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Naked Bike Ride Tomorrow (Saturday 19)

2008-07-18T18:55:18Z

Welcome Human Beings, Welcome to Celebration and Honor.
Expose the Naked Truth.
its about the Beauty of our bodies, the separation between rich and poor (were all human beings underneath our clothes) , Sustainability of the planet (how much energy do we waste driving our cars and washing our clothes in these hot summer months?). Its about Truth, Love and Conscious Growth.

Visit:: (Google Group) http://nakedbikeridepdx.tk , http://tribes.tribe.net/nakedbikeridepdx
These rides will be happening on a monthly basis, so join the mailing list (Google Group) to stay involved.
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July 19, 6pm. NE Portland, ride around Alberta and Mississippi
Meet at: 4906 NE 22nd, Portland, OR

-NakedBikeRidePDX
Joy,
Colin

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Wow

2008-07-13T17:04:49Z

I'm Famous and it turns out number 1000 on the tribe count. I wonder if that means anyrhing. Well anywho, I am here, glad to bite you.

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Naked Bike Ride In Portland. (monthly)

2008-07-08T18:52:11Z

Awareness. let us spread awareness to friends, those we meet and people on the street. that
Nakedness isnt a cosmic anomaly, a random glitch in the schism
of society. it is honored. it is here it is now. It is on Bikes, on
foot, in a tree, with the bees...

Tell all those good people you meet. we want to see you on the street,
cycling naked together, not yearly, but monthly.

Join the google group: http://groups.google.com/group/Nakedbikeridepdx?hl=en

we are currently gathering people to join us on this ride-a-bout. SPREAD THE WORD
I would like to set the date for july 19 in the afternoon. centered around the alberta area in portland.

Express Nakedness
Colin

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creative support group for women starting 7/11

2008-07-07T00:15:52Z

Hello,

I will be leading the following creative support group this summer;
the first one to be held this coming Friday, July 11 and running bi-weekly.

I'm hoping to build an ongoing group of women; if you know someone you feel may be interested, feel free to
pass along the information listed below.

Thanks,

Serena Blossom Appel

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Crafting Our Voices
Leader: Art Therapist Serena Appel, MA
"Take time out for yourself to work on creative projects in a
supportive atmosphere with other like-minded women. Art therapy staff
will be on hand to assist the group with working through technical
issues and/or creative "blocks". Together, as a community, we can help
each other's creative growth, expression and unique vision(s)." This
is a drop-in, open workshop group that is a supplement to the COV
6-week class.
Members can pay per session and are not required to come to every
session. Please call or email to reserve your space.
Fridays, July 11th, July 25th, Aug 8 & Aug 22 from 6:30-8:30pm
Members: $10.00 per session
Non-members: $15.00 per session
Punch cards applicable.

For more information, please visit or call:

The 100th Monkey Studio
110 SE 16th Ave
Portland, OR 97214

503-232-3457

http://www.the100thmonkeystudio.com/3415.html

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WomenSpirit Snuggle this Saturday

2008-06-25T19:51:46Z

A Snuggle for (self identified) Women

June 28, 2008
7:30 PM - 12:00 PM

RSVP REQUIRED- This is a Womens Only Event. Only those on the guestlist will be given the location and admitted to the event!!
Go to LoveTribe.org, click the calendar and RSVP ASAP !

DOORS: Open at 7:30pm. You must arrive no later than 8:30pm, doors close then. Come early to meet new people and enjoy the luscious ambiance!

LOCATION: Announced to guests the week before the party

SUGGESTED DONATION: $15-$20 and finger food snackluck item encouraged (no one turned away for lack of funds or food -- give what you can and join us anyway!) This is a women only event.

A SNUGGLE; WHAT'S THAT??? The Nurturing SNUGGLE... For those of us who don't get enough cuddling in our life, this is an opportunity to bask in warm, nurturing physical affection and playfulness. This is a non-sexual (i.e. NO SEX) but sensual gathering focused on lounging in a comfortable environment where we can open our hearts and exchange hugs, kisses, caresses, massages, friendly tickles and more without the presence or pressure of sexual jokes, come-ons or play. In our gatherings, we recognizing all acts of love and affection as gifts, and we honor each other as sacred beings united at a spiritual level. We come together with a shared intention to create a safe space to share warmth, affection and other light sensual playfulness. So come, relax, and be smothered in genuine affection.

WHY A SNUGGLE... Because we need human contact! It is easy to feel alienated from physical contact in our culture. Often, any affection beyond friendly hugs seems to threaten us with questions about the nature and direction of the relationship with the person with whom we are sharing affection. We rarely sit around simply holding our friends, gently caressing each other, or engaging in kissing that does not have stronger sexual contact as its goal. Many of us can benefit from cuddling without any other goal but nurturing human contact. And so we are creating a space where that is the stated intention up front.

WHAT TO LOOK FORWARD TO... While every Snuggle will be slightly different, here are some things that are planned: we will start the evening with a snackluck (like a potluck but with finger food), spending time getting to know each other as we share food, followed by a short ritual or other introductory ceremony where we will lay down snuggle guidelines for communicating and respecting personal boundaries. We will do some exercises or games where we practice communicating and listening to boundaries. During most of the evening, there will be opportunities to engage in massage circles, playful games or "puppy piles". Asking and gaining consent will be an important part of all our interactions. Feel free to initiate activities, participate in what feels comfortable, or just see how others engage in play.

WHAT TO WEAR/BRING... Wear loose, comfortable clothing (such as pajamas or sweats) and bring any items that seem appropriate (for instance, if you enjoy having your hair brushed, be sure to bring a brush). Please keep both a top and bottom on during the entire Snuggle. Bring a donation (though, no one will be turned away for lack of funds). Please bring finger food to share for the snackluck. Leave the grit and stress from daily life behind; perhaps take a relaxing bath beforehand and DO NOT WEAR perfumes, scented aftershave, deodorants or hair products, etc. (Some people are allergic to perfumes and scented products). Come prepared to be present and bring a positive attitude about bodies and touch. Remember, when you attend a Snuggle, you are leaving the dominant culture behind and entering a magical space where it is okay to touch our friends and people we have just met with affection and warmth.

Send this event to a friend! This event can be found online at http://events.LoveTribe.org

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Join us for Yum! this Friday

2008-06-25T19:41:07Z

Guest DJ for this Friday's YUM! will be DJ Bear !!!

Friday June 27
8:00 PM

DJ Bear (aka Shadowboxer, aka Barry Silverman) has been a professional musician for over 30 years and we are very excited to have him. DJ Bear will be digging deep into his extensive music collection and promises a night of funky, world-centric music you won't soon forget.

Dance Dance Dance !

Make New Snuggly Friends !

Get your dose of TLC at YUM! - LoveTribe's monthly social with crazy booty shakin' dance music, super fun theater games, sharing nurturing massages (2 tables), sweet snuggling, and other LoveTribe-style wonderfulness.
We'll dance, we'll touch, we'll laugh, we'll munch, we'll heal. YUM!

When: last Friday of every month, 8:00pm-late. NO RSVP needed, it's a Party!

If you've never been to a LoveTribe event before, you must show up by 8:30 for a fun introduction. This is great event for those new to Love Tribe.

Where: Motion Massage Studio, 1829 NE Alberta St., Suite #12, Portland, OR

Suggested donation: $10-$15. Volunteer and get a discount.

Bring: A Snack item (finger food) or beverage to share

Wear: clothes you're comfortable moving in, no scents please

Questions ? JoAutumn@LoveTribe.org

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Madison Tribe

2008-06-05T04:15:21Z

Any interest in forming a Tribe i n Madison Wi,

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LA snuggle party April 25

2008-05-28T16:30:04Z

new snuggle event for April

http://post.lovetribe.org/lovetribe/public/calendar/index.cfm?CFID=470215&CFTOKEN=54147842&EventID=1156&FuseAction=ShowEvent

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SEATTLE RAPTURE - last chance to register is Thursday Midnight

2008-04-23T19:51:35Z

SEATTLE RAPTURE—Dance/Cuddle/Play your way to heaven!
Presented by Portland LoveTribe
Fundraising Benefit for the Foundation for Sex Positive Culture

Friday, April 25th, 9p-3a. Doors Open 7p
Cost: Suggested donation $30 single, $50 couple. NO ONE TURNED AWAY FOR LACK OF FUNDS – this is a “pay what you can” event. Volunteer positions available.
Spinning the uptempo and downtempo beats: Michael Holden, DJ Luscious Leopard Lips and the Portland LoveTribe DJs
Registration Required. RSVP today at http://rsvp.LoveTribe.org/?Rapture

We have over 125 registrations for this event. There are still a few spaces left. LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER IS THURSDAY MIDNIGHT – after that the guest list is closed.

