Friday, September 4, 2015

A Camino moment

So, I was out solo, scouting the rating establishments (OK, most don't start EARLY service until 7pm, more are at 9pm).  I was standing by a little cafe that served all day, reading the menu, and an older lady asked if I wanted to join her.  Who wants to eat alone, not most pilgrims, so I accepted...  Holy Shit, we both had so much to talk about in the Autism arena, she said I was the first person she has ever talked to that "got it".  We both enjoyed our meals and promised to finish out stories should out paths cross on the Camino again... 
Seriously, how do two strangers, on similar journies, just bunk into each other.  This town is full of pilgrims.
After we talked, she reaffirmed what I already knew, I have fantastic kids and a wife.  She could think of no other relationship, other then one so solidly grounded, that would support my journey.

OK, I threatened not to get into an emotional blog, but damn, I always read about Camino Magic, but so much and in my first few hours!?!?!?

I always said it started as a quiet calling and became a deafening roar, I am beginning to see why.

Buen Camino
Kevin

P.S. apparently my French and Spanish is good enough to get me by and earn some smiles at the same time.

P.P.S. Yeah, I know I'm tired and that elevates emotional states, but damn!

1 comment:

  1. Honey, she is so right! You do have fantastic kids and me. We also have someone really great in our lives...YOU! This may be Camino Magic for you, but it is also affecting us. We are so proud of you and happy for you. We love you very much.

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