Day 079n: On first & final partings … (July 02, 2019)
Alone once more, I flowed onward with ease on this dry & dusty day — up and into the hamlet of Ilarratz (where I met and said my final farewells* to Diego from Argentina at the font located across from the St. Lucy’s Abbey), and then through the town of Eskirotz, whereafter Trevor from England was well met on the Path and well walked with a bit thereafter – with us sharing a mutual regard for one another with smooth gaits and even smoother banter until we parted ways at the village of Larrascana (which was Trevor’s scheduled stop for the day) …
“What greater thing is there for two human Souls, than to feel that they are somehow indelibly joined in this life – to strengthen each other in times of trial, to rest on one another in times of fear or sorrow, to minister to each other in times of pain or loss, to be one with one another and walk together in silent unspeakable memories at moments of first meeting and last parting?” ~ inspired by George Eliot
*How to most caringly “close” any seemingly ending encounter/relationship – Compliment &/or encourage the other, witness to The Way of Kindness by giving generously of cryptic knowledge &/or cherished possessions, exchange contact information in case he or she is ever in future need, hug them close while wishing them a life of Peace & Joy …
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