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Author Archives: jroesler728
I Have Done Enough
During the night I recognized that my body had gone as far as it could go. I needed rest. I struggled. I needed to finish. I rationalized: even God rested one day out of seven. I didn’t want to come … Continue reading
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Tagged certificate, Jesus, mountains, needs, sacrifice, struggles, valedictorian
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Lessons from the Camino
Today is my third day walking. I am mostly walking alone, which is the recommended way. Here are some thoughts that blessed me. Watch the sheep. They peacefully graze in the green pastures. There is no evidence of concern. Use … Continue reading
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Tagged advice, Camino, forgiveness, goodness, Jesus, lessons, pastures, Peter, rooster, sheep, shepherd, water
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Breaking News: Train Crash Kills Nearly 100 People
Note: The next several posts are about my recent trip to Spain where I walked the pilgrimage trail of the Camino. I was in Madrid when my phone rang at 2 am. My friend from home was frantic. She knew … Continue reading
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Tagged Camino, Canada, City Celebration, crash, death, festivities, grieving, Santiago, Spain, train
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Learning to walk
I am writing this having completed the second day of the Camino de Santiago. I am walking with my 30 year old nephew whose energy and stamina prompt me to attach a disability sticker to my backpack. Among my challenges: … Continue reading
Posted in Thoughts and Reflections
Tagged declines, encounters, God, inclines, nephew, pastoral views, pilgrimage, steps, strangers, walk
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Each Step I Take…
I am taking the first steps today for a Pilgrimage in Europe. My heart is volleying between eager anticipation and a fear that dementia has robbed me of my ability to recognize my own limitations. I am expecting to gain … Continue reading
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