Wednesday, May 19, 2010

St. Jean Pied de Port-the Journey Begins

I arrived at the St Jean Pied de Port station and walked with a bunch of pilgrims into town, looking for the Pilgrims information place. I soon had my credential, a scallop shell, and a room. The town is ancient, but very lively. I have met an Italian woman and an Irishman who has ridden his bike from Holland. I was actually able to help some non-French speakers to be understood. It is a struggle to try to understand a foreign language constantly, but thrilling when you succeed. Tomorrow will be a tough day. Pray for good weather. Bon soir.
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11 comments:

  1. GeorgeMay 19, 2010 at 4:26 PM

    Glad you have made it to France, Bev. I look forward to monitoring your progress.

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  2. Roger FurnivalMay 19, 2010 at 6:14 PM

    What an adventure - people in Kentucky want to know about the plane and train trip. They all think you are living 'out of the box'! Guess most don't know the real you.

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  3. bees4meMay 19, 2010 at 6:34 PM

    Great!, so glad to hear. Thanks for the post.

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  4. Roger FurnivalMay 19, 2010 at 6:54 PM

    Hey Beverly - tell us about getting out of Paris.

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  5. UnknownMay 19, 2010 at 7:12 PM

    Reta and I are wishing you well on your trip. I see you have a Tilley hat. Best hat made. I have 2 of them and bought Reta one. Have a great time.

    Bob Smith

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  6. AnonymousMay 19, 2010 at 11:00 PM

    Woo hoo. Glad you made it there ok. Anda con Dios y vuelve con tranquilidad. Love you, Shari

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  7. CPSMay 20, 2010 at 8:58 AM

    WOW! We are thrilled for you. Your Dad turned us on to the Blog. What you are doing makes me think of a recent favorite quote: "Your life is yours alone, rise up and live it." (Terry Goodkind)
    Looking forward to reading more,
    Chris & Martha

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  8. ThomasMay 20, 2010 at 9:38 AM

    Wow mom--that is so like you to be looking out for others, even when you unsure of what to do. Sending you a thought hug right now. (((((hugggggg)))). love you, nat

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  9. Jim RobinsonMay 20, 2010 at 11:30 AM

    Bev...I'm thrilled you arrived safely, & have begun your sojourn! If I understood your post, what identifies you as a pilgrim is the scallop shell? I wonder what the equivalent of the scallop is in each of our daily walks with God? Remember the description of a pilgrimage as "the prayer of the feet"...Keep praying! I'm so proud of you, & wish I was going along with you. Have fun, but be careful...Jesus said, "Be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves." (Matthew 10:16b)

    p.s. You've inspired me to start blogging, too (http://everythingandthekitchensinktoo.blogspot.com)

    Jim

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  10. Oran MorMay 20, 2010 at 4:07 PM

    Jim, the scallop shell is indeed a symbol of the Compostela pilgrim. I think they brought them back fron Finnesterre on the Atlantic as proof that they were there. Believe me, I have been praying, and I feel the prayers of others. It's the only way I could have made it up that mountain!

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  11. AnonymousMay 25, 2010 at 12:35 PM

    Wow is all I can say. Today is the first day that I have been able to check on your progress. Even though I only know your face and not your heart I am so happy that you are getting this awesome opportunity. I wish you well and I look forward to reading about your progress.

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