A few days ago; I almost died, the Camino helped me survive!

[jimkaszynski]

I know life continues after the Camino. However,
the lessons I learned helped to save my life a few days ago!​

I was driving my motorbike on the highway, and a big hole in the road appeared. I was driving about 60 km/h and lost control of the bike.

This story is about the one hour I spent laying in the middle of the road waiting for the ambulance to come and the confused state my mind and body were in. I could not move or talk but could hear everything that was....CLICK HERE FOR THE REST OF THE STORY.
[url]http://jimscaminodesantiago.wordpress.com/2013/11/10/a-few-days-ago-i-almost-died-the-camino-helped-me-survive/[/URL]

 

[freescot]

I know life continues after the Camino. However,
the lessons I learned helped to save my life a few days ago!​

I was driving my motorbike on the highway, and a big hole in the road appeared. I was driving about 60 km/h and lost control of the bike.

This story is about the one hour I spent laying in the middle of the road waiting for the ambulance to come and the confused state my mind and body were in. I could not move or talk but could hear everything that was....CLICK HERE FOR THE REST OF THE STORY.
http://jimscaminodesantiago.wordpre...o-i-almost-died-the-camino-helped-me-survive/

That's some story, Jim. I hope you pains die down and there are no long-term legacies. Thanks,

 

[pilgrim b]

I know life continues after the Camino. However,
the lessons I learned helped to save my life a few days ago!​

I was driving my motorbike on the highway, and a big hole in the road appeared. I was driving about 60 km/h and lost control of the bike.

This story is about the one hour I spent laying in the middle of the road waiting for the ambulance to come and the confused state my mind and body were in. I could not move or talk but could hear everything that was....CLICK HERE FOR THE REST OF THE STORY.
http://jimscaminodesantiago.wordpre...o-i-almost-died-the-camino-helped-me-survive/

Hi Jim so sorry to hear of your nasty accident, now take things easy (slowly) for a while so things will mend and use your moments of rest to remember that it is not only the Camino provides.
Take care will be thinking about you and your recovery.
Pilgrim b

 

[jimkaszynski]

Twas a few nights before Christmas and yet...another Camino miracle appeared! It began at “The Little Fox House,” before dinner, when we shared our “What made You Smile Today,” comments around the table. I said that I was filled with gratitude from my little stroll I took along the river and it gave me hope for a life long dream to come true. My dream....to meet and talk to my son, who I have never knew because of some wrong choices I had made in my past.

All of a sudden a little angel appeared, we will call her Tracy, she said stop! Let us all send out some healing energy out to solve this challenge. We did and continued with our 'What made You Smile Today,” statements around the table.

Two hours later as I lay in bed reading some emails, I get a message from my son, (who I have never talked to in my life,) saying...We need to talk, the past is gone, I want to be your friend!

In the morning I shared the news with my Pilgrim angles, there were hugs and tears of joy!

Tonight, December, 13th , I meet my son and his wife with two beautiful grand children! Another, Camino miracle! He hugged me, kissed me, and called me dad! He is 38 years old. http://jimscaminodesantiago.wordpress.com/

 

[piogaw]

Hello jim,

I am very happy for you and your family.

Indeed it is a miracle!

For this to happen during the festive season after 38 years, it is indeed a blessing. Hope you and your son don't stay away from each other for another 38 years.

We, the camino family, share in your joy. God bless and have a happy and the best christmas you ever have.

 

[pilgrim b]

Twas a few nights before Christmas and yet...another Camino miracle appeared! It began at “The Little Fox House,” before dinner, when we shared our “What made You Smile Today,” comments around the table. I said that I was filled with gratitude from my little stroll I took along the river and it gave me hope for a life long dream to come true. My dream....to meet and talk to my son, who I have never knew because of some wrong choices I had made in my past.

All of a sudden a little angel appeared, we will call her Tracy, she said stop! Let us all send out some healing energy out to solve this challenge. We did and continued with our 'What made You Smile Today,” statements around the table.

Two hours later as I lay in bed reading some emails, I get a message from my son, (who I have never talked to in my life,) saying...We need to talk, the past is gone, I want to be your friend!

In the morning I shared the news with my Pilgrim angles, there were hugs and tears of joy!

Tonight, December, 13th , I meet my son and his wife with two beautiful grand children! Another, Camino miracle! He hugged me, kissed me, and called me dad! He is 38 years old. http://jimscaminodesantiago.wordpress.com/

Well Jim, the Camino never ceases to produce these (no such thing as a coincidence on Camino) moments of wonder. I am overjoyed for you and for your son and may God bless you both in a wonderful new relationship. Maybe a Camino adventure for you both in years to come. This story is what made me smile today!!

 

[k-fun]

Jim, I hope you are on the mend. I was very moved by your story and your ability to find gratitude. Thank you for sharing.

 

[JennyH94]

Twas a few nights before Christmas and yet...another Camino miracle appeared! It began at “The Little Fox House,” before dinner, when we shared our “What made You Smile Today,” comments around the table. I said that I was filled with gratitude from my little stroll I took along the river and it gave me hope for a life long dream to come true. My dream....to meet and talk to my son, who I have never knew because of some wrong choices I had made in my past.

All of a sudden a little angel appeared, we will call her Tracy, she said stop! Let us all send out some healing energy out to solve this challenge. We did and continued with our 'What made You Smile Today,” statements around the table.

Two hours later as I lay in bed reading some emails, I get a message from my son, (who I have never talked to in my life,) saying...We need to talk, the past is gone, I want to be your friend!

In the morning I shared the news with my Pilgrim angles, there were hugs and tears of joy!

Tonight, December, 13th , I meet my son and his wife with two beautiful grand children! Another, Camino miracle! He hugged me, kissed me, and called me dad! He is 38 years old. http://jimscaminodesantiago.wordpress.com/

Hi Jim -

Thank you for sharing your wonderful news with our Forum community. What a joyous Christmas you will have now that you have been reunited with your precious son - truly, truly a Camino miracle.

Your "What made You Smile Today" statement was on my mind on my morning walk here in Sydney. A surprise was around the corner ... this is a small Christmas photographic gift for you and your family ... very best wishes for the happiest of Christmases ...

 

[jimkaszynski]

Hi Jim -

Thank you for sharing your wonderful news with our Forum community. What a joyous Christmas you will have now that you have been reunited with your precious son - truly, truly a Camino miracle.

Your "What made You Smile Today" statement was on my mind on my morning walk here in Sydney. A surprise was around the corner ... this is a small Christmas photographic gift for you and your family ... very best wishes for the happiest of Christmases ...

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Thank you Jenny, LOVE IT!

 

[JennyH94]

Cheers Jim - I thought the new little ones in your life would especially like it!

 

[jimkaszynski]

Cheers Jim - I thought the new little ones in your life would especially like it!

They will, oh ....I'm a big "little," one also!

 

[karenfromcali]

Jim.
Having read your story I am so thankful you are ok and I pray you are continuing to recover well.
So happy to hear you have been able to meet and talk to your son and his family after all those years.
A new chapter with many more memories to share.
Blessings,
Karen