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"Tijuana, Mexio Retreat - January
14th -16th 2005" OK --- Its now time 2 do it again!
In the last 18 (Chai) yrs we've done many " Retreats".
People have had a variety of amazing
(some life-changing) experiences on these Retreats. Spending a weekend
together; namely the place & the
food.
But the real "success" --- is the fellowship & camaraderie (& the sweet
memories it will evoke in the future, as
needed); the personal growth, the new friendships formed between couples (&
the inevitable meeting of soul mates among the singles in
attendance.)
But since the food is delicious, the country exotic, NO
airfare, the presenters R funny, personable &
wise, (R we not?) , the Hotel is 5 Star (by American standards),
& the whole enchilada (aka Di Gantza Megila), i.e. All-inclusive , is
$180. per person
(Itz a (kosher) steal!)
Living in Southern Cal for 34 yrs U must come in contact W/ Mexican food.
4 me it wasn't tht grt of an experience.
(I thought tht "re-fried beans" meant leftovers, BCZ thts
the way it tasted 2 me.)
In yrs past, Olivia & I led 6 weekends in
Tijuana, Mexico ,
W/ between 50 & 80 ppl each time. Everyone LUVD it.
What R the 2 objections ppl have abt going 2
TJ?
 | 1 - The WATER ! |
Yes - the water is polluted --- therefore EVERYTHING having 2 do W/ water
--- is done exclusively W/ Bottled water ; even the washing
of any food (fruit,vegies etc.) .
| 2 - Ppl dont wanna drive in TJ. |
Objection sustained. Neither do I. Therefore, U park on the
American side in a watched secure
guarded locked property, & get shuttled 2 the hotel (15 minutes ).
A little background : Tijuana, Mexico has 2 million ppl --- & 80
Jewish families ; But the 80 families
own all the stores & tourist traps in downtown TJ. So these families built a
magnificent, large JCC W/ meeting rooms
etc., & a beautiful Synagogue & they
welcome us on Friday nite by coming enmasse, & eating together W/ us
in their newly built social hall .The interaction & sharing between the 2
groups is always ---extended-fam-harmonious, &
entertaining .They R all very outgoing , & thrilled 2 have us visit
W/ them on Shabat .
After dinner there is a sharing session where ppl get 2 know each other
very well, very quickly. Sat @ 9AM
Olivia leads a "Walking Meditation" which has been a
highlight 4 some. After breakfast,
there is an optional service @ 10 AM & a simultaneous prayer workshop
led by Schwartzie, outdoors. After an incredible Mexican Shabs lunch & some
more shmoozing/free time/discussion
groups/Shbs nap,etc.we're ready 4 a bonfire @ nite & a
Mariachi Melave Malka .
Every Sat nite there R roving bands of Mariachi Bands in the streets
looking for gigs. They R dressed
beautifully & R inspiring when they play their Latino
instruments 2 ethnic perfection, & sing their
romantic hearts out; & R ecstatic when paid a few American bucks.
Sunday, after breakfast (W/ yet another Mexican menu tht gives new
meaning to "Spanish Omelette" etc.),
there is horse back riding*** 20 minutes away , @ famous Rosarito
Beach , (or U can sit W/ me & watch the local Rabbi who is a show
horseman from Argentina ).
January 14 - 16
PLZ RSVPMendel
Polichenco 619 726 4645
ASAP .
Email me
4 more info if U need more convincing.
***The webmaster does NOT endorse Horseback Riding in Rosarito!!!!!
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This will take place in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Please
call 310.271.8666 or
email for more information. |
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Quarterly, the Chai Center hosts weekend retreats in
beautiful, natural settings which include Baja, Ca., Big Bear, Malibu and
Tujuana. Make your next vacation a spiritual one with Schwartzie. |
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| Rabbi Schwartz preparing an evening
lecture for couples at the Big Bear weekend. |
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| A Relaxing moment at the Big Bear weekend |
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Last years event 2003 |
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