Along the pilgrim way we have been journaling, drawing, writing poetry and musing as we listen to voices, ancient and modern, and try to make sense of what is being evoked within our souls. Each day Phil gives us another nugget, another layer to add to the mosaic that is Ireland. I love St. Brigid… Continue reading
According to Statistician Nic Marks, with the Centre for Well-Being, the 5 practices for happiness are: 1) connect socially, 2) be active, 3) be mindful, 4) keep learning, 5) be generous. We all do this as part of sacred travel so these age-old truths may seem obvious to us, on a personal level, but Nic… Continue reading
After months of anticipation, Ireland is extending a warm greeting to this pilgrim from Cleveland, Ohio. Our pilgrimage leader, Phil Cousineau, is a long-time friend and muse. I know I’ll come away from this trek with my soul blessed; inspired, enriched, and also seeking and questing. As I know Phil will give full, detailed and… Continue reading
It almost seems impossible to live in the now when there is a trip on the horizon. I can’t help but get excited about my upcoming future excursion and wish I was there right now! I know enough to pull myself back to the present moment and focus on the energy I’m feeling which of… Continue reading
I believe the journey is always waiting for us – it’s just a matter of time before we act upon it. Often the journey begins to take form in our conscious mind through our physical senses. We see a movie, read a book, eat a type of cuisine, hear some music, smell a flower, or… Continue reading