Cohousing-L Mailing List: Frustration in Forming Community

[Steven Chase Spurgeon (strahbale]

My partner and I have been working toward living in community since the 
mid-nineties, when we formed our union. We have discussed the concept 
with dozens of folks and began hosting preliminary meetings. The people 
we invited to join in discussion all agreed that living in community 
was the healthiest option for people and the planet and agreed to 
continue the process outlined in  Diane Christian's book. Then attendance 
began to dwindle until no one showed up at the last meeting. We became 
frustrated and decided to rethink our approach. Now we are wondering if 
it's even possible to devote the energy necessary to build momentum.
 
I admit that we have invited only friends and acquaintances to our 
preliminary meetings. We have discussed how to broaden our scope, but are 
leery of attracting folks that are not aligned with our vision.
 
I so appreciate your thoughtful responses to our plea for help. 
 
Peace
Steven and Pamela



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