Rapture is a super yummy dance/snuggle/erotic play gathering created
by LoveTribe! Seattle RAPTURE is being held in collaboration with the
Center for Sex Positive Culture as a Benefit for their Foundation.

We are planning an amazing ritual where we will practice boundary skills and connect from our hearts. On the dance floor, our DJs will be spinning some great tunes to get you movin' and groovin' In the social space, there will yummy food and a chocolate fountain! In the Snuggle Den, folks will be cuddling in puppy piles exchanging massages, or wrestling and playing other snuggly games. In the play space... well, you'll just have to come and find out.

People will be talking about this event for months to come and we don't want your friends to miss out. Visit http://RAPTURE.LoveTribe.org to learn more or register at http://rsvp.LoveTribe.org?RAPTURE.

Sign up in a group of 4 or more and ALL of you save an additional 10% off the ticket price (regularly $30 for individuals and $50 for couples)

We look forward to playing with you soon!

The Rapture Team

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Snuggletown! 2008 work party 5/10 and 5/24 - mark your calendars!

2008-04-22T02:20:55Z

Hi Lovelies -

Planning for Snuggletown! 2008 is well underway. The next thing on our list is a work party... here's a chance to contribute energy and support your friends whether you're going to the playa with us this year or not.

Props to Further and Jewel for going to the Snugglebus location last Saturday and inventory-ing our stuff. We've got a lot of stuff! Much of it needs to be cleaned and organized - and that's where we need your help.

We'll be having a work party on Saturday 5/10, and Saturday 5/24, here:

Directions to 18300 NW Green Mt Rd, Banks

Take Hwy 26 west approx 30 miles from PDX (towards Astoria /Seaside). Look for the green highway markers. Green Mountain Road is the first right past the 50 mile marker. We are the 3rd house on the right (stay on pavement) almost a mile.503-324-7621
If you have interest in Snuggletown! this year - get on the Snuggletown! list on the LoveTribe website. That is where our main communication will be. If you received this notice anyplace other than the Snuggletown! list, don't count on any more postings from us there. If you need help signing up for the Snuggletown! list on the LoveTribe website, let me know and I'll help you through it.

Many blessings -

Mango, CMO
Snuggletown! 2008

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4/25 Seattle Rapture Dance/Cuddle party

2008-04-17T15:40:44Z

http://rsvp.LoveTribe.org/?Rapture

So cool how much is happening!

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Snuggletown! 2008

2008-04-15T23:02:12Z

Do you want to see Snuggletown! on the playa this year? Does the mission of Snuggletown and LoveTribe speak to you? Do you want to help us make it happen? If you answered YES to any of these questions - now's the time to get involved!

We've so far had two productive planning meetings, and this weekend we'll probably be inventory-ing the bus and tossing about more ideas for what ST will look like this year. We'll come up with a list of what we have and what we need. Maybe you have something we need. Maybe we have something you need.

We intend to be a presence at SOAK. so even if you're not going to Burning Man, there's still opportunity for you to get involved. We'd be especially grateful to people with generator/power equipment, people with DJ skills and equipment, past campers, people who know something about mechanical things (particularly old diesel school busses), and people with creative energy for fundraising, and decorations and fluff. If you're interested, drop me a line. I'd love to hear from you!

- Mango, CMO
(Chief Motivational Officer)

** Snuggletown! is a body and touch-aware intentional community that nurtures connection, communication, exploration, passion,and playfulness with healthy, caring, communal opportunities for affection and bliss.**

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Conspiracy History compilation DVDs torrents

2008-03-08T02:28:28Z

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Greetings to all my relations.

This is the last step of our project History Watch. If History is
defined and known by the texts, we can now add to this definition the
recorded events of the filmed archives. Animated images are harder to
deny than printed words. Our objective is to spread out freely some of
the little broadcast, even hidden informations about our collective
History.

We put online a collection of 391 documentaries and other selected and
recut videos, to offer to a wide public the best of the infos
available on the net in english and in french. If you are interested,
you have the time, the right equipment and connection, all you have to
do is open the joint document and decompress it if needed (but normaly
your system should do it automaticaly). You'll find therein nine links
that will open the torrents for the nine DVDs we compiled (around 4.6
Gig each, for a total of a little over 41 G, being over 100 hours of
videos).

Otherwise, you can go directly to btjunkie.com and search for these titles.

11 Septembre 2001 - 9-11
Bush family & friends
Capitalist & Communist regimes
Capitalist conspiracy
Mind Kontrol - Secret Programs
New World Order - Secret Societies
Secret services - cover up - covert ops
Secret weapons - UFO
Terrorism Theories propaganda

Torrents are a system of peer to peer data transfer. The more people
download a torrent, the faster it spreads and the longer it stays on
the net. If you don't have a bittorrent software, we suggest that you
download uTorrent on utorrent.com. If you want to participate in
facilitating the diffusion of these infos about our collective
History, download these torrents on as many computers as possible,
whether it is in cybercafes. It takes one or two minutes to open up
the links and the downloading will keep proceeding on its own.

Please spread this out, take part in this action for social education
on a planetary scale. Thanks.

For more info: watch.history@gmail.com History Watch

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Documentary - The Nympho

2008-02-22T19:04:00Z

My name is Tim Seitz and I am making a movie that celebrates the "Slut", I'm making a documentary about real "Nymphos", proud sluts who enjoy life and don't hide their celebration of sex. The two "stars" of the documentary are-

Lisa Sparxxx - Once the world record gangbang girl for having sex with over 900 guys www.lisasparxxx.com
Oasis - An Arizona girl who has bareback parties that are viedotaped www.cum2oasis.com

We will be interviewing other women who call themselves "nymphos" or "sluts", in order to be interviewed you must be-

18 years of age or older
Female (not transgendered)
Straight or Bisexual

We will be doing phone and video interviews for the movie.

To be considered please send an e-mail to me at cladinblak@aol.com
Tell me why you consider yourself a "Slut" or "Nympho" and would you be willing to be interviewed on video for the movie.

Thank you!

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LA LoveTribe Snuggle on Feb 22, 2008

2008-02-11T09:30:14Z

Come Snuggle on the 22nd in the San Fernando Valley!!!

http://losangeles.tribe.net/event/LoveTribe-Snuggle-Party-February-22-in-Van-Nuys/los-angeles-ca/1957f0cc-fe38-4cdc-b9f8-19c5a88ca4d5?nextpage=http%3A%2F%2Flosangeles.tribe.net%2Fhome

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Yum! Feb.29

2008-02-05T06:00:19Z

Yum !

February 29, 2008
8:00 PM

Need more Socializing and Community in your life?

Love to Dance?

Wanna Snuggle?

Get your dose of TLC at YUM! - our monthly social with crazy booty shakin' dance music, super fun theater games, sharing nurturing massages, sweet snuggling, and other LoveTribe-style wonderfulness.

We'll dance, we'll touch, we'll laugh, we'll munch, we'll heal. YUM!

When: last Friday of every month, 8:00pm-late. NO RSVP needed, it's a Party!

If you've never been to a LoveTribe event before, you must show up by 8:30 for a fun introduction.

Where: Motion Massage Studio, 1829 NE Alberta St., Suite #12, Portland, OR

Suggested donation: $10-$15. Volunteer and get in for free

Bring: a snack item (finger food) or beverage to share

Wear: clothes you're comfortable moving in, no scents please

For questions or to volunteer, contact JoAutumn@LoveTribe.org

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PDX WomenSpirit Rebirth

2008-01-21T03:16:26Z

Many of us are wanting to get some yummy Women's Only Events happening (WomenSpirit). What form these will take, is up to us.

Are you interested in attending, volunteering for, or helping create playful Social, Snuggly, Support, Spiritual/Ritual, Sensual, Sexual, Dress Up, or any other kinds of Womens Events ?
What do YOU want to see happen ?

All ideas are welcome.

Please respond with your interest level, and your ideas.

For those interested in being part of the Planning Process, I will add you to the WomenSpiritPlanners list so we can communicate with each other.
No experience is needed, training will be provided to Planners, all you need is enthusiasm for WomenSpirit and willingness to follow through.
Soon, we will have a snuggly, pot luck, Planners Party/Meeting to toss around ideas and get something on the calendar.
Let's do what women do so well: CO-CREATE !!

Hugs,
JoAutumn
joautumn@lovetribe.org
www.lovetribe.org

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Portland Cuddle/Snuggle parties?

2008-01-07T05:31:03Z

Hi Folks,

After a very recent breakup, I am not really ready to go out and have a sexual relationship yet, but the concept of a snuggle or cuddle party sounds like a perfect and safe way to simply have some human connectedness. Like a nice long hug, I suppose. Does anyone know of any upcoming snuggle or cuddle parties in PDX?

