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The Camino was the hardest and most amazing thing I have ever done.
Where do…moreThe Camino was the hardest and most amazing thing I have ever done.
Where do I start?
-The history of the place is unbelievable...one night I stayed in a 12th century Refugio. The way even predates Christianity as it was used by the Celts following the Milky Way.
-The people, I met people from all round the world, all doing the Camino for their own personal reason. The comradeship and friendships you make on the way are fantastic
What did I get out of it? I took my video camera and have shot a doco.
I lugged 18 kg of gear for nearly 800 km over 34 days...I lost 8 kilos
Was it a spiritual experience? Yes, I started from square one with my belief system. I see the Camino as a purification process, a
purification of body and of mind. Some say there are 3 stages, the physical, the mental or emotional and the spiritual.
Physical - go thru pain, blisters etc, ends in a euphoric feeling similar to a runners high.
Mental or emotional - when you hit the flat lands of the meseta between Burgos and Leon you've been walking for about 2 weeks and it is no longer fun, the distances between towns can be as much as 18 kms, Anything that doesn't allow you to be 'in the moment' acts as a
distraction, e.g. looking at your watch, wanting a coffee in the next town. All the problem areas of your life well up in you and you are
tested, many return to old addictions, for me cigarettes. This staged ends with a feeling of being 'in the moment' and appreciating the
nature around you, meditating.
Spiritual - The Camino becomes a walking meditation, you feel in tune with nature and I myself felt protected (by god) You learn to 'go with the flow' and not so much impose your own will on the happenings of the day. you start to realize a lot of your worries are your own making.
I also had a miracle happen which informed me there is a god, my whole belief system has changed....I no longer believe in the term sin, but I do believe we make mistakes, have the free will to make mistakes and that even thinking a negative thought takes us away from our relationship with our creator. less
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Four major museums, a world-class botanical garden, and culinary delicacies whe…moreFour major museums, a world-class botanical garden, and culinary delicacies whet one’s appetite through this enticing taste of the alluring arts district of the Paseo del Prado in Madrid. Join Iris Brooks and Jon H. Davis of Northern Lights Studio as they explore Spain’s vibrant capital city in a cultural feast for all the senses. less
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The alluring paradise of Lanzarote in the Spanish archipelago of the Canary Isl…moreThe alluring paradise of Lanzarote in the Spanish archipelago of the Canary Islands offers stunning views as well as intriguing art, architecture, and wind sculptures. Join Iris Brooks and Jon H. Davis of Northern Lights Studio as they explore this intriguing island off the northwest coast of Africa. Visit www.NLScreativemedia.com less
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La Barceloneta is a very lively quarter in Barcelona. You can go to the beach a…moreLa Barceloneta is a very lively quarter in Barcelona. You can go to the beach and have a dive and the walk trough the narrow streets, looking for delicious sea food for lunch. Do you want to know where to have the best "tapas"? Then, you'll have to watch!! less
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While almost the whole world is celebrating Halloween, in Catalonia and Barcelo…moreWhile almost the whole world is celebrating Halloween, in Catalonia and Barcelona we celebrate la Castanyada: "castanyes", "panellets", Gina has everything ready. Do you want to know what is it about? less
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La Boqueria's market is the perfect place to buy fresh food in Barcelona. Fruit…moreLa Boqueria's market is the perfect place to buy fresh food in Barcelona. Fruits, vegetables, meat, fish and more in this colourful and nice place, where you will fins everything necessary to prepare a delicious meal. less
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Varanasi is a famous Hindu holy city situated on the banks of the river Ganges …moreVaranasi is a famous Hindu holy city situated on the banks of the river Ganges (Ganga) in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. It is one of the oldest continually inhabited cities in the world, dating back thousands of years and contemporaneous with the Sumer civilization. The city is called Kashi, "the luminous" in the Rigveda. It is often also referred to as "city of temples and learning." less
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