The idea is to cover basic expenses, of course. I like Fernanda's (Camino Portuguese) idea. Those who can afford to donate a little more subsidise those who have little or nothing. It all works out in the end. My time? Yes, important, but the job jar is part and parcel and everyone will pull out a small task for the day. That's part of the "therapy"!
So is group work if wanted, solo meditation if not. A place to read and write, make onward arrangements by Internet etc. Plan "the next move"...
I can offer workshops too - I am a therapist, don't forget - and not just for recent pilgrims: Designing "Visualisation Boards"; self-hypnosis instruction, creative Tai Chi, guided tours to the various historical and sacred places on the Costa do Morte. I have offered a "Get your life Unstuck" workshop for three years now with great success. See
http://www.headstartcentres.org
The ideas are coming pouring in from people who have taken the survey...
I will have to continue teaching and writing of course. Maybe one day I'll be able to "retire" on my books and just write. I would like that.
I'm designing the Sello in my head right now!
The house is called La Casa del Zorro. I have always wanted "La Casa de Las Conchas" and have 2 dozen vieiras to decorate the lintel. I've had them for years and they always get moved along with me. But I'll have to see how the little fox would mind first. I'll need his approval. He gets his own tile anyway! (And will likely grace the sello too!)