I am new to this concept, but from what I've been reading, it sounds like a perfect way to feel a little bit of connectedness without having to jump into something sexual.

Thanks for any info or advice.

-The Craw

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Calling All LA Snugglers!

2007-12-18T07:24:10Z

JoAutumn and I will be in LA in the second week of January... would you all be intersted in us hosting a Snuggle Party on Saturday evening the 12th? Who wants to come?

jas

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searching for Mooneyes

2007-12-16T21:40:42Z

Love is the best , and when you find true unconditional love its amazing!
see www.freewebs.com/soul-evolution, help yourself to all the free information and all the affirmations share and spread the LOVE!!!
Light and blessings always
Whitefeather

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Earthdance!

2007-09-12T05:47:40Z

Luuuuuuuuuuuuuvvvvvvvvv!!!

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Intro to Tantra class begins 9/9/07

2007-08-11T21:54:27Z

http://portland.tribe.net/event/Intro-to-Tantra-Class/portlandn-or/2667e247-7aa9-40b7-8b81-0c9a0868a4c3?nextpage=http%3A%2F%2Fportland.tribe.net%2Ftemplate%2FHomeListings.vm

Namaste,
Sienna

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Love story

2007-07-19T11:02:34Z

Long, long ago, there was an honest and kind-hearted fellow named Niu Lang (Cowhand). His parents died when he was a child. Later he was driven out of his home by his sister-in-law. So he lived by himself herding cattle and farming. One day, a fairy from heaven Zhi Nu (Weaver Maid) fell in love with him and came down secretly to earth and married him. The cowhand farmed in the field and the Weaver Maid wove at home. They lived a happy life and gave birth to a boy and a girl. Unfortunately, the God of Heaven soon found out the fact and ordered the Queen Mother of the Western Heavens to bring the Weaver Maid back.

With the help of celestial cattle, the Cowhand flew to heaven with his son and daughter. At the time when he was about to catch up with his wife, the Queen Mother took off one of her gold hairpins and made a stroke. One billowy river appeared in front of the Cowhand. The Cowhand and Weaver Maid were separated on the two banks forever and could only feel their tears. Their loyalty to love touched magpies, so tens of thousands of magpies came to build a bridge for the Cowhand and Weaver Maid to meet each other. The Queen Mother was eventually moved and allowed them to meet each year on the 7th of the 7th lunar month. Hence their meeting date has been called "Qi Xi" (Double Seventh).

Just love the story and wanna share. U could found more detail at
http://www.foreignercn.com/index.php/action_viewnews_itemid_2654.html

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Please come and join the new Poly-Couplery tribe!

2007-06-04T05:45:45Z

Hey folks, I just created a tribe called Poly-Couplery. It's for people like me and my boyfriend who are poly and consciously trying to date, fall in love, and overall be connected to other poly people....but as a couple. We'd LOVE for you to be part of this tribe! Yay!
http://tribes.tribe.net/polycouplery

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Spiral Rhythms Festival

2007-05-11T00:49:04Z

Hey Lovetribers...

I wanted to let you know that this year the Spiral Rhythms Festival Theme is LOVE. To that end, we have a whole bunch of workshops dedicated to the theme of Love, including one from our own Angel & Jas...(hi guys!)

Also, if that were not enticing enough, every year on Friday evening of the festival, Rev. Jordon Feathers and I do a Temple Opening Puja Ritual. If you've ever seen us do one of these in town, you've seen the 'cooled down' version of the rite...:-). At Spiral Rhythms, we have the freedom to remove all the boundaries that we must keep in town--including energetic ones.

If you want more information about this experience, check out www.spiralrhythms.org

Big Hugs,
Sienna

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5/12 What does your soul long for?

2007-05-06T08:52:25Z

MEN’S SOULFORCE:
Through tarot imagery, storytelling, ritual, & labyrinth
Explore your passions/joys, wounds/fears, & the allies/keys that unlock them
5/12/07, Sat, 4:00-10:30 pm

Do you sense a deeper force operating in your life - a force that knows what you long for and what you're really capable of? Through exploring tarot imagery, story-telling, journaling, ritual, & walking a labyrinth, you can discover aspects of your Soul Force - the stories that propel you to be authentically powerful.

You can playfully and simply tell stories and create your own rituals to look more deeply at your passions/joys, wounds/fears, and the allies & keys that help you invoke parts of your soul’s story. In this workshop we’ll create a quiet, sacred space, and from within that place we’ll ask “Why am I here?” And then we will listen, and keep on listening. We don’t need burning bushes or perfect answers, just what’s true for now.

CO-FACILITATORS:: Paul H. Richard, a life-coach specializing in archetypal psychology, soul mentoring, and the use of evolutionary astrology, tarot, labyrinth, & other shamanic techniques to discover your soul's purpose; James Fabish is a licensed massage therapist & perpetual student and practitioner of the healing arts.

DIVERSITY: We welcome & are strengthened by adult men of all ages, sizes, shapes, colors, orientations, spritualities (and none), and backgrounds (including trans guys). Thanks for helping us increase the diversity of men who get invited to this event by forwarding this invitation to friends & colleagues who might be interested.

COSPONSORS: MenSpirit is a joint project of three non-profit organizations, Q-LAND, LoveTribe, & Spirit Hawk, empowers diverse men in the Portland, OR area to discover and manifest their individual & collective potential for wellness, community, friendship/intimacy, spirituality, & play.

INFO: Bart at 503-223-8822 or events@qland.org or website: qland.org

RSVP website: lovetribe.org/menspirit

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my interactive art project could use your insights

2007-05-01T03:28:17Z

creating an interactive experminetal art projec on my tribe page
if you could hop on over and leave a few comments
(its the comments that inspire the next art piece and question)
that would be great

thanks

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personal

2007-04-25T04:39:51Z

I feel very bore due to if i invite any one for adding as friend ,no use. atleast that person's opinion also not found so I feel bore other wise I vvvvvvvvvvvvvvery love tribe.org.
I waithing for my friends(tribe) like nisha sharma,sateesh............

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Cuddlosophy

2007-03-31T10:55:59Z

From my blog...

I am an admitted snuggleslut and have been for years. I have had periods where I get snuggles on a weekly basis at least once a week and I can say it's been a great benefit for me during times of being single. When in a relationship it's been a determining factor on the health of that relationship.

I have a friend who distinguishes between cuddles and snuggling. Cuddles are the non-sensual variety, like one cuddles a kitten or their child. Snuggles can get into the realm of being more sensual. In our friendship that was a good tool for managing the uncomfortable realm of erotic overtones as she and I had been sexual in the past and at that moment she was healing past childhood sexual abuse and not able to be sexual with me.

In my time of dating people i've noticed an alarming amount of sexual abuse and woundedness which indicates the epidemic proportions that we have in our society.
I read it all the time in the news and it makes me want to do something. My own sister was victimized at a festival while getting a massage treatment and the justice system she is dealing with is almost worse than the actual incident that spawned the process. I think sex education should account for the amount of abuse that's in the world and show both male and female people entering their sexuality that this is real and needs to be approached by all in a conscious way. Perhaps then there'd be fewer rape victims, more ability for women to talk about their need to be safe from abusers.

Back to cuddles and snuggling..it has been shown that warm touch produces the pituitary hormone or "bonding hormone" in the body called oxytocin which is said to among many things aid in reducing stress levels in both sexes.

www.nih.gov/nihrecord/026/story03.htm

Seems obvious when you think about it, how you feel after recieving even a handshake or a hug let alone a good nuzzle and cuddle. I've discovered over time that some people are more capable cuddlers/snugglers than others. I suppose this has to do with comfort levels and trust etc. Here are 5 suggestions to end off with that can assist people based on my experience and research in the art of cuddling.

1. When cuddling with a friend or someone new where it hasn't been established whether the connection is going to be sexual or not it's good to never make assumptions. If a person has boundaries they feel on any level its important to
make them known. One way is how one dresses for bed. Getting naked, even if that's how you normally sleep, is not appropriate if you're with someone who might think they're getting sex that night. Wearing unsexy jammies or the like is a subtle message that its about sleeping not about getting it on.

2. If you're wanting to be more sensual with snuggling but not necessarily dive into full on sex, that will need even more levels of communication. Talking openly should become a skill that you carry and feel confident with eventually.
Taking control of the hands that roam and placing them where you are comfortable or using the traffic light idea of "red/orange/green" light allows one to explore the sensual with a degree of control. Hovering in the "orange' light for instance could be very exciting without compromising your need to avoid going further for whatever reason held.

