I just now got a an appoint reminder from my oncologist's assistant us a sing real phone and talking our good ol' Southerense. We Southerners can feel groovy very easily!
I'm not sure if you realize how many lessons and insights you've taught us through your and Jamie's journey. I am making mental notes and also writing some down. Thank you!
And that is why traveling to other countries is so rewarding and instructive. But only if you get off the cruise ship or away from the high end tour guide to be among the people. Only if you surrender yourself to the local experiences and culture. Only if open your mind to experiencing a different way. Only then can you truly evaluate your home culture, recognizing both the strengths and the weaknesses. Blind love of country when you've never left it is a bit like saying you hate a food you have never tasted. And the deeper the immersion, the more you will grow. You have certainly had that, Sean and Jamie.
Welcome home! I agree that now is the time for both of you to get home, relax and enjoy hearing from the Spirit of God about what you have just done for the past 2 months. These are the life lessons that impact the rest of your life whether it is days, weeks, months, years or decades. What you have just completed was one of the major tests of life and your grade will come from God. Take time and you will get an A+. If you jump on the wagon and disregard this time you will miss out and get a C or a D and may have to take the lesson all over again. This is just some wisdom from a 71 year old widow who has had to repeat lessons in the past.
Welcome back to the realities of home. I wonder, maybe it's on the Camimo you lived the real life?
As a European, I can only agree with you. Life in the US is waaaay more different, much faster, and often more superficial than in Europe. No judgment, just fact of different cultures.
Ever I am trying to remember that people are starved - for God! I saw that on your Camino. I have to slow down enough to connect and maybe, just maybe we can share something about our lives. There is a God hole in each of us. May the God who sees you and heals you and most of all loves you bless you (and all of us, me too) this day!
Your thoughts continue to rivet me until your next blog…prayers the splash back into Americana not too traumatic and you are able to do as hoped…prayers for yours and Jamie’s continued blessings ✝️
Ah, Customs. That's a familiar sight :-). Welcome home! I will take your advice to slow down, consider another viewpoint, and share my faith with a gentle and humble heart, understanding that everyone is on a different journey. Wouldn't the world be a much nicer place if we could all learn to do that? Thank you, Sean.
Sean, thank you for taking us on your and Jamie's journey! Thank you for your insight into different cultures and thank you most of all showing us that our Creator is all around us and for bringing us back to what is important!
I was blessed to do the Walk to Emmaus weekend many years ago. From Thursday night until Sunday evening I was immersed in all that is Holy. I was a pilgrim who was loved and cared for by total strangers. My life was completely changed. This walk to Santiago was it? Has obviously transformed your lives and will continue until you reach the ultimate Destination.
Oh, yes. An Emmaus weekend definitely has that same immersion experience. A tiny tidbit of what the Camino is, I'm sure. I've served an Emmaus weekend teams and am anticipating taking a small bite out of the Camino next year. I have been practicing slowing down and relishing the deep connection with a Holy God who loves me ever since my Emmaus walk and can't wait to walk the Camino. De Colores!
I think ALL Americans should visit a foreign shore at least once in their life (and, no, Playe del Carmen doesn't count); makes us appreciate what we've got here, including the velocity of life.
I appreciate your observations, particularly the spiritual aspect; I think we could stand for a little more of that to rub off on us.
🎵 Slow down, you move too fast
You got to make the morning last
Just kicking down the cobblestones
Looking for fun and feeling groovy🎵
Good ‘ole Simon and Garfunkel, circa their 1966 album “Parsley, Sage, Rosemary, and Thyme.” Gotta’ love it, almost SIXTY years later❣️
Yes! I hum or sing this when I feel myself speeding up too much.
I just now got a an appoint reminder from my oncologist's assistant us a sing real phone and talking our good ol' Southerense. We Southerners can feel groovy very easily!
I'm not sure if you realize how many lessons and insights you've taught us through your and Jamie's journey. I am making mental notes and also writing some down. Thank you!
I can’t wait to hear all about how your pets and Becca act when they see you!
Sean or Jamie, please video all home arrivals and share with us.
Larry
You are now a Slow Soul. ❤️
And that is why traveling to other countries is so rewarding and instructive. But only if you get off the cruise ship or away from the high end tour guide to be among the people. Only if you surrender yourself to the local experiences and culture. Only if open your mind to experiencing a different way. Only then can you truly evaluate your home culture, recognizing both the strengths and the weaknesses. Blind love of country when you've never left it is a bit like saying you hate a food you have never tasted. And the deeper the immersion, the more you will grow. You have certainly had that, Sean and Jamie.
Susan, well stated. I agree with you.
Welcome home! I agree that now is the time for both of you to get home, relax and enjoy hearing from the Spirit of God about what you have just done for the past 2 months. These are the life lessons that impact the rest of your life whether it is days, weeks, months, years or decades. What you have just completed was one of the major tests of life and your grade will come from God. Take time and you will get an A+. If you jump on the wagon and disregard this time you will miss out and get a C or a D and may have to take the lesson all over again. This is just some wisdom from a 71 year old widow who has had to repeat lessons in the past.
Very wise, Debra.
Welcome back to the realities of home. I wonder, maybe it's on the Camimo you lived the real life?
As a European, I can only agree with you. Life in the US is waaaay more different, much faster, and often more superficial than in Europe. No judgment, just fact of different cultures.
Ever I am trying to remember that people are starved - for God! I saw that on your Camino. I have to slow down enough to connect and maybe, just maybe we can share something about our lives. There is a God hole in each of us. May the God who sees you and heals you and most of all loves you bless you (and all of us, me too) this day!
Your thoughts continue to rivet me until your next blog…prayers the splash back into Americana not too traumatic and you are able to do as hoped…prayers for yours and Jamie’s continued blessings ✝️
Ah, Customs. That's a familiar sight :-). Welcome home! I will take your advice to slow down, consider another viewpoint, and share my faith with a gentle and humble heart, understanding that everyone is on a different journey. Wouldn't the world be a much nicer place if we could all learn to do that? Thank you, Sean.
Sean, thank you for taking us on your and Jamie's journey! Thank you for your insight into different cultures and thank you most of all showing us that our Creator is all around us and for bringing us back to what is important!
I was blessed to do the Walk to Emmaus weekend many years ago. From Thursday night until Sunday evening I was immersed in all that is Holy. I was a pilgrim who was loved and cared for by total strangers. My life was completely changed. This walk to Santiago was it? Has obviously transformed your lives and will continue until you reach the ultimate Destination.
Oh, yes. An Emmaus weekend definitely has that same immersion experience. A tiny tidbit of what the Camino is, I'm sure. I've served an Emmaus weekend teams and am anticipating taking a small bite out of the Camino next year. I have been practicing slowing down and relishing the deep connection with a Holy God who loves me ever since my Emmaus walk and can't wait to walk the Camino. De Colores!
This is so very minor, but did y'all lose any weight? And what's the first thing you want to eat now that you're back in the USA?
Welcome home, Sean.
I think ALL Americans should visit a foreign shore at least once in their life (and, no, Playe del Carmen doesn't count); makes us appreciate what we've got here, including the velocity of life.
I appreciate your observations, particularly the spiritual aspect; I think we could stand for a little more of that to rub off on us.
But don't worry about the bra, bro.
Do the Pencil Test to determine whether you should wear a bra in public.
I probably need a “C” cup.
Welcome home! ❤️
😂😂😂💕
Welcome home!! Please, don't worry about the bra ... can't shake that image.