It was good we had this heavenly vista to start out our walk because Day 3 was tough. Maybe because our legs were feeling yesterday's upward climb. Or perhaps because it was a longer walk--13 miles.
Lots of ups. . .
. . . and downs. Like life.
Yet there is beauty all around us.
And it helps to take breaks.
We think about the medieval pilgrims who walked hundreds of miles in sandals and the same set of clothes in the hopes of gaining special indulgences and blessings by reaching Santiago, where St. James the Greater is allegedly buried.
We are praying for many intentions as we walk, especially for four friends/family members who have cancer. We also pray for your intentions. There are many prayer reminders along this holy Camino.
The road stretches on. But we take it step by step.
Through woods.
And open spaces.
Until we reach our heavenly home.
Beautiful photos and metaphor for life!
ReplyDeleteThanks, Ann! We are so blessed to be able to make this Camino!
DeleteMaria, Beautiful! Thanks for sharing this journey with me!
ReplyDeletePeggy, I can't thank you enough for setting this ball in motion (or these feet in motion) for John, Luke, and me! It is a great experience!
DeleteOh, Maria, one of the most memorable visions that heavenly vista. I couldnt get enough photos of that view. I still remember lingering that morning not ready to leave and thinking of our three pilgrim friends who needed to taxi forward due to various ailments. Another inspiring homily to close the day with and remind us how we are drawn closer to God as we visit these ancient churches and learn the history. This is also the village Church where the parish priest had the idea of painting the famous yellow arrows along the way to mark the trail. We probably owe it to him that the Camino is still in existence!
ReplyDeleteYes, it was so amazing to be above the clouds! Thanks be to the priest for the yellow arrows, pointing the way! That little idea helped popularize the trail and kept thousands of pilgrims on the path!
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