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The Story of Rose...

Hi Friends!
I received an email a few days ago with this story about ROSE...I was so touched by it, so I wanted to pass it along.
I feel that this story somehow relates to how I am feeling about the center and what WE created as a community together.
For the past 17 years or so, it was  a dream of mine to have a healing center, you helped me manifest my dream. I Thank you for that!!!!

This is a great story either way. I hope you enjoy it!
All my love, Heather
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The Story of Rose


The first day of school our professor introduced himself and challenged us to get to know someone we didn't already know. I stood up to look around when a gentle hand touched my shoulder.

I turned around to find a wrinkled, little old lady beaming up at me with a smile that lit up her entire being..

She said, 'Hi handsome. My name is Rose. I'm eighty-seven years old. Can I give you a hug?'

I laughed and enthusiastically responded, 'Of course you may!' and she gave me a giant squeeze..

'Why are you in college at such a young, innocent age?' I asked.

She jokingly replied, 'I'm here to meet a rich husband, get married, and have a couple of kids...'

'No seriously,' I asked. I was curious what may have motivated her to be taking on this challenge at her age.

'I always dreamed of having a college education and now I'm getting one!' she told me.


After class we walked to the student union building and shared a chocolate milkshake. We became instant friends. Every day for the next three months we would leave class together and talk nonstop. I was always mesmerized listening to this 'time machine' as she shared her wisdom and experience with me..

Over the course of the year, Rose became a campus icon and she easily made friends wherever she went. She loved to dress up and she reveled in the attention bestowed upon her from the other students. She was living it up.

At the end of the semester we invited Rose to speak at our football banquet. I'll never forget what she taught us. She was introduced and stepped up to the podium. As she began to deliver her prepared speech, she dropped her three by five cards on the floor.

Frustrated and a little embarrassed she leaned into the microphone and simply said, 'I'm sorry I'm so jittery. I gave up beer for Lent and this whiskey is killing me! I'll never get my speech back in order so let me just tell you what I know.'

As we laughed she cleared her throat and began,

' We do not stop playing because we are old; we grow old because we stop playing.

There are only four secrets to staying young, being happy, and achieving success.

You have to laugh and find humor every day.

You've got to have a dream. When you lose your dreams, you die.

We have so many people walking around who are dead and don't even know it!

There is a huge difference between growing older and growing up.

If you are nineteen years old and lie in bed for one full year and don't do one productive thing, you will turn twenty years old. If I am eighty-seven years old and stay in bed for a year and never do anything I will turn eighty-eight.

Anybody! Can grow older. That doesn't take any talent or ability. The idea is to grow up by always finding opportunity in change. Have no regrets.

The elderly usually don't have regrets for what we did, but rather for things we did not do.

The only people who fear death are those with regrets..'

She concluded her speech by courageously singing 'The Rose.'

She challenged each of us to study the lyrics and live them out in our daily lives.

At the year's end Rose finished the college degree she had begun all those months ago.

One week after graduation Rose died peacefully in her sleep.

Over two thousand college students attended her funeral in tribute to the wonderful woman who taught by example that it's never too late to be all you can possibly be.

When you finish reading this, please send this peaceful word of advice to your friends and family, they'll really enjoy it!


These words have been passed along in loving memory of ROSE.

REMEMBER, GROWING OLDER IS MANDATORY.

GROWING UP IS OPTIONAL.

We make a Living by what we get. We make a Life by what we give. (I love this one!! ~HH)

God promises a safe landing, not a calm passage.

If God brings you to it, He will bring you through it.

Good friends are like stars..... .....You don't always see them, but you know they are always there.'
(This line goes out to all my friends who supported my dream, you know who you are, you are certianly one of my stars! ~HH)

Closed on Sunday July 4th - Open on Monday

Hello Friends,
   Just a note to inform you that we will be closed for business on July 4th and there will not be a Sunday Yoga class.  We will be open on Monday July 5th and will have our regularly scheduled classes.  Thanks and have a safe and Happy Independance Day!

