Buen Camino

I am about to fly across the “big pond” to embark on a 70 mile pilgrimage through Galacia on the Camino de Santiago. In a first time ever event I had my bag packed two days ago. My to-do list has been longer than my packing list, which may be okay because I want to travel light. Inasmuch as this trip has been in the planning for a year, it has only now really sunk in that I am going. Is this an indication of “living in the moment” or lack of preparation? I have not reviewed the cities or sights. Will I miss out on something? I don’t know… but I think not, because I am not expecting what I’ll experience. I am, however, going in prayerful anticipation.

Like packing light, I want to travel light. To leave behind burdens I carry so my hands are open to whatever gifts I shall receive. Can I really let go? It is challenging especially because my heart is very heavy as I leave Dallas today for the sadness of lost lives and escalating violence. Concerns will always go with me. But, perhaps if I loosen my grip, I’ll be surprised by what I’ll be able to receive. I will be carrying many prayers with me, but held in love the burden will be light.

My heart is full and spacious at the same time. What a delight there is always room for a heart to grow larger. With anticipation, I’ll wait for a word to find me on the way that will lead me on my daily walk at home. I guess that is what I name as my hope - that my Camino will lead me in deeper connection with the Holy to guide my living in dailyness.

I just didn’t want to leave without saying I am going. I hold all my companions in prayer.
in this together…