3. I have a friend who had a roomie she snuggled with who she didn't want to get too emotionally entangled with but enjoyed the contact. Roomies are a tricky situation to be sure. Some roomies go on to enter relationships and even get married i've witnessed but that's not always the way it's going to roll. To be able to deal with the intense sexual energy raised they had a tactic that involved going to separate rooms when it reached a certain point and releasing the tension on their own before resuming snuggling. Seems to have worked for them, i have yet to experience this method. A variation on this for the erotically inclined is to experiment with non penetration methods of being sexual but it should be noted that sex no matter what form it takes tends to bring up the bonding tendency and can lead to emotional feelings that will need to be sorted. For the ethical slut this might be easier than for those not so experienced in pleasure sharing for its own sake and should never be foisted upon someone just because its easier for one person than the other to manage this ability.

4. Past lovers or partners can make great snuggle friends. May not be a great idea during a break up. In fact most of the time i'd say that's the case. Later on though when things even out it can be very rewarding to feel safe with another whom you've crossed a distance with and established safety with. Much safer than someone new where all this needs to be laid out from scratch. Still, there is the need for communication always as feelings arise, or the desire to have or not have sex arises. It is one reason however to keep the bridges entact between you and past partners..they make great snuggle buddies later on in life especially when you're both single.

5. I think as an important part of making contact with people is how we separate off afterwards. When we bond with each other, that oxytocin does it's thing, it's easy to start taking parts of each others energy away with us into the next day. This gets more metaphysical perhaps, dealing in aura's and such, but i hold it as true for me. It is good to consciously reign in ones aura when departing from another, whether it be friend or lover. We need to consider our aura as personal ecology that needs to be maintained. Merging with others is a special thing, sacred, and can be done without unconsciously dragging it all completely into our personal folder of being. We can be two whole beings connecting in moments and then separating. To me this is a recipe for emotional health and steering away from co-dependency. This applies to a simple cuddle where deep bonding has occured. It keeps the energy clean between two people and says we care about ourselves and each other. I often like to do this with those I cuddle or snuggle with or make love with as a closing ritual of sorts.
They often thank me for it afterwards.

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Everyone Dies

2007-03-22T16:08:50Z

Lama Jigme Gyatso: Rime Manipa Tantrika
www.LamaJigme.com

Everyone Dies
Thursday, the 22nd of March, 2007

Everyone dies.
Jesus died.
Buddha died.
What does that say about everyday folks like me and you?

The question is NOT if we are going to die.
The question is How are we going to die.

Shall we die consumed with selfishness
and it’s fear, regret and aggression?
Or do we choose to die in peace
and it’s insight, love and joy?

That is a good way to die.
Couldn’t that also be a great way to live?

Om Mani Padme Hum,
Lama Jigme Gyatso: Rime Manipa Tantrika

P.S.

Whether you invoke: Kwan Yin, Kuan Yin, Quan Yin,
Avalokiteshvara, Chenrezig or the Great Compassionate One
using the Six syllable mantra pronounced
as “ Om Mani Padme Hum “ or “ Om Mani Peme Hung “ ;
the Buddha of Compassion is always there for you.

P.P.S.

If you desire to Automatically receive my latest essays
and learn when my seminar could be coming to your neck of the woods
you are welcome to subscribe to my Newsletter at
www.groups.yahoo.com/group/LamaJigme

P.P.P.S

If your need is real
and your desire is earnest
you may write me at
lama_jigme_gyatso@yahoo.com

to arrange a private, Over-the-Telephone:
Teaching, Counseling or Healing Treatment.

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Meal Blessing

2007-03-04T02:08:05Z

Lama Jigme Gyatso: Rime Manipa Tantrika
www.LamaJigme.com

A Meal Blessing
Saturday, the 3rd of March, 2007

Mr. S, recently wrote:

“Everyday so many beings are dying or died.
Everyday so many are left behind.
A tornado stuck in Alabama.
People are dying in wars, of illnesses, starvation, and the like.

If you could take some time each day
and say a prayer or dedicate the merit of your practice
to those who dies and those who are left behind,
it would be a good thing to do.”

Dear Mr. S,

I was taught
that every meal or drink of water
is a great opportunity to both
generate and share good karma.

I do so
with the following prayers:

#1
Thank you La-ma Chen-re-zig
for your presence in my life.
Thank you for pacifying my karmic negativities
increasing my virtuous merit

guiding me directly and indirectly
and lavishing me with the blessings
of your body, speech and mind;
Om Ma-ni Pad-me Hum!

#2
I partake of this delicious food {water}
as an offering
to La-ma Chen-re-zig
who emanates

in his pea-sized aspect
of bliss-inducing light
upon this Throat-center;
Om Ma-ni Pad-me Hum!

#3
May ALL who have perished
over the last Forty-nine days
especially all who have perished
in the provision of this meal

or at my hand
now take immediate and auspicious Po-ta-la rebirth
without any other rebirths intervening.
And once there quickly accomplish full enlightenment

so they can better aid and liberate all others;
Om Ma-ni Pad-me Hum!

#4
By this virtue may I quickly attain
the enlightened state of La-ma Chen-re-zig
and then lead every living being
without exception to that state.

#5
May everyone be healthy, wealthy and happy,
may everyone practice skillfully and joyfully,
may everyone accomplish Chen-re-zig in THIS life
and then help many others do likewise;

for truly that is the meaning of life;
Om Ma-ni Pad-me Hum!

Mr. S,
Most of us eat three meals every day,
and drink a little water every hour,
so this three minuet practice could very well be performed 12-16 times every day.
I certainly hope this helps you to be of greater service to others.

Om Mani Padme Hum,
Lama Jigme Gyatso: Rime Manipa Tantrika

P.S.

Whether you invoke: Kwan Yin, Kuan Yin, Quan Yin,
Avalokiteshvara, Chenrezig or the Great Compassionate One
using the Six syllable mantra pronounced
as “ Om Mani Padme Hum “ or “ Om Mani Peme Hung “ ;
the Buddha of Compassion is always there for you.

P.P.S.

If you desire to Automatically receive my latest essays
and learn when my seminar could be coming to your neck of the woods
you are welcome to subscribe to my Newsletter at
www.groups.yahoo.com/group/LamaJigme

P.P.P.S

If your need is real
and your desire is earnest
you may write me at
lama_jigme_gyatso@yahoo.com

to arrange a private, Over-the-Telephone:
Teaching, Counseling or Healing Treatment.

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Seattle snuggle party?

2007-02-15T18:28:45Z

I just became a member at LoveTribe.org but their calendar isn't working, I wasn't able to do anything with my profile, etc. I got the idea that you must attend a workshop before attending any snuggle parties...is that right? Any idea when one might be held in March? How do I rsvp without going through the calendar?
Thanks a bunch

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Casino Rueda anyone??

2007-01-31T07:55:38Z

Hello Tribers, Tribettes, and Tribunals. I’d like to bring Casino Rueda to Beaverton. What’s Casino Rueda? It’s a Cuban circle salsa dance. Think of it as a contra dance, Latino style. I find it a great way to frolic, flirt, touch, eye gaze, play, and move to Latin rhythms. I just relocated here from Ashland and miss my Casino Rueda lessons dearly.

This first Email is a calling to those who would like to be part of its local birthing. I’d like to organize a planning committee to meet within the next few weeks.

If you have any ideas, connections, energy, or passion toward locating:
* A local non-profit that would be willing to collaborate with us
* A local inspiring Rueda teacher
* A local, cozy venue
* Or any other ideas that would enrich our Rueda collaborative gathering
Call or Email me at MikeWeltman@charter.net
541-301-9588

If you’d just like to be notified when we offer the classes, then please indicate so in an Email and I’ll put you on our contact list.

Moving in Rhythm and Connection - Mike

PS – There is currently a weekly Casino Rueda class located in Portland, but I have a very different experience in mind for this incarnation.

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2/3 Men Reclaiming Music, Poetry, HeartSpace

2007-01-28T07:15:09Z

MEN’S HEARTSPACE:
Connecting through poetry, music, candlelight, & healing touch
Saturday, 2/3/07, 7:00-10:30 pm

We invite men to rekindle your light by sharing your favorite poetry (Mary Oliver, Rumi, Dr. Seuss, e.e.cummings, Hafiz, etc.), your favorite music, and your favorite healing touch in MEN’S HEARTSPACE. Event will be done by candlelight in a beautiful NW studio.

Candlemas, Brigitte, Imbolc -- these are just some of the names for the ancient mid-winter ritual of light, music, & poetry. Music, poetry, & healing touch are powerful bridges that help us open our hearts & realize our commonalities -- the things we all long for: inspiration, hope, emotional aliveness, a sense of community & purpose.

Many men have been cut off from sharing these arts because our culture has labeled them “feminine,” and therefore made them taboo for men, thus cutting men off from the healing power of sharing music, poetry, & healing touch. Men can reclaim the power of these arts by sharing them with one another – thus re-granting permission for these to be regular parts of men’s lives.

