[Gocamino] FW: Pilgrim Gathering March 31-April 2

[Sue Kenney]

Richard.

I have been to two of the Gatherings. Virginia in 2002, just after I
returned from my first Camino. I took my mom and we were the only Canadians
there that year. And I was a part of the local team that contributed to
organizing the Toronto Gathering last May. I didn't know anyone the first
time I went and found great comfort in hearing stories, learning more about
the history and meeting other pilgrims so soon after my return home from the
Camino that December. At that time, I felt completely lost and unsure what
to do with my life. I had done very little research and didn't know anyone
who had walked this path and it was the people at this gathering who gave me
the feeling I wasn't alone. I learned about things I couldn't have imagined.

Last year's Gatheirng was truly a magical experience. Since I have now
walked 4 times in total, I know more pilgrims and a lot more about the
Camino itself. I was able to share my past experiences with others by
leading workshops. There were workshops on planning different walks,
learning how to cope with the return back home, historical talks, spiritual
focus, equipment and much more. I also took the Hospitelero training that
was offered so one day I can give back to the pilgrims on the Camino too.

I would highly recommend going if you are able. Unfortunately it's too far 
and out of
my budget to go this year. Hopefully next year I'll be there.

Sue

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Subject: [Gocamino] FW: Pilgrim Gathering March 31-April 2


>I am sitting on the fence about going to the gathering, even though it is
>close to home for me.  The schedule shows unspecified programs and
>workshops, so hard to know if they would be of interest.  I am also kind of
>dubious about the social time, in that I would be very surprised if I knew
>anyone who was going.  (I walked with Spaniards, not Americans).
>
> Has anybody but Kathy been to past gatherings and could cast some light on
> what goes on?
>
> Richard
>
>
> -------------- Forwarded Message: --------------
> From: "Kathy Gower" <kathygower at hotmail.com>
> To: gocamino at oakapple.net
> Subject: [Gocamino] Pilgrim Gathering March 31-April 2
> Date: Thu, 5 Jan 2006 03:57:08 +0000
>> Hurray,
>>
>> It's Pilgrim Gathering time again...our 9th Annual,
>>
>> at Chautauqua, Boulder, Colorado, March 31-April 2nd
>>
>> All are welcome:  great speakers, workshops, walks, and best of all,
>> great
>> pilgrims
>>
>> more information at:  www.americanpilgrims.com
>>
>> or ask
>>
>> zitamacy1999 at yahoo.com
>>
>> see you all there, I hope,
>> Kathy
>>
>>
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