The WELL: inkwell.vue.130: Francesca De Grandis: Goddess Initiation

#123: Rip Van Winkle (keta) Wed 8 Oct 03 16:43

Wed, 08 Oct 2003 16:43:00 PDT

Francesca deGrandis will be offering a writing class starting next week. She's still suffering from her back injury, so she asks that any inquiries be by telephone, not e-mail. Course is by telephone conference-call, Thursdays, 6-7pm (Pacific Time), starting 10/16/03.

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Writing Magic! Word-Craft That Transforms Your Spirit And Your Life

The ancient bards were mystics who studied vigorously until their original poems, songs, rituals, and tales could magically shape reality for themselves and others. Come learn the bards* skills! Use creative writing not only to enrich your inner & outer life, but also to make a difference in the world.

In this 6-week teleseminar for writers, we*ll draw on traditional wisdoms to: * Meet the Muse and find inspiration * Overcome challenges to authentic self-expression * Use writing as a tool for inner and outer transformation * Learn how to get pen to paper -- or hands to keyboard!

Whether you*re a professional writer or complete novice, expect to grow as a wordsmith and person! As a word-magician, your language will express life*s unique moments and come alive with power & joy. You*ll create a new world, both on the page & in reality.

All you need is your phone to enjoy this teleseminar (telephone-class) suited to all levels of experience.

I LIMIT ENROLLMENT TO TWELVE PARTICIPANTS.

The group will meet SIX CONSECUTIVE THURSDAYS from 6 PM (California time, 9 PM New York time) to 6:55 PM starting THURS, OCT 16. RESERVE THURS, DEC 4, 6 PM, for a makeup class in case I*m unavailable for one of the planned sessions.

TOTAL COST for the six classes is $240 plus long distance charges to Las Vegas (the area code for the event*s *tele-bridge*.) Just call long distance then pay the charges on your phone bill. Long distance rates for a 55-minute class can be $6. Phone me for info about scholarship, trade, or payment plan.

TO REGISTER, go to http://www.well.com/user/zthirdrd/paypalteleregistration.html

OR TO REGISTER BY POSTAL MAIL: * send check or money order for $240 Also enclose: * e-mail address, home address, and phone number * the title of the desired event: Writing Magic! to Francesca De Grandis POB 210307 SF CA 94121

Upon receipt of payment, your place is reserved, and tele-bridge phone number, etc is mailed to you. Refunds unavailable. Ms. De Grandis reserves the right to terminate anyone*s involvement in an event at any time; in which case, refund will be prorated according to time attended.

For more information, call (415) 750-1205, between 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Mon -- Fri. I*m happy to talk as long as you need by phone but please do not email me. Current injuries limit email usage.

Francesca De Grandis is a dynamic and motivating author, poet, editor, and speaker. Along with poetry, she writes humor, spirituality, fiction, and self-help. Her second book, "Be A Goddess," (HarperSanFrancisco) is now in its 13th printing and a classic in its genre. (And yes, she is quite happy with the advance she received.) Her writing has appeared in widely diverse magazines ranging from Sequoia, the Stanford literary journal; to Green Egg, a journal of the awakening earth. Francesca has been featured in The New York Times, USA Today, and on NPR, and served as a frequent guest and host on KGO. She has lectured throughout the USA and UK since 1975. An acclaimed wordsmith, her work has shaped the liturgy and culture of the Goddess Spirituality movement. She also has been cited in *How To Write a Book Proposal* and *Guerilla Marketing For Writers* for her publishing savvy. She is program chair for Northern California American Society of Journalists and Authors. Her lyrical album of original songs, *Pick The Apple From The Tree,* was a top ten in New Age Voice.

*Francesca De Grandis is a writer's best friend. Her edit of my manuscript was the best writing lesson I've ever had, and, because of her guidance, my project was then picked up by a top literary agent.* --Phoebe Wray

"Francesca De Grandis has a keen sense of what marketing is. She understands that good publicity and exposure doesn't just happen, you have to work at it. Nobody works harder than Francesca! Energy, persistence and optimism --- and a bit of magic. That's Francesca." -- Margery Buchanan, Marketing Director, Harper San Francisco

*I wrote a Holy Book called "The Book Of Nub"*I owe much thanks to Francesca *who*edited the piece extensively. Wee! I'm finally published!* --Scott

* Francesca De Grandis has a gift for understanding how to market and promote *and she will teach you how to be a pro at being proactive. Her savvy about grassroots marketing is extraordinary--and she's wonderfully entertaining as well!* --Mark Chimsky, Editorial Consultant, Mark Chimsky Editorial Plus, and former Editorial Director, HarperSanFrancisco

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#122: Rip Van Winkle (keta) Wed 1 May 02 10:32

Wed, 01 May 2002 10:32:00 PDT

This is information on a course Francesca is going to conduct by telephone beginning May 8th. IF you are interested, please call her at (415) 750-1205 to reserve your space.

HOLY SWEATY JOY: a Tele-seminar on ECSTATIC SPIRITUALITY and SACRED SEXUALITY All you need is your telephone to enjoy this shamanic telephone seminar.

Learn shamanic rituals and teachings that will help you: * discover, and revel in, your own unique, bewitching sexuality * create passion, confidence and joy in all your activities * learn your innate power and truths through your body's wisdom * celebrate your inner God(dess)! * unite with all of life, as a loving, wondrous cosmos embraces you * heal through celebration, love your body, and find the healthy, sacred sensuality that exists past our fears and self-defeating beliefs * practice ecstasy as a disciplined spiritual path, according to the teachings of the Celtic shaman and the Faerie Folk. Learn their mysteries, rituals, spells and meditations.