We'll keep our clothes on and our hearts open. Our intention is to heal, nurture, rest, and connect to & from our hearts. We’ll remember the ancient power of music, poetry, candlelight, and healing touch.

DIVERSITY: We seek to cultivate curiosity, compassion, and playfulness between men who seem very different from one another (and who actually long for very similar things). We welcome adult men of all ages, sizes, shapes, colors, orientations, & backgrounds (including trans guys). Thanks for helping us increase the diversity of men who get invited to this event by forwarding this invitation to friends & colleagues who might be interested.

CO-FACILITATORS: Alex Babani, a music therapist and musician; Alejandro Cantu, a longtime teacher of multicultural students and bon vivant; and.Michael Abram, a performance artist, clown, and clearing for the full expression of life.

CO-SPONSORS: MenSpirit, a joint project of three non-profit organizations, Q-LAND, LoveTribe, & Spirit Hawk, empowers diverse men in the Portland, OR area to discover and manifest their individual & collective potential for wellness, community, friendship/intimacy, spirituality, & play.

INFO: Alejandro at 503-223-8822 or pajamaparty@qland.org or www.qland.org

RSVP: www.lovetribe.org/menspirit

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Polycamp in Mt. Vernon, WA Aug 10-12 2007

2007-01-25T17:22:18Z

This coming August there will be a poly gathering near Mt. Vernon, WA called Polycamp. Its open to anyone who identifies as polyamorous or curious about poly. Its a family event (kids welcome) and however you define family is cool -- even if right now you're a family of one. There will be workshops and seminars on relationships, communications, raising kids, politics, religion... there will be arts and crafts, a concert by Gaia Consort (a local pagan, poly indi-rock band) and lots more.

If your interested, go to www.polycamp.org for more information and registration. If you've any questions for me you can contact me directly at polycampgoddess@yahoo.com.

Thanks!

Tree

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Polyamory and Love Tribe

2007-01-25T17:17:44Z

I was just wondering how many people in the Love Tribe identify as polyamorous (or swingers, open marriage, etc). And if it would be appropriate to post a notice about a poly event here. Let me know.

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Energy Vampire?

2007-01-03T23:01:58Z

Lama Jigme Gyatso: Rime Manipa Tantrika
www.LamaJigme.com

Energy Vampire?
Wednesday, the 3rd of January, 2007

Could you, or maybe someone you know;
be habitually Driven by anxiety or fear?
Could you, or maybe someone you know;
be habitually Defensive or insecure?

Could you, or maybe someone you know;
be habitually Self-centered or inconsiderate?
Could you, or maybe someone you know;
be habitually Annoyed or angry?

Could you, or maybe someone you know;
be habitually Controlling or manipulative?
Could you, or maybe someone you know;
be habitually, Disorganized, scattered or irresponsible?

Could you, or maybe someone you know;
be forever denying personal responsibility or accountability
for poor planning, disorganization or irresponsibility,
often demanding, no less expecting, others to come to the rescue?

How could folks respond to you, or maybe someone you know?
Are folks typically enthused and energized by encounters
with you, or maybe someone you know;
or could they often be left feeling drained, fatigued or annoyed?

Could you, or maybe someone you know;
be more defensive then spiritually ambitious?
Could you, or maybe someone you know;
be an Energy Vampire?

Could you, or maybe someone you know;
thirst for a more meaningful existence?

Could you, or maybe someone you know;
hunger for greater:
Compassion, Insight, Peace,
Devotion, Bliss and Love?

Then now, quick, hurry:
find an effective teacher of Emotional Alchemy,
receive his or her blessings and guidance,
put his instructions into practice
and accomplish the path in THIS life!

Why? Why? Why?
Because the alternative
is UN-thinkable!

Because the alternative
is UN-bearable.

Because the alternative
denies your destiny.

Lord Buddha was born
to accomplish full enlightenment in one life
and take away the sufferings of the world.

Are you ready for the secret?
That is also why we were all born.
It is exactly why You were born!

Now!
Now is the time for action;

now is the time to find a teacher,
now is the time to receive the teachings,
now is the time to practice the teachings,
now is the time to accomplish the path!

Om Mani Padme Hum,
Lama Jigme Gyatso: Rime Manipa Tantrika

P.S.

Whether you invoke: Kwan Yin, Kuan Yin, Quan Yin,
Avalokiteshvara, Chenrezig or the Great Compassionate One
using the Six syllable mantra pronounced
as “ Om Mani Padme Hum “ or “ Om Mani Peme Hung “ ;
the Buddha of Compassion is always there for you.

P.P.S.

If you desire to Automatically receive my latest essays
and learn when my seminar could be coming to your neck of the woods
you are welcome to subscribe to my Newsletter at
www.groups.yahoo.com/group/LamaJigme

P.P.P.S

In two weeks, I will be teaching “Emotional Alchemy”
at the “Healing Weekend” seminar
in Anaheim, California,
during the weekend of January 13th and 14th.

My seminars tend to fill up quickly.
So, to reserve your seat
contact my seminar partner, Alan F. Rockefeller,
now at (619) 746-2171
or simply write him at alanfrock2@yahoo.com

P.P.P.P.S

It has been said that “Outer Beauty comes from Inner Rapture.”
This April, I will be teaching the “Blissful Path”
at the “Five Days of Buddha Bliss” spa retreat
in Orange County, California.

To reserve your accommodations
contact my seminar partner, Alan F. Rockefeller,
now at (619) 746-2171
or simply write him at alanfrock2@yahoo.com

P.P.P.P.P.S.

When you desire to learn more about
Lama Jigme Gyatso: Rime Manipa Tantrika,
“Emotional Alchemy,” “Blissful Path” or
Chenrezig, the Buddha of Compassion
explore www.LamaJigme.com

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12/19 Love Your Low-Back

2006-12-12T09:16:13Z

The lower back is the source of so much power, and when that power doesn't flow, so much pain.

Your lower back deserves simple, practical, & loving support in this stressful time of year . . .

MEN TOUCHING WITH HEART:
Effective, Simple Strategies for Preventing/Coping with Low Back Pain
Tues, 12/19, 7:00-10:00 pm

A Licensed Physical Therapist, Ted Ellquist, who has extensive training in the McKenzie Method of pain management & prevention, will be teaching men how to use better posture, body mechanics, stretches, and healing touch techniques to cope with or prevent low-back pain.

These techniques will be presented in an interactive way, so you'll have the chance to both give & receive healing touch & stretches throughout the workshop. After experimenting with various techniques, you'll receive significant time on the techniques that seem to work best for you. You can learn more about the McKenzie Method and Ted's training & experience at www.backinactionpt.com

DIVERSITY: Event open to adult men of all ages, sizes, shapes, colors, orientations, experience levels, and backgrounds (including trans guys). Thanks for helping us increase the diversity of men who get invited to this event by forwarding this invitation to friends & colleagues who might be interested.

CO-SPONSORS: MenSpirit, a joint project of three non-profit organizations, Q-LAND, LoveTribe, & Spirit Hawk, empowers diverse men in the Portland, OR area to discover and manifest their individual & collective potential for wellness, community, friendship/intimacy, spirituality, & play.

INFO: Bart at 503-223-8822 or healingtouch@qland.org or www.qland.org

RSVP: www.lovetribe.org/menspirit

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Ambrosia

2006-12-03T10:27:57Z

Mmmmmmmmmm..........

Was wonderful.

Kisses to you all.

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Have fun at AMBROSIA Tonight! Tell me more about YUM

2006-12-02T21:05:15Z

Hi my Lovetribe friends,

I'm going to be in town Dec. 21st through 27th and was hoping there might be some fun activities going on. I heard about YUM but I can't get to the Lovetribe site right now. Let me know what's up with YUM or anything else happening in town that week!

Thia

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Ferociously Happy Heart !

2006-11-27T23:52:41Z

Lama Jigme Gyatso: Rime Manipa Tantrika
www.LamaJigme.com

Ferociously Happy Heart
Monday, the 27th of November, 2006

Embrace the Ferociously Happy Heart.
Open wide the chest,
open wide it’s cage!
Free the Ferociously Happy Heart.

Stand with legs wide,
stand with a Warrior’s strength,
stand with a Mountain’s solidity.

There is NO puzzle of why…
just the wonder of what,
just the magick of Now!

Ultimately, the cloying slave driver of analysis
can NOT be grasped!

Take to the skies and fly
with the Ferociously Happy Heart!

Do NOT compress
the Ferociously Happy Heart.

Do NOT seek to contrive
the Ferociously Happy Heart.

It is the reality
lurking behind the dream.
It is the reality
dancing being the dream.

It is our true nature!

Come, let us increase our capacity for Joy!
Come, let us increase our capacity for Strength!
Come, let us increase our capacity for Peace!

Strength can scurry about the extremities,
or return to it’s home,
return to our heart.

