Day 16: Santiago to home

Well here we are, back where it all started. I sat here two weeks ago, watching the world go by with my newly made Canadian pilgrim friends, waiting for my bus to Oviedo and the beginning of my Camino.

It feels good to sit here again and consider my journey: the experiences I have encountered, the friends I have made and the lessons I have learnt.

The world feels a far less daunting place. It’s not the first time I have stepped outside my comfort zone alone in the big wide world, and again I have experienced humanity, kindness and a profound sense that everything is going to be ok. The wider world is such a beautiful place to explore if you only find the bravery to rid yourself of the patterns and safety of daily life and really dive into it.

People say that the Camino is a transformational experience, but I’m not sure that I agree. You don’t transform, but rather you just find a deeper and more honest understanding of yourself and in doing so you see a clearer view of the world without the trappings of your everyday life.

For me the Camino was an extraordinary experience and one that I will never forget. I only hope that I can hold onto all the lessons and remain brave enough to step outside my everyday life and truly see the beauty of the world we live in.Read more