I am always finding myself analysing other people and deciding what sort of person I think they are - Supermarket queues are the worst, I am fascinated, and frequently shocked, by what other people buy and eat. (I will understand if you hide next time you see me in Superstore). So as we set off on this 'life changing' experience I am going to resolve to stop judging others by their appearance and to be more tolerant.
People will be judging us I know.
We aren't staying in albergues (the hostels where you can share a room and bathroom with 500 other people) but in small hostels and guest houses. This way we get some privacy and contribute to the local economy.
We aren't carrying all our stuff but having some of it transported for us. Gary has a 'funny' hip and I can get a bad back, carrying all our stuff could mean that we are unable to complete the Camino.
We are doing The Way Our Way. I don't wish to be judged so I am going to try not to judge others.
So now the count down begins.
The people who are going to be house sitting for us are on their way (and due to arrive sometime Friday) and we have begun to pack our bags.
I am constantly surprised by how much room the stuff I have actually takes up. I know that part of this whole process is about realising how few things we really need but my hair does 'need' a hairdrier and straighteners - even though I don't plan to use them all the time!
It would be so much easier to be a man!
This past year has taught me that we judge ourselves far more than other people do. Physically I have changed so much, have had to get used to no hair, a wig, now short hair, the scars of surgery and the weight gain. All of this bothers no one but me - Eric and the children are just glad I'm here. Stop being hard on youself - you always have been - ditch the hair drier and enjoy the freedom of being who you want for a few weeks. When we look at your photos it will be with envy and pleasure, not judgment. Lx
ReplyDeleteThanks Lindsaye - I know I shouldn't moan about my hair, there are so many more important things! Maybe I could compromise and leave the hair drier but take the straighteners - for really bad days! :D xxx
DeleteI did not see this post until today. Already this trip seems to be living up to your expectation of introspection, even before you departed! It is clear that you are where you are supposed to be right now and I am so grateful that you are sharing your incredible gift.
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