced by gongs, crystal pyramids and rainsticks, Lora crafts nothing short of a magical experience. Her background and expertise as an essential oil DoTERRA representative allows Lora to use and combine essential oil aromatherapy as part of a fully immersive, holistic sensory experience.
Spiritual Seeker- JJ DiGeronimo
With new levels of awareness, JJ shares a more spiritual side of her life that undeniably strengthens her mission to empower women at work and in life.
Conditioned to look outward, JJ, along with many women around the world, juggle a variety of external validations, such as titles, salaries, and relationships intermingled with self-doubt, negative self-talk, and demanding schedules. These pressures lead many women to ask, “am I enough?”, “What am I doing?” or “Is this it?”
With a unique approach, JJ created discussions, resources, podcasts, and retreats for women interested in digging deep, releasing the guilt, and aligning with what they know is true! In addition, she knows that tapping into your inner knowing will help you, me, us rediscover the brightness and gifts.
“When we work together to brighten our lights, we illuminate the path for many.”
JJ DiGeronimo
Save your Space to Invest in You
FAQs
- Dress for the Weather – Layers are Best as it is usually 5-10 degrees colder near the water
- Yoga Mat, Blanket and even a pillow
- Water Bottle
- Indoor and Outdoor shoes – it is likely to muddy, so feel free to bring slippers or alternative shoes for inside
- Jacket for Meditative Walk, and if it is a colder day, a hat and glove might be nice to have too
It is close to Winter Solistice, the shortest day, but also the beginning of a new season. What should we explore or bring forward and what will we leave behind.
You can leave your high heels and nice boots at home. Instead, wear comfortable clothes and be sure to bring Walking or hiking shoes, jackets, hats, and maybe even gloves.
If you have allergies, please email JJ at [email protected] and we will notify the chef and be sure you know what you can, and cannot eat.
Yes, you can arrive as early as 11:30 AM and stay until 4:00 PM.
You are welcome to walk and explore the many acres at Waterwood but note, we do not have any events or activities planned for outside.
Although we may incorporate a movement or poses, but this is not a yoga retreat. Rest assured, you do not need to know how to do Yoga or even like Yoga to attend.
If you have a mat, please plan to bring one and also consider bringing a blanket.
There is Internet inside the houses, but I encourage you to disconnect for the time we are together to give yourself some much-needed downtime.
We suggest that you watch the weather so that you can pack appropriately, but plan on bringing a mat or blanket, water bottle, socks, sweaters and dress in comfortable clothes, a jacket for the beach, walking shoes, outdoor clothes with layers an open heart, and appetite for a connecting!
Minimal preparation is needed. I’m more interested that you drive into Vermilion with an open mind and loving heart with an interest to connect and have fun.
Is this day Religious?
This day will incorporate spiritual practices but is not aligned to any specific religion. This could include but isn’t limited to meditation, Yoga, chanting, drumming, and mindfulness practices.
You are drawn to this gathering for a reason. Although no participation is required, I hope you are open to exploring your energy, connections, and future aspirations.
Yes, I am a keynote speaker and author for professional women and have hosted events in 2018, 2019, and 2020. Unfortunately, I put a pause on events during the pandemic.
The estate is in Vermilion, Ohio, and the address will be provided upon registration as it is a private residence with 6 acres on Lake Erie.
It is about 40 Mins from Downtown Cleveland, 2 hours from Columbus and Pittsburgh and 30 Minutes from the Cleveland airport.
By registering for this retreat, you are agreeing to these terms.
Cancellations and refunds
We have limited availability for our retreat and spots are guaranteed with your reservation payment received on a first come, first serve basis. We understand as a mother, wife, and daughter, emergencies arise, and exceptions will be considered refunds on a one-to-one basis less 20% cancellation fee.
Where a teacher or facilitator advertised for a retreat is not able to teach due to reasons outside our control, we reserve the right to replace them with a similar teacher or facilitator.
Photography
We will take photographs during retreats for our websites and promotional materials. If you are sensitive about this, please let your facilitators know when you arrive.
Personal Belongings
Any valuables left at the property are the guests’ sole responsibility, and neither Together We Seek Retreat nor the property staff can be held responsible for any loss or damage of personal property. As you are departing, please ensure you have packed all personal belongings safely before leaving the retreat. Any items forgotten or lost will not be at the responsibility of the Together We Seek Retreat to recover and return to you.
Liability/Your Health
It is agreed by you that the property owners/operators of the retreat/s are not the guardians of any customers’ safety, and they, individually or collectively cannot be held liable in any way for any occurrence, which might result in illness, injury, death, or other damage, loss, or theft to the customer, his property, or his family, heirs, or assigns. All exercise, movement, food choices, and any other retreat activities are undertaken at your own risk. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are medically, mentally, and physically fit and able to use our facilities and participate in any of our retreat activities, including yoga, walking, dancing, and periods of silence. Attendees who have injuries or mental or physical illnesses are advised to seek doctor’s advice prior to attending our retreat. The Together We Seek Retreat is not liable for any injuries you may contract during a retreat. If you have any health conditions, including mental health conditions, you will need to inform The Together We Seek Retreat of these. The liability of Together We Seek Retreats is limited to a total of the booking price irrespective of the title/claim.
Weather Conditions
Weather conditions can be unpredictable and can change quickly and significantly. The Together We Seek Retreat cannot be made liable for unpleasant or unsuitable weather conditions.
Force Majeure
Means any unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond our normal control, which the consequences of could not have been avoided even when exercising all due care. Such circumstances or events include, but are not limited to, war or threat of war, riot, civil unrest, industrial disputes or strikes, unavoidable technical problems with the property, transport, or closure or congestion of airports, terrorist activity, natural disasters, industrial disasters, fire, theft, flooding and adverse weather conditions. In the event of any of the above refunds or compensation payments will be determined based on circumstances.
Complaints and Suggestions
The Together We Seek Retreat is confident that you will not have any cause for concern during your retreat. However, if you should have any problems during your stay this should first be brought to the attention of your facilitators. If you are not satisfied with the local resolution, then any further comments or suggestions should be put in writing within 14 days of your return, specifying the problems to: [email protected]
Vermilion is filled with unique shops & boutiques, stores and more filled with personality, charm.
Each is an independently-owned business where you’re likely to meet and get to know the owner and leave with an understanding of why “shopping local” is so special. Note: This is a partial listing of the shopping possibilities in Historic Downtown Vermilion and beyond. There are more businesses as well as d restaurants to explore to the east and south of downtown..
There are some bed and breakfasts in Vermilion:
https://www.mainstreetvermilion.org/stay
The historic ambiance with all the modern amenities. Just one block from the center of downtown and a short walk from a lake view. MSV member since 2013. 5760 Liberty Avenue, Vermilion OH 44089 | Contact: 440.714.5082
There are over 20 place to eat in Vermilion: https://www.mainstreetvermilion.org/dine
Feel free to call me or email me:
hello@jjdigeronimo
1-800-874-7006
These are both direct into my inbox and phone.
I look forward to chatting, JJ