Come, let us live from the Heart.
Come, let us live from our Center.
Come, let us live from the Now.

Our heart’s happy, solid, peaceful joy;
what is it?
It is the ultimate nature
of sorrow!

Yes, there are those
who throw spears;
spears that can fly
deep into our hearts.

Do NOT turn and run.
There is nothing to fear.
Stand firm your ground.
Open wide your heart.

Enlarge your world
with compassion’s Prayer…
“May all beings now benefit!;
Om Mani Padme Hum!”

Breath deep and explore,
“What are some of the ways
there could be NO separate or permanent
sadness to grasp?”

Relax deep into sorrow and ponder,
“How could this sadness
be just a fleeting dream?”

Do NOT fight the experience,
for that would just be Fear.
Courageously let go
into the fullness of THIS moment’s experience.

“Om Man Padme Hum,
Re-lax-ing.”

There is NO need
to violently “Pierce” the “veil of illusion,”
when all that is required
is to simply, let go.

It is folly
to chase after contemplative experience
like a silly child,
running to find the end of a rainbow!

Rather,
courageously,
stand your ground,
embrace the truth of THIS present moment.

No, NOT the idealized, ultra blissful “present moment”
of escapist fantasy;
but THIS authentic present moment,
be it gorgeous or grotesque.

Feel what you feel
and relax!

Yes, there are those
who rejoice to harm us.

But seen through the eyes
of enlightened courage
they can only
make us stronger.

This is NOT false strength
that comes from resisting;
this is true strength
that comes from surrender.

From Surrender
to a naked awareness of THIS present moment
and all it’s conventional Vulgarity…

from Surrender
to a naked awareness of THIS present moment
and all it’s ultimate Beauty!

An awareness
that is naked,
striped bare
and free from resistance…

free from avoidance,
free from retribution,
free from retreat,
free from deflection.

Breath deep
and embrace the ugliness of the nightmare
and you will relax
into the nature of the dream!

Breath deep
and embrace the ugliness of Hell
and you will relax
into the nature of Heaven.

Do NOT drop your head.
Do NOT cave your chest.
Do NOT seek
to protect your heart in vain.

Stand firm your ground.
Open wide your heart.
Let the foolish exhaust themselves
in their spear throwing.

Let their spears find their targets,
let the cutting edges do their damage.

There is nothing to fear,
there is nothing to hide from,
there is nothing to protect;
breath deep and relax!

Breath deep and relax
into the profound truth of deep insight;
breath deep and relax
into it’s vastly compassionate nature.

Compassion that is vast,
like two arms, infinitely stretched out
to hug the universe,
with a heart of strength.

The Ferocious Joy
of an Un-bound Heart.
The Ferocious Joy
of an Un-protected Heart.

The Ferocious Joy
of a vulnerable Heart.
The Ferocious Joy
of a naked Heart.

Oh how I want you
to have this!
Oh how I want you to soar with the joy
of a Ferociously Happy Heart!

Om Mani Padme Hum,
Lama Jigme Gyatso: Rime Manipa Tantrika

P.S.

Whether you use the name:
Kwan Yin, Kuan Yin, Quan Yin,
Avalokiteshvara, Chenrezig or the Great Compassionate One;
the Buddha of Compassion is always there for you.

P.P.S.

If you desire to Automatically receive my latest essays
and learn when my seminar could be coming to your neck of the woods
you are welcome to join my E-mailing list at
lama_jigme_gyatso@yahoo.com

P.P.P.S

THIS week, I will be teaching “Emotional Alchemy”
at the “Healing Weekend seminar”
in San Diego, California,
during the weekend of December 2nd and 3rd.

If you are curious about attending
you are welcome to contact my seminar partner, Alan Rockefeller,
at (619) 470-8566
or simply write him at alanrock@pacbell.net

www.LamaJigme.com

www.myspace.com/lama_jigme_gyatso

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12/2 Create a job you'll love . . .

2006-11-27T04:52:44Z

CREATE A JOB YOU'LL LOVE:
Men's Right Livelihood Workshop
12/2, Saturday, 4:00-10:30 pm

Because men are trained to define themselves by their work, having the wrong job or no job at all can be a major source of stress. In this practical, fun, and affirming workshop you’ll join a group of men who support one another in figuring out:

1) PASSIONS: What are your interests & passions? If you’re depressed or have no idea, what were your passions/interests when you were a kid or young adult?
2) WHO? what kinds of people you most enjoy working for and with?
3) WHAT NEEDS? what kinds of needs/challenges you most enjoy helping
address?
4) WHAT ORGANIZATIONS? what kinds of organizations/businesses you might
enjoy working for or with?
5) WHAT SKILLS? what your skills, experience, & special knowledges are?
6) WHAT ROLES? what roles do you most enjoy playing in work (creator, manager, data collector/analyzer, or supporter)
7) ALLIES? who your allies are for setting up informational interviews with?
potential employers or investors/partners?
8) NEXT STEPS? how you can get on-going support for taking concrete action
towards your right livelihood vision?

TEAMWORK: Finding your great job takes teamwork. Come join a group of men who are serious about finding a great job and want to help one another get started on and sustain effective action. We will use journaling, story-telling, brainstorming, and action-planning to help you create a job you'll love. Out of this workshop you'll also be invited to join an on-going support group to sustain your efforts to create a job you’ll love.

DIVERSITY: This workshop is for adult men of all ages, sizes, shapes, colors, orientations, experience levels, and backgrounds (including trans guys). Thanks for helping us increase the diversity of men who get invited by forwarding this invitation to friends & colleagues who may be interested.

CO-SPONSORS: MenSpirit, a joint project of two non-profit organizations, Q-LAND & LoveTribe, empowers diverse men in the Portland, OR area to discover and manifest their individual & collective potential for wellness, community, friendship/intimacy, spirituality, & play.

INFO: Bill at 503-223-8822 or createyourjob@qland.org or www.qland.org

RSVP: www.lovetribe.org/menspirit

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hot tubbin?

2006-11-20T18:43:25Z

Okay, I have heard, but have not found, the bath house in NE(?) Portland. Mixed crowd, not sexualized, nude. Someone help me out?

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Mr. R's Contemplative Questions

2006-11-13T03:01:08Z

Mr. S, recently wrote:

Mr. R is one of the first members at E…
and he is online most every day if only for a short period.

Mr. R. moved towards the end of October
and has only been online twice since then
and not since November 2nd.

For those of you who don't know, Mr. R. is 84
and he and his wife are not in good health.
Recently they moved in with their daughter
in an attached apartment or section of the house.

I can't imagine Mr. R not getting online unless:

1. He is ill.
2. A death has occurred within the family.
3. Someone is limiting his ability to get online.

None of these scenarios is appealing and all could use some prayers.

Dear Mr.S,

I have just practiced on Mr. R's behalf.

When reciting mantras on the OUT-breath
I often find it helpful
to mentally and silently ask Contemplative questions
during the IN-breath.

After all, ya gotta breath-in some time…
otherwise, you’ll turn a funny color, tip over, and wiggle!

Having established the necessity of breathing in,
we might as well use those IN-breath’s
in the most spiritually constructive manner
that we can.

Perhaps you will enjoy these Contemplative Questions:

#1 "What are some of the ways
it could be in Mr. R's best interest
to now and evermore have internet access
whenever he wants, in the most wonderful way?"

#2 "What are some of the reasons
that Mr. R could now and evermore
receive internet access
whenever he wants, in the most wonderful way?"

#3 "If Mr. R now and evermore
received internet access
whenever he desired, in the most wonderful way;
what could that Feel like?"

I have found that these questions
can strengthen our experience
of Compassion, Confidence and Joy.

Have a beautiful day,
and thank you for caring for Mr. R,
as much as you do.
I suspect he is quite fortunate to have a friend such as you.

Om Mani Padme Hum,
Lama Jigme Gyatso: Rime Manipa Tantrika

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SAVE THE DATE 12/2 for AMBROSIA!!!

2006-11-02T02:37:55Z

AMBROSIA: Food of the gods

Welcome to the Divine Feast!

Arrive: Doors open at 6pm and close at 7pm
Bring: A blanket and a tasty finger food dish to share
Donation: $15 - $25 ($5 off for volunteering)

We're throwing a party for ourselves, a magnificent feast to celebrate all we have manifested and to thank those who have given of their time, treasure and talent this year so that we might reap joy beyond measure! Think of it as our Annual Banquet... LoveTribe style! Come both to be served and to be the servers in this great banquet; let our creativity manifest food to delight us, let our limbs be the utensils that feed each other, let our bodies be the dishes off which we eat, so that we too may be consumed in this great Feast of Cosmic Love!

Ambrosia will end at Midnight. All who stay to help clean up are invited to stay for the afterparty until the next morning.

