<HTML><FONT FACE=arial,helvetica><FONT SIZE=2>I understand Terry's dilemma with receiving so many posts from GOCAMINO. But
<BR>if I may just add my opinion on this, I have to say I rather like the
<BR>communal feeling of the list and familial relationships that are forged.
<BR>I've also found that its easy to just delete the subjects that don't interest
<BR>me - though I'll be honest and say that happens very rarely.
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<BR>After reading Linda's message I find that I too would like to read about
<BR>matters other than the "practical." Although once again, I realize I've been
<BR>guilty of asking some mundane questions. My apologies. However, let me say
<BR>that I really appreciate the more mundane threads as some have asked
<BR>questions that I hadn't thought of. I do empathize with those of you who
<BR>feel you have to wade through the cacophony of newbie voices. Further, I
<BR>don't know how much I can contribute re: the historical and aesthetic aspects
<BR>of the pilgrimage, but I would love to learn more. I've just begun Linda's
<BR>book and am seeing how rich a path this truly is. For example, I find I am
<BR>fascinated by the Templar associations. Additionally, I will soon be
<BR>entering a graduate program in religious studies and folklore, so any of the
<BR>mythology of the Way or its surrounding folklore would be a fantastic topic!
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<BR>If I may reiterate that I, for one, truly enjoy hearing (reading) all of the
<BR>voices. If we limited (dare I say censored?) some of those voices I think
<BR>we may be depriving ourselves. That's just my opinion. I have every
<BR>intention of continuing on this list for quite some time regardless. I
<BR>cannot wait until I return and share my experiences with you.
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<BR>With love,
<BR>Gabrielle</FONT></HTML>