Jim Porter
New Member
- Time of past OR future Camino
- Future
Just short of Ages yesterday after a great walk we came upon an unfortunate scene, where an older Spanish gentleman had taken his own life shortly before by hanging. It was incredibly upsetting and my wife and I and others alerted other walkers as to the situation so they could steel themselves as they passed.
It took about 30 minutes for the authorities to arrive, along with a neighbor who was sent out to look for the gentleman.
It is sad. It is real. As you walk, never underestimate the simple power of your presence among others ... especially those of this great land who are hosting us peregrinos.
Be grateful for every step; treasure life. This unfortunate soul was someone's much loved friend.
Into God's arms of mercy.
It took about 30 minutes for the authorities to arrive, along with a neighbor who was sent out to look for the gentleman.
It is sad. It is real. As you walk, never underestimate the simple power of your presence among others ... especially those of this great land who are hosting us peregrinos.
Be grateful for every step; treasure life. This unfortunate soul was someone's much loved friend.
Into God's arms of mercy.