So I have learned the difference between pleasure and joy. Pleasure is external, joy comes from within. Pain, whether psychical or mental is not bad, it can tell me something is right or wrong. However, suffering is always my choice, just as being at peace is. This journey has taught me this difference and most important, for me to know if my thoughts are coming from my head or my heart.
WOW… what an extraordinary experience in my life! The Camino de Santiago is known to produce miracles in your life, and that it did. So much to tell you!
After 56 days of walking and putting on over 500 miles on my shoes, I took my final step in Santiago, Spain. I did walk every inch of the way, carrying my overweight back pack every step.
I set out with several goals, to save a child’s life in Kenya and to prove that even today people have the compassion to help another in need just as the pilgrims did thousands of years ago. I was right, although I walked with almost no money for food; the pilgrim’s and the people of Spain were more than generous to feed me, not even knowing what my mission was. Yes, there were many nights, I went to bed hungry, but I did not starve.
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Thanks Seeker, You will soon see as you said…the “FEET” ahead of you..(love it) gifts are awaiting you on the Camino..Today I breath without thinking! From Fisterra, Spain …the end of the Camino and at one time; the world, we wait for you! Sunset… beyond beautiful.
Wow, I am WE! 😀
We are right. 😛
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Oh yes, pain is indeed important. So are pleasures. The moment is what I strive never to ignore. Most of the time I manage well … Other times, I think I need the escape. Great post, P! 🙂
No pain, no gain, as the old saying goes. But be mindful of that pain, and you are right, Tk.
Well, that was just a long winded way of saying I really liked your post, P! 🙂
Wow, amazing. Thanks for sharing.
Most welcome. I have been waiting for Jim to post his triumphant feet…
What a wonderful experience and what a great way to learn so much about yourself. Pawkisses from my heart 🙂
Let’s go for a walk, Blinky. I let you lead. =^.^=
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