The Courses for our Feast include:

6-7: Snuggling
7-9: Dinner and dinner shows and recognition for all our volunteers and contributors
9-12: Dessert! Human sundays, chocolate body painting, pudding wrestling and more!
12-1: Clean up
1-dawn: Afterparty for cleanup crew!

We're lining up marvelous entertainment for the evening!!!

Much appreciation to all for making this community happen!

This is going an amazing event!

Space is limited RSVP today at www.lovetribe.org

Question contact ambrosia@lovetribe.org

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any go(ing) to the Polyween shindig PDX?

2006-10-30T05:01:15Z

i realized i'm a little late on this, but is anyone checkin out the Polyween festivities @ the Village Ballroom?

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This Sat, 11/4 Men Finding Wisdom thru Story-telling

2006-10-30T00:05:25Z

Could you forward this to men who have lived interesting stories or who
understand the power of story-telling to help them draw on the wisdom of men of all ages?

MEN’S INTERGENERATIONAL STORY-TELLING
Saturday, 11/4, 4:00-10:30 pm

* Imagine being able to learn from the wisdom of men of all ages.

* Imagine who you could be if men of all ages helped you tell & understand your story, and you helped them tell their’s.

* Imagine story-telling as a tool for transformation & initiation.

For most of human history story-telling has been a crucial part of men’s initiation and empowerment. Nowadays story-telling has been mostly reduced to mere entertainment -- a mass-produced product to be consumed. This has cut men off from the wisdom of the lived past, present, and future – from actually knowing other men’s stories.

In this playful, creative event you’ll tell key parts of your life story to a small group of men of different ages, and they will retell your story in spoken word poetry, short skits, psycho-drama sculptures, paintings/drawings, and other creative techniques.

Our goal is for you to tell the story of your life to men of different ages, and for you to help retell the stories of other men – in ways that reflect you and the wisdom of the inter-generational group you’re apart of. Ultimately this is about friendship, play, creativity, and initiation through story-telling.

DIVERSITY: We welcome men of all ages, sizes, shapes, colors, orientations, story-telling abilities, and life backgrounds (including trans guys). Diversity on all levels helps us learn the many ways we can be men. Could you please help us invite diverse men by forwarding this invitation to any of your friends, colleagues, or acquaintances who might be interested, and by attending with them?

SPONSORED BY: MenSpirit, a joint project of two non-profit organizations, Q-LAND & LoveTribe, empowers diverse men in the Portland, OR area to discover and manifest their individual & collective potential for wellness, community, friendship/intimacy, spirituality, & play.

INFO: Jack at 503-223-8822 or storytelling@qland.org

RSVP: www.lovetribe.org/menspirit

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Fall: a time to find your new rhythm

2006-10-16T01:25:03Z

In the Northwest fall brings rejuvenating rain, a quietness that encourages
focusing on inner priorities, and cold that reminds us to support one
another in keeping our body, mind, & spirit warm. Q-LAND & LoveTribe have a wonderful week of men's gatherings designed to help you shift into your new rhythm this
fall. Would you forward this invitation to any men who might be interested
and consider attending one or more of these events yourself?

Tues, 10/17, 7-10 pm
MEN’S HEALING TOUCH EXCHANGE:
Richard Ludt, LMT, helps you use movement, touch, & imagery to release
chronic holding

Thurs, 10/19, 7-9:30 pm
MEN’S DATING LAB:
Finding practical strategies & support to give & receive the kinds of
intimacy you want
Co-Facilitators: Alejandro Cantu & Wayne Bund

Fri, 10/20, 6-9 pm
YOHO’S (Young Homos) COOKING & MUSIC FEST:
Men under 30 learn to cook, eat, & exchange music together
Co-Facilitators: Dan Jones, Wayne Bund, Frederic Henriot

Sat, 10/21, 9:30 am - 6:30 pm
YOGA & MASSAGE FOR STRESS: From Surrender to Strength:
(powerful techniques to respond more creatively to stress; you can attend
the morning session, the afternoon session, or both)
Co-Facilitators: Paul Tucker, Felix Roth, Charles Airey, & Bart Church

Sun, 10/22, 6-8 pm
BEAT-THE-BLUES (DEPRESSION) SUPPORT GROUP
Men’s peer-support group to help you find practical strategies for feeling better
Co-Facilitators: Brian Taylor, RN, & Matthew

INFO: Bart at 503-223-8822 or info@qland.org or www.qland.org

RSVP: www.lovetribe.org/menspirit

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next event at yoga studio on alberta?

2006-09-18T05:21:35Z

hi folks.
i am curious as to when the next snuggle event will be held at the yoga studio on alberta.
i checked the calander and did not see one scheduled.
i live one block from there and was pleased to see this event mentioned as a good one for first timers.
i have a new friend who is interested in coming too.
is this a monthly event?
thank you,
wes

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Tantra class coming up in October

2006-09-11T05:36:17Z

Hey Gang...

We're doing another round of "Intro to Tantra" class this fall. Some of you have already taken it, some of you haven't heard about it yet, and some of you have been hesitant, waiting for others to come back with a review of it...

So go ask around about it. There's plenty of voices of experience out there now.

All the details are here: www.spiralrhythms.org/magic

Have a great day.

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men and women

2006-09-09T23:53:24Z

!SPECIAL WORKSHOP
FOR MEN and Women!
MASTER SEDUCTION
–
“What is good? – All that heightens the feeling of power, the will to power, power itself in man.
What is bad?—All that proceeds from weakness.
What is happiness? – The feeling that power increases – that a resistance is overcome. -- Friedrich Nietzche
. Nataliya Svetlichnaya from Siberia, Russia is gifted to penetrate into the human aura with high energy t o induce positive change in the individual
With her knowledge she will help you in discovering and utilizing your unique abilities and talents to move beyond any issues in the areas of personal power and relationship to others. It is a subtle shift taking place which is reported by many students who met with her…It is really true, see and feel for yourself…
12 th October – 15th October , Seattle/Portland
Thursday 12th October 6 pm- -11 pm “The Basic Preparation”
(for men only)($120)
Friday 13th October 6 pm– 11 pm“The Perfect Lover”
(for men only) ($120)
Saturday, 14th October 12 noon – 8 pm
“Supreme Goddesses” (for women only)($210)
Sunday, 15th October 2006 10 am – 10 pm ($300)
“Experience Real Relationship Happiness” (men and women)
For men who attend all three course levels ($430), for women ($430)

Reservation, location and more details, such as list of topics at megaventure@earthlink.com Or Phone 503 764 7289

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My Love for You is Free

2006-09-07T12:08:44Z

Love is to let those we love be perfectly themselves, and not to twist them to fit our own image. Otherwise we love only the reflection of ourselves we find in them.
Anonymous

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Free Fall Men’s Yoga & Meditation starts soon

2006-09-06T21:46:23Z

Would you please forward this invitation to any men who may be interested in attending a FREE men’s yoga or meditation class, and please consider attending yourself?

FREE MEN’S YOGA & MEDITATION CLASSES

As we approach the Autumnal Equinox, the days shorten and it’s a great time to try new ways to integrate wellness & stress-relief into our busy lives. Q-LAND & LoveTribe are launching the fall quarter with the following FREE yoga & meditation classes (for men who’ve never tried one of our classes):

* Monday, 9/18, 6:30-7:45 pm
Core Strength Yoga

* Wednesday, 9/20, 6:30-8:30 pm
Therapeutic Yoga (for men with specific wellness challenges/goals)

* Saturday, 9/23, 10:00-11:15 am
Core Strength Yoga

* Tuesday, 9/12, 7:30-9:30 pm
Men’s Meditation Group

Below are short descriptions of each class.

