Not many sleeps left.........

The Compostela Bellas celebrated the Anniversary of St. James on Saturday. The celebrations were officially held on Friday the 25th in Spain. However, we didn't let that dampen the theme as we enjoyed non-alcoholic Sangria, authentic Tortillas (potato, eggs and onions) and other lovely bits&pieces. We looked at maps, talked about our game plan and realized that our departure is fast approaching.

Now I know I've been saying this pretty much the WHOLE time...our departure is fast approaching. Well the truth is, it truly hit me the other morning. I awoke on Monday morning with a recollection about a dream I'd had about the Camino.

It was a clear message that I am going to walk this journey for myself and no one else. The dream was a chaotic scene on that first morning of the walk. Everyone was trying to rush out of the hostel early in the morning to race to the next one. The hustle and bustle was anxiety ridden and almost toxic. Very bizarre but I had been warned of that "vibe" from past pilgrims. Therefore, it didn't come as a complete shock while I was in the dream. I was very pleased that I remained calm and even went to the extreme of setting myself a goal to be the last to leave the refuge. Imagine that? Leaving the competitive, race driven, crowd pleasing ego behind and exploring a more surrendering and trusting nature. There you have it! The theme of the dream and of my journey will be letting go and leaving myself open for whatever gift will present itself. Sometimes gifts come disguised as other things but in my calm and clear state I'll surely be able to better discern them. While in my sometimes agitated states I wander aimlessly past them - so NOTE TO SELF - clarity is key.

Anyhoo...dreaming about events is a good sign. More and more I'm realizing the impact that this adventure will have on my life. It won't be a "stroll in the park" or a "walk in the woods" but more an "exercise in self-mastery".

WOAH! That's deep eih? What can I say? I have my moments :)

Walk on!