As I was walking home after work today, I realized I was walking east.
My shadow stretched out in front of me, appearing to be my leader.
Hmmm. Being led by a shadow.
As I finish my walk each day along the way to Santiago de Compostela, my shadow will be behind me.
I can't lose my shadow, that darker, fuzzier part of myself, but walking west means I can at least keep it behind me, where I hope it will be less able to trip me up.
I want to walk mindfully, and make each day of my journey meaningful.
I want to be a good pilgrim.
Every day, my plan is to laugh, to make a friend, and to practice gratitude.
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