~Renaissance Healing Center

Renaissance Healing Center Jacksonville Beach: Renaissance Healing Center Prepares to Close

Renaissance Healing Center Jacksonville Beach: Renaissance Healing Center Prepares to Close

Renaissance Healing Center Prepares to Close

After two years of providing a nurturing healing center for the Jacksonville Beach community, Renaissance Healing Center will close it's doors on July 30^th. The decision was made by the partners who feel it is time to pursue new, individual interests.

Sherry Wolfson, Yoga Instructor at Renaissance wrote a little something about her experience being part of the center.

"I first entered the center as a yoga student. I immediately  felt that I had entered a sacred space. The yoga studio was small, but cozy and nurturing. All the practitioners which included yoga teachers, massage therapists, an aesthetician and an acupuncturist were warm, friendly, and caring. I was fortunate to become part of the team when I began teaching yoga at the center. Having been hesitant to teach in the past, I will always remember Heather Hixon, part owner, telling me that teaching yoga wasn't about me. It was about opening my heart and sharing the gift of yoga with others. This is exactly what students and clients received at RHC - a gift to practice yoga, enjoy a massage or a facial, or acupuncture treatment in a warm, caring environment provided by compassionate practitioners who are “top notch” in their field.. 

We will all miss Renaissance Healing Center, but we will always cherish the gifts that we received." 

- Sherry Wolfson

    We, the Renaissance Healing Center "Family" would like to thank all of you for your kind words and support during this time of transition. We are grateful for every one of you!    

~Namaste' (The Divine Light in me, honors and blesses the Divine Light in you)

Here is the contact information for the practitioners and instructors at Renaissance Healing Center so you may get in touch with them after July 30, 2010.  All gift certificates should be honored by the individual practitioners so please call them if you have any questions.

Chere Cain - Part Owner at RHC - Nu Skin Rep.  (904) 654-8090 

Heather Hixon - Part Owner RHC - Yoga Instructor/ Wellness Coach (904) 521-4845 

Helen May Whalen - Organic Skin Care and Eyelash Extension Expert (904) 451-6620 

Joy Esler- Acupuncture, Medical QiGong & Yoga Instructor (904) 616-4934

Lacy Norman - Pilates Instructor and Bellydance Teacher (904) 246-4970

Lauren Amerson - Licensed Massage Therapist and Yoga Instructor (352) 359-2787

Marci Cervone - Yoga Instructor (904) 662-5570

Sherry Wolfson - Yoga Instructor (301) 802-0182

Laura Lane - Yoga Instructor (904) 305-6400

See Ya'll Around The Beaches!!!

Enjoy the Beautiful Energy of a Oneness Blessing

Oneness … Awaken to the Joy Within

 Come join us to awaken the joy within through Oneness. The event will begin with an introduction to Oneness followed by a guided meditation with focus on breath work and chakras (energy centers) within the body. You will then receive the Oneness Blessing from multiple Blessing Givers. The Blessing is transferred as the Blessing Givers place their hands on your head for approximately 1-2 minutes. There will be time for integration after the experience.

What is Oneness Blessing/Deeksha?

A Oneness Blessing is an act of energy transfer by touch or by the power of intent. It results in a growth in consciousness by creating a shift in the perception and experience of life. It is a non-denominational experience that awakens our connection with the oneness in everything, allowing each of us to deepen our relationship with those we love, with ourselves and with all that is.

Date:   Tuesday, June 22

Time:  6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Location:  Southpoint Acupuncture Center

4059 Salisbury Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32216

More information: 904-610-1532

 Facilitators: Patrick Wise (Oneness Trainer)

 Donations:  Love offering exchanged.

 All are welcome.

Renaissance June Events!

