The Lone Star

CoDA Courier

February 2015 Volume 11 Issue 1

CoDA Texas Officers: Chair-Gary G., Vice Chair-Cindi S., Treasurer-Martina V., Secretary-Kellie I. Texas Business The 2015 Spring Board Meeting will be Saturday, April 25th at the South Waco Library at 2737 S. 18th Street in Waco from 10-5. It is near the Baylor Campus. All CoDA members are welcome. Voting Entity Issues are discussed and voted on at this meeting. If you have any thoughts about issues you would like to see CoDA World address as a Voting Entity Issue (VEI), please come or send an email to [email protected] but if you want to make a case for an issue, attending is better!

CoDA Lone Star Courier If you would like to contribute a recovery-related article or have any CoDA events you would like published, please email Marilyn at [email protected] or call 281 782-8309. Also, if you would like to write a little something about your experience at Retreat, State Assembly or Campouts, feel free to email them to me. Mark Your Calendar – District, State and International Business CoDA CSG Birthday Party, Mar. 7, 2015 (7-9 PM) at Dunston’s Steak House, 8526 Harry Hines Blvd. in Dallas, Texas (RSVP to [email protected] by March 4) CoDA Texas Spring Retreat, March 20-22, 2015 at Camp Lone Star in LaGrange, Texas CoDA Texas Spring Board Meeting, April 25, 2015 at the South Waco Library in Waco, Texas CoDA International Convention, July 17-19, 2015 in Concord, California CoDA Texas Website The CoDA Texas website URL is www.codatexas.org. E-mail [email protected] to post information/events.

CoDA Texas E-Mail and Mailing Lists Anyone who wants to be added to or opt out of the Texas e-mail list may write to [email protected]. To correct or change an address for the postal mailings or opt out of the mailing, send an e-mail to [email protected] or a letter to Dan W., 813 Rock Creek, Irving, TX 76039. Anyone who is interested in posting events should email the board at [email protected].

The Lone Star CoDA Courier (electronic& mail) February, 2015 Page 1 CoDA Texas Events

Campout Committee If you like tent camping, please consider doing service work for CoDA Texas by joining the Campout Committee. The committee needs people who are willing to coordinate one campout as a healthy service work opportunity. If you are interested in organizing or attending a campout for next year, please contact: Marilyn B., 281 782-8309, [email protected]. Note that the Purtis Creek Campout has been cancelled.

SCHEDULED UPCOMING EVENTS, WORKSHOPS, AND GATHERINGS FOR CODA TEXAS CALENDARIO DE EVENTOS, CURSOS, Y CONGREGACIONES PARA CODA TEXAS

Month Event When Where Contact Mes Evento Cuando Donde Contacto Mar CSG Birthday March 7 Dunston’s Steak House, Dallas [email protected] Mar Campout March 6-8 Purtis Creek State Park Cancelled Mar Retreat March 20-22 Camp Lone Star, LaGrange Cindi S. 972 977- 4550 Apr Board Mtg. April 25 S. Waco Library, Waco Gary G. 713 385- 5390 May Campout May 15-17 KOA/Onalaska Marilyn B.281 782-8309 June Campout June 5-7 Atlanta State Park TBD Sept Campout Sept 18-20 Krause Springs TBD

Texas 7th Tradition Donations

According to the 12 Traditions, CoDA is self-supporting through its own contributions. Seventh Tradition donations help CoDA Texas send Delegates to CoDA Service Conference, provides seed money for the annual retreat, pays for the CoDA Texas web site, state PO Box, provides seed money for State Assembly, and pays for postage to mail these newsletters! Suggested donations above prudent reserves are 60% to the city community, 30% to CoDA Texas, and 10% to CoDA World. Send Texas donations to: CoDA Texas, P.O. Box 300511, Austin, TX 78703-0009. Please provide the meeting number with your donation. Editor’s Note: We had a banner year in donations last year, can we do it again? THANK YOU to all CoDA Meetings and Individuals Gracias a todos las reunions CoDA y los for the 7th Tradition contributions to CoDA Texas individuos por sus contribuciones de la 7ª tradución. From the CoDA Texas Treasurer, Martina V. De la Tesorera CoDA, Martina V.

