Martin Burnham
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- Time of past OR future Camino
- April - May (2019) SJPP to Finisterre
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So, as I prepared my final packing items on Wednesday, June 1st, I was getting more and more excited for my impending departure on June 5th. Me and my buddy from college were all set to make our way from Baltimore to SJPD for the start of our pilgrimage; it was a dream come true for me. Then, Thursday June 2nd I awoke with a very strange pain in my right side. It lingered all day as my worries began to build - this can't be happening NOW!! I am leaving in 3 days - at least, that's what I thought. Phone conversations with a trusted college friend who is an ER nurse practitioner in Indiana led me to determine what would be the essential elements that would lead me to an ER visit. Worsening pain was one of the factors; I could not sleep at all Thursday night / Friday morning so it was off to the ER Friday at 4 am. After several hours in the ER I was diagnosed with a bleeding cyst on my right kidney and was told that the Camino was probably a no-go. I put off calling my buddy until the last possible moment - no one wants to be the bearer of THAT news. On Saturday, as my hospital stay continued with them monitoring my blood levels, I made the call and told my buddy that I thought I was "down for the count." That was an extremely disappointing conversation. So, the Camino dream lives for another day, but the walk isn't happening this year. God has another kind of walk in store for me. For those out on the trail who I would have met over these days, buen Camino and know that you are all in my prayers. I ask for your prayers as well.
He pulled the plug on this trip. Was not comfortable going it alone. He'll have to get another pass from his wife for his next trip!Martin, so sorry to hear of your illness. You join the (seemingly) growing band journeying the alternate Healing Camino. I wish you well.
It's often said that your Camino begins when you first commit to it. Your route is just going to be a bit longer than you had anticipated.
Take care and keep in touch with this forum. I am sure that there will be live reports back from the Way (of those that you would have met) that you can follow.
Will your buddy wait or will he walk alone? Tough decision.
Thanks!!I will pray for you, and I wish you health and prosperity.
Sincerely
NorwegianWalker
Thanks SY.My thoughts and prayers are with you! Speedy recovery and Buen Camino, SY
So, as I prepared my final packing items on Wednesday, June 1st, I was getting more and more excited for my impending departure on June 5th. Me and my buddy from college were all set to make our way from Baltimore to SJPD for the start of our pilgrimage; it was a dream come true for me. Then, Thursday June 2nd I awoke with a very strange pain in my right side. It lingered all day as my worries began to build - this can't be happening NOW!! I am leaving in 3 days - at least, that's what I thought. Phone conversations with a trusted college friend who is an ER nurse practitioner in Indiana led me to determine what would be the essential elements that would lead me to an ER visit. Worsening pain was one of the factors; I could not sleep at all Thursday night / Friday morning so it was off to the ER Friday at 4 am. After several hours in the ER I was diagnosed with a bleeding cyst on my right kidney and was told that the Camino was probably a no-go. I put off calling my buddy until the last possible moment - no one wants to be the bearer of THAT news. On Saturday, as my hospital stay continued with them monitoring my blood levels, I made the call and told my buddy that I thought I was "down for the count." That was an extremely disappointing conversation. So, the Camino dream lives for another day, but the walk isn't happening this year. God has another kind of walk in store for me. For those out on the trail who I would have met over these days, buen Camino and know that you are all in my prayers. I ask for your prayers as well.
So, as I prepared my final packing items on Wednesday, June 1st, I was getting more and more excited for my impending departure on June 5th. Me and my buddy from college were all set to make our way from Baltimore to SJPD for the start of our pilgrimage; it was a dream come true for me. Then, Thursday June 2nd I awoke with a very strange pain in my right side. It lingered all day as my worries began to build - this can't be happening NOW!! I am leaving in 3 days - at least, that's what I thought. Phone conversations with a trusted college friend who is an ER nurse practitioner in Indiana led me to determine what would be the essential elements that would lead me to an ER visit. Worsening pain was one of the factors; I could not sleep at all Thursday night / Friday morning so it was off to the ER Friday at 4 am. After several hours in the ER I was diagnosed with a bleeding cyst on my right kidney and was told that the Camino was probably a no-go. I put off calling my buddy until the last possible moment - no one wants to be the bearer of THAT news. On Saturday, as my hospital stay continued with them monitoring my blood levels, I made the call and told my buddy that I thought I was "down for the count." That was an extremely disappointing conversation. So, the Camino dream lives for another day, but the walk isn't happening this year. God has another kind of walk in store for me. For those out on the trail who I would have met over these days, buen Camino and know that you are all in my prayers. I ask for your prayers as well.
