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Such a bittersweet story. It is a reminder that we never know when we may be the one who touches a person's life forever, even if only in a brief encounter. I am sorry for the loss and the sadness it brings. I am so touched by your remembrance of him and I thank you for sharing. I pray for...
Very amusing thread. But nothing could possibly as confusing as our English in America. One of my husband's co-workers from Japan (although he was Chinese), was very fluent with English and several other languages and told us at dinner one night how confused he was when he got off of the plane...
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The original post used the term to describe the embarrassment of the pilgrim himself, not making fun of the pilgrim or shaming the pilgrim, or judging the pilgrim. The thread seemed to evolve from there. A true pilgrim would certainly feel disappointment, and maybe unnecessary shame if not...
@Robo Ah, my husband has expressed some interest in joining me, too. He is a seasoned world traveler but not a hiker. If he comes, it will be not be for the entire journey. The jury is still out on that one. I have never left the states/territories but my son and I have traveled cross country...
@BrienC, I read it, too just a couple of weeks ago. I couldn't stop reading it. There's a lot of good info. Thank you for taking the time to share so many details in such an interesting way.
I'm torn about walking alone. I want to walk alone or rather I want to start out alone, which I'm...
Besides the "head and feet, " "I guess it all comes down to where your heart is", I can hear my late father's voice saying to me as a teen. I pray that I may stay focused on my own personal reasons for attempting the pilgrimage. Pride goeth before a fall and I hope to be humbled along the...
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