I had decided a few years ago to do the walk- but things came up and I'd decide to put it off… Once a person decides to commit to a pilgrimage - that very moment is really the beginning of the journey and if you are mindful you watch it unfold...accept the gifts that come along with that commitment -- it's a call to open yourself to experiences that whether you like it or not will transform you... Open to knowing that you will return differently and are willing to walk into the unknown!! The path is challenging- you are out in the world- at times alone- out of your comfort zone- physically and emotionally - and you are required to be fully present every second to everything and everyone- as much as I try to be this present and mindful in my everyday life--it was much more amplified on the path-- some moments - in nature - were about being absolutely still & breath taking... Some moments going uphill were about taking one breath, one step, one moment at a time... And then there were moments of amazing interconnectedness - kindness, a smile, compassion, love... Moments of feeling safe, happy, free-- I felt that I/ we are all precious --as we keep our hearts open to each other.. I was in gratitude for those along the path, my family, friends and patients that supported me thru this journey and sponsored me... And grateful that I achieved my goals .. And Prashanti School/ kids will benefit from this journey!!! In spirit, Edie
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October 2015
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