For those out on the trail who I would have met over these days, buen Camino and know that you are all in my prayers. I ask for your prayers as well.
Your Camino journey and its lessons have already begun! Let's see the Camino lessons in your experience so far:God has another kind of walk in store for me.
Please accept my thoughts and my prayers for a speedy recovery.So, as I prepared my final packing items on Wednesday, June 1st, I was getting more and more excited for my impending departure on June 5th. Me and my buddy from college were all set to make our way from Baltimore to SJPD for the start of our pilgrimage; it was a dream come true for me. Then, Thursday June 2nd I awoke with a very strange pain in my right side. It lingered all day as my worries began to build - this can't be happening NOW!! I am leaving in 3 days - at least, that's what I thought. Phone conversations with a trusted college friend who is an ER nurse practitioner in Indiana led me to determine what would be the essential elements that would lead me to an ER visit. Worsening pain was one of the factors; I could not sleep at all Thursday night / Friday morning so it was off to the ER Friday at 4 am. After several hours in the ER I was diagnosed with a bleeding cyst on my right kidney and was told that the Camino was probably a no-go. I put off calling my buddy until the last possible moment - no one wants to be the bearer of THAT news. On Saturday, as my hospital stay continued with them monitoring my blood levels, I made the call and told my buddy that I thought I was "down for the count." That was an extremely disappointing conversation. So, the Camino dream lives for another day, but the walk isn't happening this year. God has another kind of walk in store for me. For those out on the trail who I would have met over these days, buen Camino and know that you are all in my prayers. I ask for your prayers as well.
So, as I prepared my final packing items on Wednesday, June 1st, I was getting more and more excited for my impending departure on June 5th. Me and my buddy from college were all set to make our way from Baltimore to SJPD for the start of our pilgrimage; it was a dream come true for me. Then, Thursday June 2nd I awoke with a very strange pain in my right side. It lingered all day as my worries began to build - this can't be happening NOW!! I am leaving in 3 days - at least, that's what I thought. Phone conversations with a trusted college friend who is an ER nurse practitioner in Indiana led me to determine what would be the essential elements that would lead me to an ER visit. Worsening pain was one of the factors; I could not sleep at all Thursday night / Friday morning so it was off to the ER Friday at 4 am. After several hours in the ER I was diagnosed with a bleeding cyst on my right kidney and was told that the Camino was probably a no-go. I put off calling my buddy until the last possible moment - no one wants to be the bearer of THAT news. On Saturday, as my hospital stay continued with them monitoring my blood levels, I made the call and told my buddy that I thought I was "down for the count." That was an extremely disappointing conversation. So, the Camino dream lives for another day, but the walk isn't happening this year. God has another kind of walk in store for me. For those out on the trail who I would have met over these days, buen Camino and know that you are all in my prayers. I ask for your prayers as well.