TX481 – Men’s Frisco Group $10.00 TX046 – Living The Steps $75.00 Total Contributions $85.00 Since last Publication

Total 2014 Contributions as of 12/10/14 $2363.50 Total 2013 Contributions as of 12/31/13 $1483.20 Total 2012 Contributions as of 11/20/12 $1229.95 Total 2011 Contributions as of 12/31/11 $1575.37

Total 2015 Contributions as of 2/20/2015 $85.00 The Lone Star CoDA Courier (electronic& mail) February, 2015 Page 2 CoDA Texas Retreat News

PLEASE NOTE CORRECTED MAILING ADDRESS! Send your early registration (by March 1) to P. O. Box 300511, Austin, TX 78703- 0009

We have exciting news this year for the Spring retreat. For the first time ever, we plan to have the retreat in both English and Spanish. In addition to all the great workshops offered in English, this year we have invited a special guest speaker, Salvador V. Salvador is a world renowned speaker from AA and Al Anon and we are thrilled to have him joining us. He will speak on a variety of topics. We have a great line up of English speakers also. (See flyer for more details.) We hope you will join us for this phenomenal weekend. Spaces are limited, so sign up now!

2015 CoDA TEXAS RETREAT CAMP LONE STAR @ LA GRANGE, TX March 20-22, 2015 ______“Healthy and Loving Relationships”

Retreats are a time to get away from your normal life, relax, reflect, and work on your recovery while experiencing the fellowship of beautiful, loving, and accepting people in a relaxing environment. NEW! This retreat we have a special international guest speaker, Salvador V. He is world renowned for sharing his Experience, Strength & Hope in the AA and Al Anon Community. Let’s join the Spanish speaking CoDA community in welcoming him to Texas CoDA! PASS THE WORD TO ANY OTHER SPANISH GROUPS.

Serene camp-like setting (scenic lake, canoes, gazebo, walking trails). Facilities reserved and limited to maximum of 60 people . To ensure space, please register early! Pillows, blankets, towels, and linens are provided. 4 to 6 people per room; each room has a private bath. Hot meals provided: 3 meals on Saturday and 2 meals on Sunday. NOTE: Ample food provided, however, any Special Dietary Needs will be the individual’s responsibility. Refrigerated storage will be available in the camp’s kitchen for your use.

Registration and Cost: Early Registration at “Discounted Price” (All Payments by Check or Money Order Only) $140 OR DEPOSIT MUST BE POSTMARKED BY March 1, 2015. Additional donations will be used for Scholarships, please specify amount of donation on check. NOTE: A $70 non-refundable deposit will reserve a spot if postmarked by March 1, 2015. with the $70 balance due at the Retreat. Early registration also gets you 2 free raffle tickets. All Other Payments postmarked after March 1, 2015: $150 (Payments by Check or Money Order Only)

The Lone Star CoDA Courier (electronic& mail) February, 2015 Page 3 Cash or check accepted at the door – Please contact either Cindi S. or Yara R. for availability! An information packet will be mailed or emailed to you after receipt of payment in full or deposit. For more information: Cindi S. [email protected] or para Espanol: Yara R. 214-493-6491 (via text or phone) ------

Make Check Payable To: “CoDA Texas” (Include this Registration Form - Please Print) Mail To: CoDA Spring Retreat P. O. Box 300511 Austin, TX 78703-0009 ____ $70 enclosed, plus $ ___.00 Additional for Scholarships NAME: ______

ADDRESS: ______

CITY: ______STATE:______ZIP: ______

PHONE (H): ______Other Phone #: ______E-MAIL______

1. 2015 CoDA Retreat Schedule 2. “Healthy and Loving Relationships” 3. THIS RETREAT WE HAVE A SPECIAL INTERNATIONAL GUEST SPEAKER, SALVADOR V. HE IS WORLD RENOWNED FOR SHARING HIS EXPERIENCE, STRENGTH, AND HOPE IN THE AA AND AL ANON COMMUNITY. LET’S JOIN THE SPANISH SPEAKING CODA COMMUNITY IN WELCOMING HIM TO TEXAS CODA AND OUR ANNUAL RETREAT!! Friday night: 5:30 - 7:00 Registration, Name Tags, Picture Taking, All ---Raffle Auction Starts! Buy tickets!! 7:00 - 8:00 Welcome, Introduce Staff/Committee, Guidelines All Get acquainted circle/Ice Breakers Open with Prayer, Steps, Traditions & Promises

8:15 - ?? Create mailboxes, fellowship, karaoke (optional) & snacks All

8:15 – 9:15 Optional CoDA Meeting Need Facilitator

9:15 – 10:15 Optional CoDA Meeting Need Facilitator

The Lone Star CoDA Courier (electronic& mail) February, 2015 Page 4 Saturday: A.M

7:00 - 8:00 Nature walk Johnny R.

