Fellow ACA-er, Randy, tells of his experience at Camp Recovery the weekend of April 27, 2007.This past weekend I attended "Camp Recovery" located in the San Bernardino mountains at Camp De-Benneville and I wanted to share this experience with other ACA-ers. First I have to tell you that I would never have had the courage to go if it were not for the help I have received from attending the weekly meetings. The anticipation and anxiety that preceded my arrival was at times very difficult but once I arrived I found the camp to be the single, greatest event towards my recovery since I started ACA one year ago.
The people, organizers, and camp staff were the best. I have never fit into a group so quickly or felt so welcomed as I did at camp. This was a weekend full of discovery, hard work, interventions, peace, tranquility, love, faith, hope, growth, and time away from the busy world. The 12 step meetings, workshops, meditation, and the friendships that I made were so rewarding and really filled me with so much hope and joy.
Oh, did I mention the food was really, really good! I can't remember feeling so good about myself in a really long time. My fears subsided, I discovered new issues to work, and the best part is that I had so many others with the same issues where we would talk for hours. The most difficult part of camp is when we all had to say good by and return home.
I continue to use the tools that I have learned at camp as I work on my recovery. I have a renewed appreciation for myself, my family, and my friends. I highly recommend this camp and would love to see you all of you next time.
Your ACA Family Member, Randy
Thank you Randy, for sharing your thoughts with us!Upcoming ACA/12 Step events:
Mingus Mountain RetreatA 12 step gathering for anyone in recovery or who would like to find out about recovery.
May 18th, 19th and 20th
www.mingusretreat.com
ACA Comedy NightJune 22, 2007 8:30 pm
Martini Blues
Huntington Beach
714-840-2129
21st Annual International ACA ConventionNovember 2 - 4, 2007
Lake San Marcos Resort (formerly known as the Quails Inn)
Lake San Marcos, CA (just north of San Diego, CA)
The theme for 2007 will be "The Magic of Recovery". All in recovery welcome. A wonderful week-end of fellowship and recovery featuring speakers, workshops, and meetings in the relaxing environment of the Lake San Marco's Resort. This year's theme is "The Magic of Recovery".
For more info visit the Convention website at http://www.acaconvention.org or contact info@acaconvention.org.
Check out the Orange County ACA website at:
Orange County Adult Children
