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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Hi everybody</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>To Elisa who asked specifically about the meeting
in Toronto on March 15, and to Antonio to whom I promised information, I can
report the following( although I am in no way the official
spokesperson):</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>I did join the group, however, and now have my
credential for stamping which is quite exciting - now the hard part - getting in
better shape for September. There were three presentations from folks
who've done the Camino and one from an employee of Mountain Co-op on gear ( a
jam-packed three hours).</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2> I did also find out the the book recommended
as the practical bible of the walk (Pilgrim Guide to Spain # 1 - The
Camino Frances by David Wesson) and available from the Confraternity of St.
James in London, can also be ordered from a Spanish-language
bookstore in Toronto, the name of which is Boli Spanish Books, located at 609
Bloor St. W. Toronto, ON (416) 536-2772. I'll check out price,
etc. and let you know if there is interest. </FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>If you're interested in equipment, Mountain Co-op's
email address is: <A href="http://www.mountaincoop.com">www.mountaincoop.com</A>
(of course).</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>The pilgrim speakers were all truly inspirational
in their own way. I can't begin to speak here on how much I was moved
by Sue Kenney's recounting of the symbolism of stones for her on
the Camino, the purpose to which she put them and how she continues the
practice in her everyday life.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Warm thoughts</FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Linda O'Leary-Lyons</FONT></DIV>
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