Thanks for the thoughts and prayers!!!Your Camino journey and its lessons have already begun! Let's see the Camino lessons in your experience so far:
- We are not in control
- We benefit from listening to the wisdom of others
- It's important to listen to our bodies
- Connections to fellow travelers are important
- Tomorrow is another day
With prayers for recovery and your continuing journey,
So, as I prepared my final packing items on Wednesday, June 1st, I was getting more and more excited for my impending departure on June 5th. Me and my buddy from college were all set to make our way from Baltimore to SJPD for the start of our pilgrimage; it was a dream come true for me. Then, Thursday June 2nd I awoke with a very strange pain in my right side. It lingered all day as my worries began to build - this can't be happening NOW!! I am leaving in 3 days - at least, that's what I thought. Phone conversations with a trusted college friend who is an ER nurse practitioner in Indiana led me to determine what would be the essential elements that would lead me to an ER visit. Worsening pain was one of the factors; I could not sleep at all Thursday night / Friday morning so it was off to the ER Friday at 4 am. After several hours in the ER I was diagnosed with a bleeding cyst on my right kidney and was told that the Camino was probably a no-go. I put off calling my buddy until the last possible moment - no one wants to be the bearer of THAT news. On Saturday, as my hospital stay continued with them monitoring my blood levels, I made the call and told my buddy that I thought I was "down for the count." That was an extremely disappointing conversation. So, the Camino dream lives for another day, but the walk isn't happening this year. God has another kind of walk in store for me. For those out on the trail who I would have met over these days, buen Camino and know that you are all in my prayers. I ask for your prayers as well.
So, as I prepared my final packing items on Wednesday, June 1st, I was getting more and more excited for my impending departure on June 5th. Me and my buddy from college were all set to make our way from Baltimore to SJPD for the start of our pilgrimage; it was a dream come true for me. Then, Thursday June 2nd I awoke with a very strange pain in my right side. It lingered all day as my worries began to build - this can't be happening NOW!! I am leaving in 3 days - at least, that's what I thought. Phone conversations with a trusted college friend who is an ER nurse practitioner in Indiana led me to determine what would be the essential elements that would lead me to an ER visit. Worsening pain was one of the factors; I could not sleep at all Thursday night / Friday morning so it was off to the ER Friday at 4 am. After several hours in the ER I was diagnosed with a bleeding cyst on my right kidney and was told that the Camino was probably a no-go. I put off calling my buddy until the last possible moment - no one wants to be the bearer of THAT news. On Saturday, as my hospital stay continued with them monitoring my blood levels, I made the call and told my buddy that I thought I was "down for the count." That was an extremely disappointing conversation. So, the Camino dream lives for another day, but the walk isn't happening this year. God has another kind of walk in store for me. For those out on the trail who I would have met over these days, buen Camino and know that you are all in my prayers. I ask for your prayers as well.
So, as I prepared my final packing items on Wednesday, June 1st, I was getting more and more excited for my impending departure on June 5th. Me and my buddy from college were all set to make our way from Baltimore to SJPD for the start of our pilgrimage; it was a dream come true for me. Then, Thursday June 2nd I awoke with a very strange pain in my right side. It lingered all day as my worries began to build - this can't be happening NOW!! I am leaving in 3 days - at least, that's what I thought. Phone conversations with a trusted college friend who is an ER nurse practitioner in Indiana led me to determine what would be the essential elements that would lead me to an ER visit. Worsening pain was one of the factors; I could not sleep at all Thursday night / Friday morning so it was off to the ER Friday at 4 am. After several hours in the ER I was diagnosed with a bleeding cyst on my right kidney and was told that the Camino was probably a no-go. I put off calling my buddy until the last possible moment - no one wants to be the bearer of THAT news. On Saturday, as my hospital stay continued with them monitoring my blood levels, I made the call and told my buddy that I thought I was "down for the count." That was an extremely disappointing conversation. So, the Camino dream lives for another day, but the walk isn't happening this year. God has another kind of walk in store for me. For those out on the trail who I would have met over these days, buen Camino and know that you are all in my prayers. I ask for your prayers as well.