Our upcoming events

YogAcu Workshop with Joy Esler

In honor of the Summer Solstice, Joy Esler with Lotus Center of Healing, LLC is offering a 2 hours YogAcu Workshop on Saturday, June 19 at Renaissance Healing Center, 228 3rd Avenue North, Jacksonville Beach from 1pm to 3pm.  The 2 hours class includes yoga postures, breathing exercise, and relaxation techniques to clear, strengthen, and balance the fire energy, element, and meridians in the body in preparation for the summer season.  Specifically, the workshop begins with a discussion of the fire element and summer season followed by specific yoga poses and breathing techniques to bring in the fire aspects of compassion, peace, and joy.  The class ends with an extended relaxation with the option of ear acupuncture needles in the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association (NADA) protocol points.  The NADA protocol is used worldwide to reduce anxiety and stress, and improve sleep.  The cost of the workshop is $45; pre-registration is required.  For more information or to register for the YogAcu Workshop, see the attached flyer and call Joy with Lotus Center of Healing, LLC at 904.616.4934.

 

 

2 Year Anniversary Renaissance Fair 

Join us on June 26th from 6:30pm-9 in Celebration of our 2 Year anniversary as Renaissance Healing Center! 

We will have food, drinks, music, belly dancing, kids games, pie throwing, and many more fun activities!  Hang out with us under the palm trees as the sun goes down in Jax Beach!  

   

Meet the Author of Passport to Yourself!!

Sunday, June 6th 3:30-4:30pm

Please join us for a Book Signing and Talk with Tommy Thompson featuring his new book:  Passport to Yourself

 

During this free seminar, Thompson will make this groundbreaking book come alive!  Join us and experience a relaxing, entertaining journey to yourself.  Copies of the book will be available for purchase. Please call (904) 249-0200 to RSVP for this event.

"Thomas Neil Thompson takes concepts from ancient wisdom, modern science, metaphysics & spirituality and translates them into a fun-to-read book that reaches people who might not respond to traditional teaching."


This seminar will be followed by our regular Sunday Yoga for Charity at 5pm for a minimum donation of $8 or use your multi-class pass, all proceeds go to the charity of the month. This Sunday class will be taught by Lacy, certified Pilates instructor, and it will be a blend of Yoga & Pilates, a wonderful way to wrap up the weekend!
See You There!
Renaissance Healing Center (904) 249-0200
228 3rd Ave North
Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250

Memorial Day schedule!

Hello! Seeing as how so many places are closed for Memorial Day, we'd like to let you know that WE WILL BE OPEN FOR BUSINESS AS USUAL on Monday, May 31st!
Drop in for a yoga class on your day off! Yoga schedule will be as follows:
*10am Gentle Yoga stretch with Sherry!
*12noon lunch yoga with Lauren!
*5pm Prenatal Yoga with Joy is CANCELED on Memorial DAy
*6:30pm Kripalu Flow Yoga with Lauren!

Lauren has massage appointment openings:
Monday 5/31 at 1pm, 3pm & 4:45pm
Call her to book your massage or aromatherapy consultation! 352-359-2787

Thank you everyone for your continued support and presence at our Healing Center, we love seeing you!

Our May 2010 Teacher Spotlight is Sherry Wolfson!

Get to know our May 2010 Spotlight Teacher: 

Sherry Wolfson!

     After raising four beautiful children and teaching Special Education and Preschool students for 30 years, I knew it was time for change. I yearned to tap into the spiritual and creative side of myself. I had been practicing yoga for 15 years and had found that it had profound effects. I have moderate scoliosis, and yoga helped me to be flexible, and pain free. I also found practicing yoga helped me to be calmer and more at peace with myself.

     I decided to become a yoga teacher to share the gifts that I had received. I traveled to Massachusetts where I received my Kripalu Yoga teaching certificate in 2005. In 2007 I relocated to Jacksonville, Florida where I took a teacher’s coaching class with Heather Hixon. I now enjoy teaching gentle yoga and sharing the gifts I have received with others.

     My classes stress the  connection of mind, body and spirit. We focus on a theme each month, such as compassion, awareness, balance, etc. Though my classes our gentle and appropriate for all levels they provide poses that will strengthen the body as well as enable it to become more flexible. I consider myself a “people person' and pride myself with offering classes that are relaxed, nurturing and geared to individual needs.