8:00 – 8:30 Breakfast in Dining Hall

8:30 – 9:00 Raffle .

9:00 - 10:30 Workshop: Boundaries Tina P. Workshop en Espanol: Boundaries Salvador V.

10:30 - 10:45 BREAK

10:45 - 12:00 Codependency and Your Body Ken S. Workshop en Espanol: Breaking the Chains of CodependencySalvador V.

Saturday: P. M.

Noon - 1:00 Lunch & Free time (lunch served in Dining Hall 12:00-12:30 pm)

1:15 - 2:30 Workshop: GodBox Denny H. Workshop en Espanol: Step 11 TBD

2:30 - 2:45 BREAK

2:45 – 4:15 Workshop: Forgiveness Johnny R. Workshop en Espanol: Forgiveness Salvador V.

4:15 - 4:30 BREAK

4:30 – 5:00 Raffle

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Saturday, continued

5:00 - 5:30 Free time

5:30 - 6:30 Dinner & free time (dinner served in Dining Hall 5:30-6:00 pm)

6:45 – 8:15 Speaker Meeting Salvador V.

8:15 Break

8:30 – 9:30 Option I: Camp Fire (roast marshmallows, music or sharing) Cara W. Option II: Open Meeting Need Facilitator

Sunday: A.M.

7:30 Wake up Your Body! Grounding & Breathing Exercises (wear loose clothing) Ken S.

8:00 - 9:00 Breakfast (served in Dining Hall 8:00-8:30)

9:00 - 9:45 Letter Writing

9:45 BREAK

10:00 - 11:00 Affirmation Circle Affirmation Circle (en Espanol)

11:00 - NOON Final Sharing Meeting

Sunday: P.M.

The Lone Star CoDA Courier (electronic& mail) February, 2015 Page 6 Noon - 1:00 Lunch & free time (lunch served in Dining Hall 12:00-12:30)

1:00 - 1:30 Closing Ceremony -- Candle Lighting Ceremony

1:30 - 2:00 Pack up/leave – don’t forget your Mailbox envelopes!!

RETIRO 2015 CoDA TEXAS CAMP LONE STAR @ LA GRANGE, TX 20-22 de Marzo del 2015 ______“Relaciones Saludables Basadas en el Amor” Este retiro nos contaremos con la presencia y participacion especial de Salvador V. que nos va compartir su experiencia, fortaleza y esperanza adquirida en el programa de Al Anon, les invitamos a unirse a la celebracion y demos la bienvenida a CoDA en Español. Por favor de compartir esta informacion con otro grupos de 12 pasos en español.

Ambiente serento--estilo campamento (vista a un lago, canoas, gazebo y areas para caminar). El campamento tiene capacidad solo para maximo 60 personas Almohadas, cobijas, sabanas, y toallas son proporcionadas al llegar al Campamento Lone Star 4 a 6 personas por habitacion. Cada cuarto tiene su propio bano y regadera y camas individuales o literas. Comidas estilo cafeteria son servidas de esta manera: 3 comidas el sabado y el domingo 2. NOTA: Una amplia variedad de comida es servida, Sinembargo, si tiene necesidades especiales de Dieta o Alergias es su responsabilidad traer sus alimentos y hay un refrigadora disponible donde guardarnos.

Registro anticipado tiene Descuento Especial: (Pagos en Cheque O Money Order) $140 dolares o el deposito debera tener el sello postal con fecha de Marzo 1, del 2015.

The Lone Star CoDA Courier (electronic& mail) February, 2015 Page 7 NOTA: $70 non-reembolsable Garantiza el reservar un lugar solo si el deposito es hecho y marcado con el sello postal con fecha de Marzo 1 del 2015.