I am so sorry you are unwell. I do hope it's not too long before you can start your Camino journey.So, as I prepared my final packing items on Wednesday, June 1st, I was getting more and more excited for my impending departure on June 5th. Me and my buddy from college were all set to make our way from Baltimore to SJPD for the start of our pilgrimage; it was a dream come true for me. Then, Thursday June 2nd I awoke with a very strange pain in my right side. It lingered all day as my worries began to build - this can't be happening NOW!! I am leaving in 3 days - at least, that's what I thought. Phone conversations with a trusted college friend who is an ER nurse practitioner in Indiana led me to determine what would be the essential elements that would lead me to an ER visit. Worsening pain was one of the factors; I could not sleep at all Thursday night / Friday morning so it was off to the ER Friday at 4 am. After several hours in the ER I was diagnosed with a bleeding cyst on my right kidney and was told that the Camino was probably a no-go. I put off calling my buddy until the last possible moment - no one wants to be the bearer of THAT news. On Saturday, as my hospital stay continued with them monitoring my blood levels, I made the call and told my buddy that I thought I was "down for the count." That was an extremely disappointing conversation. So, the Camino dream lives for another day, but the walk isn't happening this year. God has another kind of walk in store for me. For those out on the trail who I would have met over these days, buen Camino and know that you are all in my prayers. I ask for your prayers as well.
Martin, I wish you well and I look forward to hearing about your recovery and future Camino adventures! Blessings, Camino BillSo, as I prepared my final packing items on Wednesday, June 1st, I was getting more and more excited for my impending departure on June 5th. Me and my buddy from college were all set to make our way from Baltimore to SJPD for the start of our pilgrimage; it was a dream come true for me. Then, Thursday June 2nd I awoke with a very strange pain in my right side. It lingered all day as my worries began to build - this can't be happening NOW!! I am leaving in 3 days - at least, that's what I thought. Phone conversations with a trusted college friend who is an ER nurse practitioner in Indiana led me to determine what would be the essential elements that would lead me to an ER visit. Worsening pain was one of the factors; I could not sleep at all Thursday night / Friday morning so it was off to the ER Friday at 4 am. After several hours in the ER I was diagnosed with a bleeding cyst on my right kidney and was told that the Camino was probably a no-go. I put off calling my buddy until the last possible moment - no one wants to be the bearer of THAT news. On Saturday, as my hospital stay continued with them monitoring my blood levels, I made the call and told my buddy that I thought I was "down for the count." That was an extremely disappointing conversation. So, the Camino dream lives for another day, but the walk isn't happening this year. God has another kind of walk in store for me. For those out on the trail who I would have met over these days, buen Camino and know that you are all in my prayers. I ask for your prayers as well.
I so sorry to hear but I truly always believe that there is a reason for everything and looks like maybe this just was not going to be the best time for your journey and all it has to offer ..... I know when you are able to do it . It will be so amazing especially from all this that you are going through.., sending you good vibes...So, as I prepared my final packing items on Wednesday, June 1st, I was getting more and more excited for my impending departure on June 5th. Me and my buddy from college were all set to make our way from Baltimore to SJPD for the start of our pilgrimage; it was a dream come true for me. Then, Thursday June 2nd I awoke with a very strange pain in my right side. It lingered all day as my worries began to build - this can't be happening NOW!! I am leaving in 3 days - at least, that's what I thought. Phone conversations with a trusted college friend who is an ER nurse practitioner in Indiana led me to determine what would be the essential elements that would lead me to an ER visit. Worsening pain was one of the factors; I could not sleep at all Thursday night / Friday morning so it was off to the ER Friday at 4 am. After several hours in the ER I was diagnosed with a bleeding cyst on my right kidney and was told that the Camino was probably a no-go. I put off calling my buddy until the last possible moment - no one wants to be the bearer of THAT news. On Saturday, as my hospital stay continued with them monitoring my blood levels, I made the call and told my buddy that I thought I was "down for the count." That was an extremely disappointing conversation. So, the Camino dream lives for another day, but the walk isn't happening this year. God has another kind of walk in store for me. For those out on the trail who I would have met over these days, buen Camino and know that you are all in my prayers. I ask for your prayers as well.
I'm reading your post from an emergency room, waiting to have my foot examined for a possible fractured heel. I'm 9 days from leaving. My fingers are crossed for both of us.Martin, so sorry to hear of your illness. You join the (seemingly) growing band journeying the alternate Healing Camino. I wish you well.
