Why I'm Traveling El Camino

Dear Friends: I am posting my first entry in response to a question I received. The question was "Why are you taking this pilgrimage?" Well first a description. El Camino de Santiago, or the Way of St. James, is a pilgrimage to the cathedral of Santiago de Compostela, located in northwestern Spain. It has been one of the most important Christian pilgrimages since medieval times and has existed for over 1000 years. Tradition has it that it is the burial site of the apostle James. I'm going for a number of reasons: One to walk the path of thousands of Christians before me; second, to use the time for reflection as to where God is leading my life, and lastly for the emotional, spiritual and physical challenge it will provide. With my position, I have very few opportunities to spend extended periods of quiet reflection and look forward to having dedicated time with God without the many distractions that are common in every day life. In the left menu bar you will see a link that will lead you to a site which will provide more information about the Camino de Santiago.--Blessings, MD.