Francesca creates a virtual-temple with a gentle opening ritual and wholesome environment. With long experience as a spiritual guide, she builds a sacred grove where we can learn, celebrate and heal our spirits. Francesca trained to be a tele-seminar leader; this helps her facilitate meaningful dialogues.

All are welcome! Whether you simply want more joy or need in-depth healing, -- or both -- you enjoy a safe, ethical, relaxed and fun space. Francesca LIMITS ENROLLMENT TO TEN SEEKERS: instead of impersonal, glib teachings, she offers you relevant ideas and practical tools, and, if you desire, directly address your personal issues. This tele-class is right for *your* unique goals, challenges, and dreams.

CLASS MEETS ON CONSECUTIVE WEDNESDAYS FROM 6 PM (California time, 9 PM New York time) TO 6:55 PM STARTING WEDS MAY 8TH. THE EXCEPTION IS JUNE 5TH, WHEN WE WILL SKIP CLASS. RESERVE WEDS JULY 3RD, 6 PM, for a makeup class in case Francesca is unavailable for one of the planned sessions.

After our first meeting, you'll receive free class handouts through postal mail!

TOTAL COST for the seven weeks is $240 plus long distance charges to Las Vegas (the area code for the event's "tele-bridge".) Just call long distance then pay the charges on your phone bill. Long distance rates for a 55 minute class can be $6.00.

SAVE $75 IF YOU REGISTER EARLY. TO REGISTER: * send check or money order for $240 * or mail payment of $165 by April 14th Also enclose: * e-mail address, home address and phone number * the title of the desired event: HOLY SWEATY JOY to Francesca De Grandis POB 210307 SF CA 94121

Upon receipt of payment, your place is reserved, and tele-bridge phone number, etc is mailed to you. Scholarship and work trade available. Refunds unavailable. The Third Road reserves the right to terminate anyone's involvement in an event at any time; in which case, refund will be prorated according to time attended, minus $30 for registration.

GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT TELE-SEMINARS: Holy Sweaty Joy is an entry level course, multi-leveled to accommodate any degree of experience and education. A complete training of itself, it is also part of the Third Road's two-year Stellar Rose training, and is a prerequisite for advanced Stellar Rose lessons. The Stellar Rose is one of three branches of the Third Road, each with its own distinct powers and initiation. Francesca says, "I so believe in tele-seminars as a valid means of transmitting shamanism that the Stellar Rose material is available only by tele-seminar, even to my local students."

"...Francesca is such a warm, loving, and giving person... After experiencing the energy in two of these tele-seminars, I know that she has a keen sense of what will work and what won't. She has a true gift of reading the environment and of pulling together a very diverse collection of people into a cohesive, supportive, loving, and productive group... Very quickly, during a tele-seminar, you stop thinking of yourself as being in a phone conference and are drawn into the warmth, magic, and joy..." --Kathi Somers

"...I felt the need to reach out to a community of others walking this path. The tele-seminar was a perfect solution. I've learned so much ... from the elder wisdom and personal attention that Francesca offers. I am grateful for her guidance and integrity." --Liz Cherniak, Calgary, Canada

Copyright, 2001, F. De Grandis. Duplication of this without written permission is illegal. The Third Road* is a registered service mark owned by F. De Grandis. [Read entire topic]

#121: Rip Van Winkle (keta) Wed 1 May 02 10:27

Wed, 01 May 2002 10:27:00 PDT

I just spoke to Francesca again. Phone calls are definitely better. If she is too tired to talk, she just won't answer the phone.

Also, she will be beginning a "teleseminar" next week, and there are still a couple of spaces available. Information posted below. [Read entire topic]

#120: Rip Van Winkle (keta) Mon 29 Apr 02 09:55

Mon, 29 Apr 2002 09:55:00 PDT

e-mail sent. I'm not at all sure myself, but I will be calling her again myself today or tomorrow, and will post more information here. [Read entire topic]

#119: Linda Castellani (castle) Fri 26 Apr 02 16:21

Fri, 26 Apr 2002 16:21:00 PDT

What kind of help, keta? If you are in touch with her, please tell her I said I'm really sorry to hear about this, and I'd call or send e-mail but both sound equally uncomfortable for her. [Read entire topic]

#118: Bob 'rab' Bickford (rab) Fri 26 Apr 02 12:47

Fri, 26 Apr 2002 12:47:00 PDT

Well, those who know her *and* are within five hundred miles of her.

{grin} [Read entire topic]

#117: Rip Van Winkle (keta) Fri 26 Apr 02 09:27

Fri, 26 Apr 2002 09:27:00 PDT

For those who know her personally, I think she could also really use some help with the coordination of her physical assistance. [Read entire topic]

#116: Linda Castellani (castle) Fri 26 Apr 02 00:59

Fri, 26 Apr 2002 00:59:00 PDT

Major beamage to Francesca. [Read entire topic]

#115: Bob 'rab' Bickford (rab) Thu 25 Apr 02 17:51

Thu, 25 Apr 2002 17:51:00 PDT

She's had on-and-off back trouble for as long as I've known her (coming up on six years, I think), but so far as I know never this bad. Healing thoughts to you, Francesca, and money when I have it to send!!! [Read entire topic]

#114: Cynthia Dyer-Bennet (cdb) Thu 25 Apr 02 15:26

Thu, 25 Apr 2002 15:26:00 PDT

Oh, what sad news about Francesca! [Read entire topic]