It's often said that your Camino begins when you first commit to it. Your route is just going to be a bit longer than you had anticipated.
Take care and keep in touch with this forum. I am sure that there will be live reports back from the Way (of those that you would have met) that you can follow.
Will your buddy wait or will he walk alone? Tough decision.
Hi Martin,So, as I prepared my final packing items on Wednesday, June 1st, I was getting more and more excited for my impending departure on June 5th. Me and my buddy from college were all set to make our way from Baltimore to SJPD for the start of our pilgrimage; it was a dream come true for me. Then, Thursday June 2nd I awoke with a very strange pain in my right side. It lingered all day as my worries began to build - this can't be happening NOW!! I am leaving in 3 days - at least, that's what I thought. Phone conversations with a trusted college friend who is an ER nurse practitioner in Indiana led me to determine what would be the essential elements that would lead me to an ER visit. Worsening pain was one of the factors; I could not sleep at all Thursday night / Friday morning so it was off to the ER Friday at 4 am. After several hours in the ER I was diagnosed with a bleeding cyst on my right kidney and was told that the Camino was probably a no-go. I put off calling my buddy until the last possible moment - no one wants to be the bearer of THAT news. On Saturday, as my hospital stay continued with them monitoring my blood levels, I made the call and told my buddy that I thought I was "down for the count." That was an extremely disappointing conversation. So, the Camino dream lives for another day, but the walk isn't happening this year. God has another kind of walk in store for me. For those out on the trail who I would have met over these days, buen Camino and know that you are all in my prayers. I ask for your prayers as well.
Praying for you my friend. I am getting tready for my camino starting on 14th july.So, as I prepared my final packing items on Wednesday, June 1st, I was getting more and more excited for my impending departure on June 5th. Me and my buddy from college were all set to make our way from Baltimore to SJPD for the start of our pilgrimage; it was a dream come true for me. Then, Thursday June 2nd I awoke with a very strange pain in my right side. It lingered all day as my worries began to build - this can't be happening NOW!! I am leaving in 3 days - at least, that's what I thought. Phone conversations with a trusted college friend who is an ER nurse practitioner in Indiana led me to determine what would be the essential elements that would lead me to an ER visit. Worsening pain was one of the factors; I could not sleep at all Thursday night / Friday morning so it was off to the ER Friday at 4 am. After several hours in the ER I was diagnosed with a bleeding cyst on my right kidney and was told that the Camino was probably a no-go. I put off calling my buddy until the last possible moment - no one wants to be the bearer of THAT news. On Saturday, as my hospital stay continued with them monitoring my blood levels, I made the call and told my buddy that I thought I was "down for the count." That was an extremely disappointing conversation. So, the Camino dream lives for another day, but the walk isn't happening this year. God has another kind of walk in store for me. For those out on the trail who I would have met over these days, buen Camino and know that you are all in my prayers. I ask for your prayers as well.
I wish your health condition be good, soon! I wish you all the best!! Keep on your dream, it will come true, one day! I will start my camino, in three days, I am very excited. I will take your health problem with me, on my wandering and I will pray for you at the feet of the iron cross. I send you a friendly greetings from Hungary!So, as I prepared my final packing items on Wednesday, June 1st, I was getting more and more excited for my impending departure on June 5th. Me and my buddy from college were all set to make our way from Baltimore to SJPD for the start of our pilgrimage; it was a dream come true for me. Then, Thursday June 2nd I awoke with a very strange pain in my right side. It lingered all day as my worries began to build - this can't be happening NOW!! I am leaving in 3 days - at least, that's what I thought. Phone conversations with a trusted college friend who is an ER nurse practitioner in Indiana led me to determine what would be the essential elements that would lead me to an ER visit. Worsening pain was one of the factors; I could not sleep at all Thursday night / Friday morning so it was off to the ER Friday at 4 am. After several hours in the ER I was diagnosed with a bleeding cyst on my right kidney and was told that the Camino was probably a no-go. I put off calling my buddy until the last possible moment - no one wants to be the bearer of THAT news. On Saturday, as my hospital stay continued with them monitoring my blood levels, I made the call and told my buddy that I thought I was "down for the count." That was an extremely disappointing conversation. So, the Camino dream lives for another day, but the walk isn't happening this year. God has another kind of walk in store for me. For those out on the trail who I would have met over these days, buen Camino and know that you are all in my prayers. I ask for your prayers as well.