     I am also a Soulcollage® facilitator. I am available to lead Soulcollage classes in the privacy of your home for groups of four or more. Renaissance Healing Center also offers spa packages which include Soulcollage®.

Try out a yoga class with Sherry:

Mondays at 10am- Gentle Yoga Stretch

Thursdays at 6pm- Intro to Yoga 

For more info about Sherry or any of our classes at Renaissance Healing Center, call us at  904-249-0200 

Namaste!

Join Us this weekend at Healthy and Fit Group

• Are you interested in becoming healthier and more fit?
• Do you have a few pounds to lose?
• Do you have more than a few pounds to lose?
• Not sure what to eat, how much to eat and how often?
• Is your current diet not working for you?

Join us at our Healthy and Fit Support Group!

• New members are always welcome.
• No matter what size, age, backround, or level of fitness...you are welcome to come check it out.
• Your 1st group is FREE!

Our next meeting is this Saturday, May 15th at 11:30am

Renaissance Healing Center (behind Rita's Italian Ice)
228 3rd Ave. N.
Jacksonville Beach
(904) 249-0200

About us:

• We get together once a month to support and inspire one another.
• The group is hosted by Heather Hixon,(Wellness Coach)  Lacy Norman (Pilates and Bellydance Instructor) and Deanna Zeek (Personal Trainer and Nutrition Consultant).
• Here is our blogsite for more info. http://www.rhchealthyandfit.blogspot.com/

We hope to see you!
Warmly,
Heather, Lacy and Deanna

What is Eating Clean? - The Eat-Clean Diet

What is Eating Clean? - The Eat-Clean Diet

Anti-Aging Skin Care 101, Mother's Day Concert & Gift Certificate Sale!

   In honor of Mother's Day, join us Saturday, May 8th for a full day of activities! We'll start off the day with our regular Sunrise yoga class with Lauren at 7am & Kripalu Yoga Class with Laura at 10am.
From 3-4pm get expert instruction from Lauren Thayer on how to professionally apply make-up as well as information on anti-aging skin care. For a great Mother's Day gift idea: Bring your mom or daughter to attend the class with you!
At 5pm we will be having a Mother's Day Concert & Gift Certificate Sale, with LIVE MUSIC & Spa gift certificates on sale for services including: Massage, Facials, Acupuncture, Eye-Lash Extensions, Yoga Classes, Pilates Classes, Belly Dance Classes, Aromatherapy Consultations & homemade spa products! Combined or multiple service packages will be available at a discount!
Our Gift certificates & homemade Aromatherapy Products make wonderful gifts!
This evening we would also like to spotlight out newest addition to Renaissance Healing Center, Lauren Thayer, Licensed Esthetician & make-up artist.  Lauren T. utilizes the newest technology in non-invasive, effective skin care, such as LED light therapy & ultrasonics as well as many traditional skin care techniques & high quality products.

Please take this opportunity to get to know our healing center practitioners & teachers, learn about our upcoming specials, workshops & events!

We would also like to welcome our newest addition to the yoga teachers here at Renaissance Healing Center, Regina Kaufman, certified Kripalu Yoga Instructor! She will be offering a Gentle Kripalu Flow yoga class Thursdays from 10am-11:10, great for beginners, those with limitations or anyone who appreciates a gentle yoga practice!

We would love for you to celebrate Mother's Day by joining us for these wonderful events on Saturday May 8th!  Please call (904) 249-0200 to RSVP for the classes or if you have any questions.

Thanks and Happy Mother's Day!

Renaissance Healing Center

Free Earth Day Celebration this Saturday!

