Empezamos

Barry Brailsford told me weeks before I set foot on Te Huarahi O Rongo Marae Roa, "The trail will start to walk you long before you see it...and will continue long after you have stepped off it."

He was right.

Three years ago, almost to the day, I started walking intentional pathways of the spirit. Now, 48 days before I leave for Spain, El Camino de Santiago de Compostela is calling to me louder than ever.

It is speaking in whispers of encouragement from friends, sponsors coming forward from places I have walked, like Icebreaker, and the smolder burning in my chest at the sound of flamenco and sun.

The terrain is different than before, but the warmth and unfurling of support from the universe feels familiar like family. There is much yet to do before I leave, moving out of my flat, finishing my job, meditation retreats, fundraising and loving my friends. Through it all, I hear the word, "Ultreya", or "Courage!...Keep going!" winding us together and blessing this adventure. The trail is stretching out before me and I am ready to take the first step.

Come with me and experience the wonder of wishes coming true at every age.