Oh! Hopefully not fractured! I'll be thinking of you in my prayers.I'm reading your post from an emergency room, waiting to have my foot examined for a possible fractured heel. I'm 9 days from leaving. My fingers are crossed for both of us.
Unfortunately it is a bone spur. Off my feet until I go. Ill go as far as I can. Thanks for the reply.Oh! Hopefully not fractured! I'll be thinking of you in my prayers.
This Hemingway quote from A Farewell to Arms has always resonated for me and especially so after recovering from my navicular foot fracture from last years Camino:
The world breaks everyone and afterward many are strong in the broken places.
Stay strong and accepting of what comes - you are already in your Way.
That's the day that my surgery is scheduled!Praying for you my friend. I am getting tready for my camino starting on 14th july.
I've had bone spurs on both heels since forever. They are manageable and don't stop me walking at all. Only the occasional discomfort or flare up of plantar faciitis. My ever growing health team tend to be guided by symptoms and treat to the patient and not the X-rays or scans.Unfortunately it is a bone spur. Off my feet until I go. Ill go as far as I can. Thanks for the reply.
That's the day that my surgery is scheduled!
Thanks @Wokabaut, I'm keeping all weight off my heel for this coming week and plan to do an evaluation walk next Sunday. If I have only very minor discomfort I will start my Camino and take it a day at a time. I have a hard time quitting without trying. If you see a 60 year old perigrino, on forearm crutches, on the CP coastal above Viana, that will be me.I'll be out walking that day and will carry you in my thoughts.
Hope that all goes well.
You will be in my thoughts n prayers as i start. You will be fine and healthy again.That's the day that my surgery is scheduled!
That's the day that my surgery is scheduled!
Julia:Martin - I hope your surgery has gone as planned and you are feeling as well as can be expected, and your recovery is proceeding as hoped.
Paintboy - I hope your Camino is going well, without too much pain and discomfort. Do try to let us all know how things are going if you get a chance.
My best wishes to you both, and all other whose Camino is foreshadowed with illness or injury. May you heal quickly and find further healing on the Camino x
You have my prayers. I believe you wil find that everything when it relates to our faith seems to be a test. Keep it & you will be rewarded.So, as I prepared my final packing items on Wednesday, June 1st, I was getting more and more excited for my impending departure on June 5th. Me and my buddy from college were all set to make our way from Baltimore to SJPD for the start of our pilgrimage; it was a dream come true for me. Then, Thursday June 2nd I awoke with a very strange pain in my right side. It lingered all day as my worries began to build - this can't be happening NOW!! I am leaving in 3 days - at least, that's what I thought. Phone conversations with a trusted college friend who is an ER nurse practitioner in Indiana led me to determine what would be the essential elements that would lead me to an ER visit. Worsening pain was one of the factors; I could not sleep at all Thursday night / Friday morning so it was off to the ER Friday at 4 am. After several hours in the ER I was diagnosed with a bleeding cyst on my right kidney and was told that the Camino was probably a no-go. I put off calling my buddy until the last possible moment - no one wants to be the bearer of THAT news. On Saturday, as my hospital stay continued with them monitoring my blood levels, I made the call and told my buddy that I thought I was "down for the count." That was an extremely disappointing conversation. So, the Camino dream lives for another day, but the walk isn't happening this year. God has another kind of walk in store for me. For those out on the trail who I would have met over these days, buen Camino and know that you are all in my prayers. I ask for your prayers as well.
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