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TOTALLY AGREE… my Camino experiences have been great spiritual encounters with me myself and God. I am a hiker, walker, and a non conformist Catholic … I dont have a Compostella and Ive never felt compelled to receive one. I read IVAR almost daily just because … I want to go back every year...
Wow wow wow!! So incredibly grateful that you wrote this response. I read IVAR almost daily and am always put out by the frequent commentary from the “purists” and/or repeat pilgrims who state: do this don’t do that - blah blah blah…. I understand that change is difficult and accepting change...
OK .... let everyone have their own take on what the Camino is/is not. I for one couldn't disagree with you more....
I say ENJOY every second and every minute GOD brings you in whatever way brings you joy. I have suffered in my life and I have suffered through many horrible and absolutely...
I arrive in SJPDP on Sept. 20th. and have a reservation at a small hotel - Les Chemins d'Elika. I intend to use a service to send my back pack on to my next hotel/hostel/etc. - I have a reservation each night. Can I assume that this service is readily available and I can take advantage once I...
I appreciate this post. It reminds me that being prepared includes researching multiple sites/reading/speaking to folks who have already walked. Thank you.
I have been following this website for two years... I didn't know there were rules. And your use of the word "moderation" is confusing. I'm an American [and I apologize if this is blunt] but do you mean any criticism of posts should be put into a private conversation? If yes, I wouldn't know...
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