MEN'S CORE STRENGTH YOGA
Monday, 9/18, 6:30-7:45 pm &
Saturday, 9/23 10:00-11:15 am
As men age, stress, gravity, and neglect of the body conspire to cause us to collapse inward. We close ourselves off to life. In this dynamic, powerful, gentle, and fun class you'll learn to open from the inside out - to strengthen, lengthen, and enjoy your core. This class is for men with diverse abilities, ages, shapes, colors, orientations, and backgrounds (must be able to walk up & down stairs because NW Portland studio is not wheelchair accessible). Instructor Charles Airey has studied yoga for about 25 years, became a certified Kripalu Yoga Instructor 20 years ago, and has taught in various studios in South Florida & Southern California.
INFO: Charles 503-223-8822 or yoga@qland.org
RSVP: www.qland.org/menspirit

MEN'S THERAPEUTIC YOGA
Wednesday, 9/20, 6:30-8:30 pm
Small class tailored to address your specific wellness goals, limitations, abilities, & experience. Learn to use Yoga & Ayurveda to reach your wellness goals (getting stronger & more flexible, losing weight, stress relief, becoming calmer & more focused, etc.) and/or self-treat chronic ailments (like back/neck pain, insomnia/anxiety, allergies, depression, HIV, digestive problems, etc). Taught by instructor who has studied for more than l8 years (under certified Iyengar & Raja Yoga instructors) and taught therapeutic yoga for more than 12 years.
INFO: Bart 503-223-8822 or yoga@qland.org
RSVP: www.lovetribe.org/menspirit

MEN'S MEDITATION GROUP
Tuesday, 9/12 & 9/26 (2nd & 4th Tuesdays), 7:30-9:30 pm
Meditation helps many people relieve stress, feel calmer and more focused, and be more creative and connected to your natural flow. In this group you'll receive basic meditation instruction and simple, silent sitting and walking practice twice a month, on-going support for establishing your own regular meditation practice, and the fellowship of other men from diverse backgrounds who are interested in meditation and mindfulness. Co-facilitated by Rob Downer, M.Div., a local spiritual director and Centering Prayer facilitator; and Jeff Kerr, who has studied Buddhist meditation and currently is a student at the Portland Shambhala Center.
INFO: Rob 503-223-8822 or meditation@qland.org
RSVP: www.lovetribe.org/menspirit

NOTE: Please RSVP as we limit our class sizes to assure each class is tailored to each man's goals, limitations, & abilities. Men of all experience levels are welcome in all our classes. Classes are only free for men who’ve never attended one of our yoga or meditation classes. After your 1st class, you decide how much you want to donate per class and then pay that amount times the number of classes remaining in the quarter. Space is limited in the Therapeutic Yoga Class, so please RSVP for this class ASAP.

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Shanti Shanti, sanskrit music @ The Flying Lotus in Mt Shasta

2006-08-31T06:22:29Z

SHANTI SHANTI will be performing at the Flying Lotus Movement Center in Mt Shasta on September 13th. Discover soul stirring chanting of ancient Sanskrit poetry over a fusion of ancient and modern music. Tickets are $12 individual or $30 for families with children 12 and under. Showtime @ 8:00 PM.
315 S. Mt Shasta Blvd. Mt Shasta, Ca.
www.theflyinglotus.com or www.shantishanti.com.

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9/9 Men’s Dating Lab: Practical Intimacy Strategies

2006-08-31T03:32:40Z

MEN’S DATING LAB:
Finding Practical Intimacy Strategies
* Workshop: Sat, 9/9, 6:30-l0:30 pm
* On-going Group: lst & 3rd Thurs (begins 9/2l), 7-9 pm

Many men long for more emotionally and physically
intimate relationships, but --

* They’re too busy;
* They’ve been burned;
* They don’t know what they want;
* They’ve tried everything;
* They think they’re too old, shy, ugly, blah, blah . . .

Well love is worth it. Intimacy makes you happier and live longer & better. And you’re capable and desirable enough. You just need a little help figuring out what you want and what you can do – in the real world – to get it.

In this fun, practical workshop you’ll explore with other men:

• What kinds of intimacies you want;
• Your intimacy challenges;
• Your intimacy strengths & skills;
• Practical experiments to try in the work-shop & in your life for dating & intimacy
• Asking for concrete support to help you implement what you’ve learned & sustain learning after the workshop

This workshop is not about experts telling us the answers. It is about us supporting one another to find the intimacy visions and strategies that work for each of us. And most of all it’s about figuring out what you can do differently in the real world to get more of the intimacy you want – and get the support to follow through.

If you can’t attend the workshop, you could check out our on-going Dating Lab Support Group that will meet on the lst & 3rd Thursdays each month, 7-9 pm, starting on 9/2l.

CO-FACILITATORS: Alejandro Cantu, 5l, has been a teacher of multi-cultural students for more than 20 years, was in a long-term relationship and is now returning to dating; Wayne Bund, 25, is a teacher of multi-cultural students, has been in several relationships, and has recently moved back to Portland as a single man; Bart Church, 46, has been in several primary relationships, but has viewed his close friendship network as his primary source of intimacy for most of his adult life & believes in valuing friendship networks.

CO-SPONSORS: MenSpirit is a joint project of two non-profit organizations, Q-LAND & LoveTribe, that empowers diverse men in the Portland, OR area to discover and manifest their individual & collective potential for wellness, community, friendship/intimacy, spirituality, & play.

INFO: Bill at 503-223-8822 or datinglab@qland.org or www.qland.org

RSVP: www.lovetribe.org/menspirit

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Correction: Cuddle Party in Scotts Valley 9/24/2006

2006-08-28T04:56:31Z

Sorry!!!

To register please click here:

http://www.cuddleparty.com/CuddleReg/default.cfm?referrer=default&party_id=3

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Cuddle Party in Scotts Valley 9/24/2006

2006-08-28T04:37:35Z

Hey All,

There is a Bay Area Cuddle Party scheduled for September 24th, 12:00PM - 4:00PM.

To register please go to:
www.cuddleparty.com/CuddleRe...fault.cfm

This is going to be a very fun party at a beautiful estate in the Santa Cruz mountains.

Hoping to see all you cuddle fiends there!!

Warmly,
Yvonne
yvonne@cuddleparty.com

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9/1-9/4 MEN'S RETREAT - New habits, new possibilities for wellness

2006-08-22T00:50:22Z

Fall is a great time to develop new habits that create new possibilities for enhancing wellness. In its Men’s Wellness Retreat this Labor Day Weekend (9/1-9/4), Q-LAND & LoveTribe will help you enjoy learning new habits of yoga, massage, eating well, and music-making/movement to deal with challenges like:

* stress
* excess weight
* back/neck pain
* depression
* lack of energy
* digestive problems

In this long weekend at a beautiful ranch in the coastal range (on 50 acres of wooded land with a stream & ponds), you can join three experienced yoga teachers, two experienced Licensed Massage Therapists, and experienced musicians in creating a magical Labor Day Weekend Retreat that will include:

* hiking/strolling in the forest
* relaxing & energizing yoga classes,
* healing massage exchanges,
* playing croquet (and a new game called Giant’s Croquet) on the lawn
* making & moving to great music,
* napping,
* great food

All activities will be optional, and every day we’ll offer a couple of yoga classes, a massage exchange class, three delicious & healthy meals, and the opportunity to make & move to energizing & relaxing music.

What you do every day can create wellness and ease in your life. Come have fun with other men learning new habits that create new possibilities.

INFO: Bill at 503-223-8822 or retreat@qland.org
RSVP: www.lovetribe.org/menspirit

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8/5 Can hating your body make you sick?

2006-07-31T15:10:18Z

Can disliking your body or its parts make you sick? What if the things you believe about your body help determine how healthy you are and will be?

What if billions of dollars were being spent to convince you your body is flawed? And what if this belief and many of the products you buy to “fix” your body are actually making you sick?

MEN'S BODY IMAGES: Can hating your body make you sick?
8/5, This Saturday, 6:30-10:30 pm

In this workshop you’ll look simply and compassionately at which parts of your body you like, and which you dislike. You’ll look at how you feel about your body and its parts, as well as what you tell yourself about your body and its parts.

You’ll use simple practices of small group brainstorming & repetition of new body images, touch, breathing, ritual, play, and awareness to enhance the flow of blood, energy & nutrients to parts of your body you like. You’ll also use these practices to soften and enliven parts of your body you dislike. You’ll physically experience the connection between your beliefs about your body and the amount of blood, immune fluid, energy, oxygen, and nutrients that reach parts of your body.

Your beliefs about your body can make you sick. And the reverse is true. Your beliefs about your body can heal you. It is quite powerful to experience this first hand in your body, rather than as just ideas. And it is exponentially more powerful to do this with the support and energy of a group.

Let us re-imagine our bodies as capable of being beautiful, sexy, powerful,
healthy, and creative. Let us accept our bodies as they are -- and learn quiet ways to use our body images to heal our bodies, rather than destroy them.

CO-FACILITATORS: Dan Jones, co-facilitator of Outside In's Gender Blenz Group at the Trans Identity Resource Center, as well as Q-LAND’s coordinator of programs for men under 30 (this event is for adult men of all ages); Celeste Weber, founder of a radical feminist striptease support group & a risk reduction specialist at Outside In's Needle Exchange; Bart Church, a yoga teacher, Zen-Shiatsu Practitioner, and facilitator of men's wellness workshops and retreats for 20 years.

CO-SPONSORS: MenSpirit is a joint project of two non-profit organizations: Q-LAND & LoveTribe. Menspirit empowers diverse men in the Portland, OR area to discover and manifest their individual & collective potential for wellness, community, friendship/intimacy, spirituality, & play.

INFO: Bill 503-223-8822 or bodyimages@qland.org
RSVP: www.lovetribe.org/menspirit

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