Please join us for a special Green Earth Fair this Saturday April 24th from Noon to 4pm.  Many of our local Beaches Holistic Practitioners and Green Businesses will have booths set up on our beautiful front lawn with information on the services they provide, as well as some giveaways and special discounts.  We will have healthy snacks from Turtle Island Natural Foods and live music by Jake McCain to start the day off, followed by a Drum Circle performance by Heart2Heart Circles and Bellydancing by Lacy Alexandra!  Inside the Center you will find demos, presentations, and free consultations by our Renaissance Practitioners and Friends, including:

• Aromatherapy Consultations by Heather Hixon and Lauren Amerson
• Mini Acupuncture Treatments by Joy Esler
• Nu Skin Anti-Aging Demos by Chere Cain
• Chair Massage by Lauren Amerson
• Recycling Tips by Helen May
• Eco-Energy Improvements for Your Home or Business by Bill Ezell
• Mini Heart-Centered Writing Circle by Sharon Elliott
• Skin Care Consultations and Facial Waxing by Lauren Thayer

We will also have activities for the kids and lots of giveaways, so be sure to stick around for the Raffle Prize Drawings between 3:30 and 4pm.   Come out early for 2 Free Yoga classes to begin your Saturday, choose from Sunrise Yoga with Lauren and Kripalu Yoga with Heather.  Renaissance Healing Center will also be offering Free classes on Earth Day Thursday and Friday, please see the schedule below.
These classes will be free of charge only during the week of Earth Day:
Earth Day Thursday April 22 - Healthy & Fit Pilates Class Noon-12:45pm
                                                Intro to Yoga 6-7:10pm
Friday April 23 - Bellydance Workout 5-6pm followed by the free Aromatherapy Party
Saturday April 24 - Sunrise Yoga with Lauren from 7-8:10am
                               Kripalu Yoga with Heather from 10-11:10am followed by free Green Earth Fair 

We look forward to seeing you and celebrating our wonderful Mother Earth together!
Peace and Health to all,
Renaissance Healing Center
(904) 249-0200

Our Healthy & Fit Support Group meets this Saturday!

Our Group’s Mission Statement: To create a space where we support one another, without judgment. We believe that together we can encourage one another to reach our healthy & fit goals. We honor our body, mind & spirit by living a healthy lifestyle.

Join us Sat. April 17th for the next Healthy & Fit Group Meeting

    In 2010, we are returning our focus to our health and well-being and encouraging our students, clients, and friends do the same.  To put this focus into action, we decided to re-launch the wonderful Healthy and Fit support group that began in October of 2008.  This group is about support, setting goals, and inspiration!  We will have our next meeting on April 17th at 11:30am.  This time we will meet at Renaissance Healing Center 228 3rd Ave North Jax Beach.   Please join us and learn all about nutrition, exercise, and the healthy habits you can incorporate to live a healthier, happier, and longer life!!  I guarantee you'll feel motivated to get moving after feeling the support and energy of the group!  This session will include a one hour Strength Training and Pilates/Yoga workout.  Also, everyone can get signed up for the 6 month or 3 month plan to a Healthy and Fit Lifestyle.  
   You can get started right now by joining our Healthy and Fit Jacksonville Online Community, just visit www.healthyfitjax.ning.com and sign up!  Please also visit our website for more information  www.rhchealthyandfit.blogspot.com

Our 5th Meeting is May 8th, 11:30am-1:30pm  We will be meeting at Focus Fitness 2400 South 3rd St.  Suite 301 Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250 904-339-0323

We look forward to seeing you this Saturday the 17th!  If you have any questions or would like to RSVP, please call us at Renaissance Healing Center (904) 249-0200 leave a message and we will return your call promptly.
Namaste'

Heather Hixon (904) 521-4845,  Lacy Norman (904) 246-4970, & Deanna Zeek (904) 540-2526

Wonderful Workshops this weekend!

Please join us this Saturday and Sunday for 2 amazing workshops!  We'll get creative and put pen to paper with Sharon's guidance on Saturday and then learn safety tips and practical self-defense techniques from Master Martial Arts instructor Joel Timmons on Sunday. Don't miss these classes, stop by the center and sign up today!

Saturday April 10th 2-4:30pm Creative Heart Writing Circle with Sharon Elliott
As the warmth of Spring approaches, take time to tend you own inner garden. Guiding with poetic license, we explore the landscape of the soul, through nature, poetry and creating sacred space. $25 Please RSVP to Sharon@sharonelliott.com or call Lacy (904) 249-0200 at Renaissance Healing Center.

