- Time of past OR future Camino
- Frances SJPP to SdC Oct/Nov 2015
Frances Burgos toSdC March/April 2016
W. Highland Way August 2016
Camino Somewhere September 2017
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Very honest topic to share, thanks for being a human.I know that every family is different. For me, I've lost most of my "first" family--my mom 2011, my dad 2012, my brother 1979. Yep. He was 18. I was 19.
When I was married to the first spouse, things got complicated, and without belaboring the point (pun intended), I was unable to have children.
That means that for me, family is very, very important. I will do anything for a family member---and I have had to extend the "concept" of family to friends who I love.
Oddly, I am often a bit of a loner, and very comfortable in my own skin----and okay with being alone. But any time I am needed to help, give a ride, lend a twenty, whatever, I am there. It's not always reciprocated, but I don't care so much about that.
This year, I had planned on holding a family reunion for my mom's side. Typically five "core" aunts and uncles show up, and their offspring. Sadly, one uncle broke his hip. Another aunt is 85 and just can't do it. Another uncle is having health issues....and et cetera.
I just cancelled my family reunion. I feel pretty bad, and I'm not sure if I should have just kept it going....but I did post in my reunion group that there would be a BBQ, and anyone was welcome to attend. I expect to have my darling niece and nephew show up (I am grateful) and probably some friends---certainly some friends.
Kind of surprised at the depth of my emotion, and for the first time in a few years, cried a lot. Surprising to me.
You on the forum are kind of a surrogate family to me. Thanks for listening to me. If you were here, bet we'd be having an icy cold beer and you would listen. Or, we'd take a nice long walk.
Thanks.
I think you have an amazing heart, you will be at home walking the Camino.Oh, I'm being very human today. I am not usually this human, to be honest.
I was told that unless I try the Laphroaig,ive not tasted any Uisci beathaI'll bring the Jameson and smoked salmon.
I hadn't heard of it before now William, there are a lot of whiskeys on the market now that weren't there as I grew up. Standard Jameson is probably one of the best, if not the best Irish whiskeys around IMO.I was told that unless I try the Laphroaig,ive not tasted any Uisci beatha
Alas...the Glenlivet was the last i drank..but..this weekend, I hope to raise a wee dram as my Friend would tell me of Jameson.and with a little soft water to help it along.I hadn't heard of it before now William, there are a lot of whiskeys on the market now that weren't there as I grew up. Standard Jameson is probably one of the best, if not the best Irish whiskeys around IMO.
Drink with no ice, at room temperature and just a little water to release the flavour.
I never knew there was any otherI hadn't heard of it before now William, there are a lot of whiskeys on the market now that weren't there as I grew up. Standard Jameson is probably one of the best, if not the best Irish whiskeys around IMO.
Drink with no ice, at room temperature and just a little water to release the flavour.
bread, cheese, Irish whiskey, chocolate, Belgian brew! This is quite a spread! You all know how to pull a tear from my eye
I will cal it being human. My wife had after here Camino Frances in 2013 problems. She lost here sister just a few months before here journey to Santiago. It took here about 5 months to get menthal and physical up order again. It was a hard time for here. But she is going back to the Camino next year. We walk together from Porto to Santiago. That will be great. I wish you well and a Buen Camino, Peter.I know that every family is different. For me, I've lost most of my "first" family--my mom 2011, my dad 2012, my brother 1979. Yep. He was 18. I was 19.
When I was married to the first spouse, things got complicated, and without belaboring the point (pun intended), I was unable to have children.
That means that for me, family is very, very important. I will do anything for a family member---and I have had to extend the "concept" of family to friends who I love.
Oddly, I am often a bit of a loner, and very comfortable in my own skin----and okay with being alone. But any time I am needed to help, give a ride, lend a twenty, whatever, I am there. It's not always reciprocated, but I don't care so much about that.
This year, I had planned on holding a family reunion for my mom's side. Typically five "core" aunts and uncles show up, and their offspring. Sadly, one uncle broke his hip. Another aunt is 85 and just can't do it. Another uncle is having health issues....and et cetera.
I just cancelled my family reunion. I feel pretty bad, and I'm not sure if I should have just kept it going....but I did post in my reunion group that there would be a BBQ, and anyone was welcome to attend. I expect to have my darling niece and nephew show up (I am grateful) and probably some friends---certainly some friends.
Kind of surprised at the depth of my emotion, and for the first time in a few years, cried a lot. Surprising to me.
You on the forum are kind of a surrogate family to me. Thanks for listening to me. If you were here, bet we'd be having an icy cold beer and you would listen. Or, we'd take a nice long walk.
Thanks.
Still heading on your Camino in September? (as per your profile)
A lucky 'family' will be there waiting for you along the way
Debrita with your description, you remind me of me. I will begin from St. Jean 5/6 days before you. I'm solo, but it would be a total pleasure to walk with you for a while. Who knows, even though I'm a ways ahead of you, I do have a few years on you and it's not impossible that we could hook up. I'm doing the same route as you as well (Madrid, Corazon Puro, overnight St. Jean). If we don't hook up, at least put me down for wine and tapas, and perhaps you might visit my beautiful city of Victoria one day. In addition to your niece and nephew who we know adore you, you must also know that with this forum you are surrounded with family, support, wisdom, encouragement and good humour…..
And I will bring along some Aussie sunshine, happiness and smiles. This Forum is such a wonderful Camino Family and Camino Support. I will also walk with you in spirit during October.
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