The last few days have been a whirlwind… Even before arriving in Santiago, I felt an overwhelming sense of emotion. I walked alongside Miquel, who noticed my unusual silence and proceeded to ask me a multitude of questions in Spanish, hoping to preoccupy my busy mind with language practice, as we had been doing for […]
Today was a beautiful day up through the mountains, and it all began with a delicious, filling breakfast. Rose and I had been planning on making surprise pancakes for our group for about a week now, and this morning was the perfect opportunity- our hostel came equipped with a small stove, a glorious cast iron […]
For my birthday this year I received many wonderful gifts: a glorious hike through the woods, a relaxing massage, a beautiful handmade card from a fellow pilgrim, and a visit from my dear friend from high school, Ariel. I’ll admit I was both excited and nervous while walking to the León cathedral, where we had […]
So far this week my feet have carried me through trails of mud, up hillsides and into ancient castle ruins, and through magical paths that lead me onto the backs of horses… The first stretch from Hornillos to Castrojeriz was several kilometers of trudging through thick mud. My boots were soaked and heavy with an […]
The past week has been a magnificent whirlwind of joy, wonder, and gratitude. This week was also particularly challenging for me in many ways, and at times frustrating, for I felt a lot of deep insecurity and pain begin to surface and demand recognition. I felt blocked and shackled by anxiety, yet couldn’t get myself […]
I woke up this morning with a sore throat and a headache, thinking “oh no…nonononono” I considered staying in Estella to rest, a thought that lasted about five seconds before I dragged myself out of my sleeping bag and out of bed to pack up and head out the door. I wasn’t going to stop […]
It has been a while since I’ve written a post; I have been very caught up with life on the road and living in the albergues. I thought it was about time that I share a bit of my experiences on the Camino thus far, and the people I have had the privilege to get […]
*In a galaxy far far away, in a Parisian bar drinking bedtime tea……..(hey, it’s like midnight here)* Yesterday’s post included just a brief update of Jess and I’s arrival in Paris, and a comment on the kindness we received from others. Tonight was a significant miracle that truly touched our hearts, and also related to […]