05/23/2026
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to hike across Spain along the historic Camino de Santiago? My trip there gifted me with so many riches of the heart and soul and body too. My story goes like this: I made the decision to go on this trip pretty much at the last minute. I am grateful I could spontaneously say “yes” to the many surprises that would unfold for me, and to for creating such a special experience for her group. This whole year, after completing my baking book last year, has been about exploring: new ideas, new creativities, new ways of thinking about and experiencing my life. I highly recommend anything that helps us do this!! Change for the sake of growth is ohh soo good. I’m still on this exciting path into newness.
I spent loads of time trying to figure out what I might need on the hike. Note: I had never hiked, per se, before! Long walks, sure. Speedy runs, often! But a hike-as-journey? New new new.
Turns out that this is what I needed to bring along—above all: an openness to finding out how to better hear what God has in store for me. Each day we pulled quotes that we each shared with each other. Mine were so on point!
1. People are capable, at any time in their lives, of doing what they dream of.” Slowing down, getting off my devices (though yes, I took these and loads of photos!), and breathing in the beauty of the Camino helps me get to know what it is I dream of. P.S. Dreaming is more than good! It is essential!
2. “As you move toward a dream, the dream moves toward you.” My dreams are taking shape and moving toward me! Yours can, too.
3. “Our heart knows what our mind has forgotten—it knows the sacred that is within all that exists….”
4. “It is not our job to remain whole. We come to lose our leaves like the trees, and be born again, drawing up from great roots.” Loss, its inevitability, can lead us to a new and even better self.
5. “Be still, and know that I am God.” Slowing down, watching the path that unfolds just ahead, and recognizing all that amazes, awakens, and enlightens.
Buen Camino!