El balance de $ 70 dolares debera ser cubierto antes del dia del Retiro El registrarse anticipadadamente le otorga 2 boletos gratis para la Riffa que se llleva a cabo el dia sabado durante el retiro. Cualquier otro pago que se reciba despues de Marzo 1, 2015: sera $150 (Pagos por cheque o money order) Efectivo o cheque se acepta en la puerta al momento del registro en el Campamento Lone Star – Por favor llame o envie un correo electronico avisando que asistira Un paquete informativo le sera enviado despues de que se reciba su pago completo o su deposito Para informacion Adicional Contacte Cindi S. [email protected] (ingles) Yara R. (214)493-6491 (en espanol) ------Escriba el cheque a nombre de : “CoDA Texas” (Incluya esta forma de registro – letra clara por favor) Envie por correo a: CoDA Spring Retreat, P. O. Box 300511, Austin, TX 78703-0009 ____ $70.00 deposito $ _____.00 Additional para becas. Nombre: ______Direccion: ______..______Ciudad: ______Estado:______Codigo Postal: ______Telefono(casa):______Cell ______E- mail______

4. Retiro CoDA 2015 Programa y Horarios 5. “Relaciones Sanas y Basadas en el Amor” 6. En este retiro contaremos un invitado especial SALVADOR V. el compartira su historia y nos hablara de su recuperacion y de la Fortaleza y esperanza que ha encontrad, los grupos de la comunidad Anglo asi como CoDA Texas le dan la bienvenida .Ven y participa de esta celebracion por la recuperacion: Decimo Aniversario del inicio de CoDA en español Viernes por la tarde 5:30 - 7:00 Registro, Nombre Asignacion de habitaciones, fotografia, All ---Rifa ! Hay boletos de venta si los necesitan!! 7:00 - 8:00 Bienvenida, reglas del campamento / reglas de confidencialidad, All Dinamica para conocerse y romper el hielo Oracion de la serenidad lectura de pasos y tradiciones

8:15 - ?? Creacion de Buzones para cartas y notas,diversion, karaoke (opcional) All The Lone Star CoDA Courier (electronic& mail) February, 2015 Page 8 8:15 – 9:15 Opcional CoDA Meeting Voluntario para conducir

9:15 – 10:15 Opcional CoDA Meeting Voluntario para conducir . Sabado: A.M

7:00 - 8:00 Caminata en la naturaleza Johnny R.

8:00 – 8:30 Desayuno en el comedor

8:30 – 9:00 Rifa .

9:00 - 10:30 Workshop: Boundaries Tina P. Taller en Español: Limite Salvador V.

10:30 - 10:45 Receso

10:45 - 12:00 Codependency and Your Body Ken S. Taller en Español: Rompiendo las Cadenas de la Codependencia Salvador V.

Sabado: P. M.

12:00 - 1:00 Almuerzo y tiempo libre (almuerzo en el comedor de 12:00-12:30 pm)

1:15 - 2:30 Workshop: GodBox Denny H. Taller en Español Paso 11 TBD

2:30 - 2:45 Receso

The Lone Star CoDA Courier (electronic& mail) February, 2015 Page 9 2:45 – 4:15 Workshop: Forgiveness Johnny R. Taller en Español: Perdon Salvador V.

4:15 - 4:30 Receso

4:30 – 5:00 Rifa

5:00 - 5:30 Tiempo Libre

5:30 - 6:30 Cena y Tiempo libre (Cena en el comedor se sirve de 5:30-6:00 pm)

6:45 – 8:15 Testimonio Salvador V.

8:15 Receso

8:30 – 9:30 Opcion I: Fogata (bombones, musica compartir en recuperacion) Cara W. Opcion II: Junta Abierta Voluntario para coordinar

Domingo: A.M.

7:30 Despierta Tu Cuerpo Ejercicios de Respiracion (usar ropa comoda)Ken S.

8:00 - 9:00 Desayuno en el comedor

9:00 - 9:45 Escribe una Carta

9:45 Recesso

10:00 - 11:00 Affirmation Circle Circulo de Afirmacion y Amor

The Lone Star CoDA Courier (electronic& mail) February, 2015 Page 10 11:00 – 12:pm Compartir de la Experiencia

Domingo: P.M.

12:30 - 1:00 Almuerzo (almuerzo en el comedor .) . 1:00 - 1:30 Ceremonia de Clausura y Ceremonia de la Luz

1:30 - 2:00 Enpacar, despedirse y Por favor Recuerda tu Buzon !!!!

The next newsletter (Volume 11, Issue 2) will be distributed in May.

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