Sunday April 11th 2-4:30pm Practical Self Defense with Joel Timmons
An introduction to practical and effective martial strategies and techniques for the average person. The methods in this course do not rely on physical size or brute strength to be effective. Learn to use an attacker's weight, size and momentum against them. Training includes: psychology of attacker and victim, defensive strategies, basic training and techniques. Please call (904) 249-0200 to Register $35

**Save the Date** April 24th is our Earth Day Green Fair
Please plan on joining us in celebrating Earth and our green/holistic local businesses. There will be lots of great information on Going Green as well as demos, giveaways, music and fun for all!

Learn to Belly Dance with Veils on April 3rd from 3-5pm

What should I bring?

If you have any Bellydance "gear" i.e. a coin belt, hip scarf, or a veil, you are welcome to bring it. Also, if you prefer to dance in soft soled shoes rather than barefeet, please wear them but it is not required. Dancing with a veil is all about the arms, so please don't wear any restrictive tops, you will need full range of motion of your shoulders and arms. --a sports bra w/a tank top or tshirt is just fine. As for bottoms, yoga pants or a long flowing "gypsy" skirt is a good choice, because it will spin beautifully and compliment your veil :) It is a workout so be comfortable and be prepared to sweat a little. I am so looking forward to dancing with you all!  Stick around after the workshop for a Performance and Birthday celebration!

Practitioner Spotlight- Lauren Thayer

Help us welcome our newest addition to the Renaissance Healing Center staff, Licensed Aesthetician, Lauren Thayer!  Now offering customized organic facials Tuesdays, Thursdays & various Saturdays. 

For the months of March and April get $10 off a Classic Facial with Lauren.

Lauren Thayer graduated from the Heritage Institute with an Occupational Associates Degree in Aesthetics. Lauren was first introduced to skin care when she joined the Arbonne family back in 2007. Being apart of one of the best skin care companies in the world, she learned the importance of healthy skin. Through continued education and an investment in specialized equipment, she is able to provide a wide range of services. Once the client’s goals are determined, treatments are scheduled for a relaxing yet extremely effective procedure or series of procedures. Call 904-241-6020 to schedule an appointment with this highly skilled Aesthetician.

Price List:
Signature Facial (70 minutes)=$75
Classic Facial (60 minutes)=$60
Acne Facial (70 minutes)=$75
Anti-Aging Facial (70 minutes)=$75

Other Services include Chemical Peels, Ultrasonic Facial and Waxing

Finding Inner Stillness Workshop

**Heart2Heart Women'sDrumCircle Begins at 6:30pm and is $10.00  Everyone is Welcome!**

Soul Collage® at Renaissance

February 27th 3-5:30pm Soul Collage Workshop Themed: “Compassion”
Sherry Wolfson, trained Soul Collage® facilitator and Yoga instructor will host this fun, creative workshop at Renaissance Healing Center. Please come early for a gentle Yoga class that begins at 2p. In this workshop, you will select and cut images from magazines or photos and arrange them into cards to begin creating your personal deck. Each card represents an aspect of self and in this class we will be focusing on creating your Compassion card. Cost: $25 Please visit www.soulintuition.com for more info and RSVP to Sherry at (904) 220-2954

What is Soul Collage?
SoulCollage® is a process through which you contact your intuition and create an incredible deck of cards which have deep personal meaning and will help you with life's questions. the cards are arranged in four suits each representing an aspect of self. The primary purpose of the cards is self exploration and acceptance. This is a creative process which anyone can do. All you need are images you can cut from magazines, old calendars, photos etc. You choose the images that speak to you, then move fragments of cut outs around, fitting them together in a surprising way and gluing them down on cards.  It is wonderful to have other people with whom to share the process. You can take your cards to a friend's house, to a therapy session or support group, to a spiritual community or to work with in your family.