Thursday’s Sabbath

ByJan Taylor

He is in control of our days. Hallelujah!!!

We awakened this morning in our cute, cute Casa Rural to 3 inches of snow. Snow is predicted all day. Before us lay the last big ascent and descent. We recover quickly but we can sense tiredness in our legs. We are prepared for snow with snow tips for our trekking poles ( Thankful that we didn’t discard them in the tropical heat waves we have had.)Our precious proprietor knew a way to circumspect the hill and we gratefully agreed. The rest of the mileage was flat. It was easy to hike to the next village where we had made a reservation for REST though it was heavy snow the entire way. We left our packs at the hotel. Bought a cheap pair of waterproof gloves and are sitting in a warm cafe having cafe con leche. I know it is Thursday but it feels like Sabbath….quiet,holy,restorative. We are really grateful for the rest.

Folks, I have left out SO many God appearances. Please forgive me. When we arrive in late afternoon we collapse; shower; wash clothes; have dinner. By the time I start to post I am consumed with the physical part of Camino. It is so much more than physical.

Glimpses of the Trinity:

  • After we left Palas de Rei yesterday the Camino led us right passed a lovely small ancient church. There in the door of that sanctuary was a humble man dressed in old corduroies and warm sweater. He beckoned us in “Peregrinos come in and get warm. Get your Creditials stamped. Rest. ” It was the most lovely habitation for God’s people. I took a short video and will try to post it.
  • As we entered Melide, which was about 2/3rds of our hike we saw a lovely cafe to the side. At that time it was sleeting with heavy gusts of wind. The owner of the cafe opened her door and gestured for us to come in out of the elements. She was helping us take off ponchos; removing packs; directing us to the heater. She then served delicious organic vegetable soup. She treated us as if we were her family. She blessed our trip as we left.
  • He keeps on PROVIDING for us. From hand warmers given before the trip by a beloved Brit to super glue for a grip on a hiking pole to the Spainerd, Bigi, speaking Spainish for us to locate our hotel. Our proprietor going out of her way to make the Way easier. He is ALWAYS there…the good Sheperd leading the way.

Buen Camino!