Walking Camino in memory of my wife

[BIGWHEEL200]

Victor Maldonado, I will be on the Camino Frances beginning May 2, 2018. Once in Santiago I plan on walking to Fatima. I am doing this in memory of my wife, Elsa who passed away from ovarian cancer on November 15, 2017. She completed the Camino with me in May through June 2015. She did this three months after her third round of chemo, and completed it in 33 days.

 

[Dorpie]

I'm so sorry for your loss. What a wonderful way to celebrate your wife's memory.

 

[FeatherG]

Victor, I wish you a wonderful trip. This is an amazing journey you are going to take, and just so you know, ... Else will be with you, every step of the way. She is your Camino Angel, and she will guide you, give you strength and direction when you need it, and whisper loving words to you along the way. She is sooo proud of you, and the example you are setting for others, who have lost someone very special. It will be a lovely journey, and I hope you experience some wonderful times. They say 'the longest journey starts with a single step', so .... walk on Victor ... and Buen Camino, or as we say in Ireland 'go neiri an bothar leat'!

 

[Former member 49149]

Victor Maldonado, I will be on the Camino Frances beginning May 2, 2018. Once in Santiago I plan on walking to Fatima. I am doing this in memory of my wife, Elsa who passed away from ovarian cancer on November 15, 2017. She completed the Camino with me in May through June 2015. She did this three months after her third round of chemo, and completed it in 33 days.

Thank you, Victor, for your post. In your own way, your walk will still be with your wife. Ultreia.

 

[Sailor]

Victor, welcome aboard, your first post! I was stationed with another Victor Maldonado a couple of decades ago. Buena suerte y que la luz de Dios alumbre su camino.

 

[Rebekah Scott]

I find the Camino an excellent place to walk with those who have passed on. There are some really special spots along the way where you can lay down that burden and set their spirits free, as well. You will recognize them when you get there.

 

[HedaP]

@Rebekah Scott has said it perfectly. She is completely right. Have a very buen camino, Victor.

 

[Deleted member 12253]

Victor Maldonado, I will be on the Camino Frances beginning May 2, 2018. Once in Santiago I plan on walking to Fatima. I am doing this in memory of my wife, Elsa who passed away from ovarian cancer on November 15, 2017. She completed the Camino with me in May through June 2015. She did this three months after her third round of chemo, and completed it in 33 days.

May she rest in peace

 

[Waka]

My thoughts and prayers will be with both of you along the Way.

 

[Bala]

What a beautiful journey you are taking. Your wife must have been an amazing person to complete the Camino last year. What a blessing to have been able to walk together. May peace, strength and comfort be yours.

 

[KCarole]

May she rest in peace. Buen Camino

 

[Iriebabel]

She will be with you the entire way. Sorry for your loss and Buen Camino.

 

[oursonpolaire]

The Pilgrims' Office will inscribe her name on your compostela if you let them know that it is a memorial pilgrimage. This is an ancient practice which is still appreciated by some. Have the name written out for them, if you choose to do this.

 

[Susan Campbell]

Victor Maldonado, I will be on the Camino Frances beginning May 2, 2018. Once in Santiago I plan on walking to Fatima. I am doing this in memory of my wife, Elsa who passed away from ovarian cancer on November 15, 2017. She completed the Camino with me in May through June 2015. She did this three months after her third round of chemo, and completed it in 33 days.

I too will be walking the Comino beginning on 11th March. In memory of the husband I adored and lost last year. I lost myself when he died, the Comino is the only hope I have of finding myself again. I hope you will also find yourself. I so want to lay my burden of grief down. And live peacefully with our memories. I want no longer to fear waking in our empty bed. I hope your Camino is all that you hopebit to be: Susa

 

[Iriebabel]

I too will be walking the Comino beginning on 11th March. In memory of the husband I adored and lost last year. I lost myself when he died, the Comino is the only hope I have of finding myself again. I hope you will also find yourself. I so want to lay my burden of grief down. And live peacefully with our memories. I want no longer to fear waking in our empty bed. I hope your Camino is all that you hopebit to be: Susa

So sorry for your loss @Susan Campbell. I wilsh you Buen Camino and I know he also walks beside you

 

[lt56ny]

A part of all true Pilgrim’s soul are one with the Camino for eternity. She walks with you. Burn Camino Peregrino.

 

[Bala]

I too will be walking the Comino beginning on 11th March. In memory of the husband I adored and lost last year. I lost myself when he died, the Comino is the only hope I have of finding myself again. I hope you will also find yourself. I so want to lay my burden of grief down. And live peacefully with our memories. I want no longer to fear waking in our empty bed. I hope your Camino is all that you hopebit to be: Susa

So sorry for your loss, Susan. May the Camino bring you consolation, peace and healing. Love is eternal. Treasure your memories. All the best to you.

 

[Katherine Radeka]

Victor and Susan, depending on where you start from, you may encounter me on your journey. I start May 2 from SJPP to Orisson the first night. Then I'll be traveling slower and taking more rest days since I have 40 days before Santiago.

As others have said, your loved ones will be with you on this journey. May the Camino give you time and grace for the memories of your partners' love for you.

 

[BIGWHEEL200]

Victor and Susan, depending on where you start from, you may encounter me on your journey. I start May 2 from SJPP to Orisson the first night. Then I'll be traveling slower and taking more rest days since I have 40 days before Santiago.

As others have said, your loved ones will be with you on this journey. May the Camino give you time and grace for the memories of your partners' love for you.

Victor and Susan, depending on where you start from, you may encounter me on your journey. I start May 2 from SJPP to Orisson the first night. Then I'll be traveling slower and taking more rest days since I have 40 days before Santiago.

As others have said, your loved ones will be with you on this journey. May the Camino give you time and grace for the memories of your partners' love for you.

I begin on May 3 from St. Jean. Travel safe, Burn Camino

 

[nycwalking]

May the Milky Way illuminate your steps.

Buen camino.

 

[Kiwi-family]

May you find peace and pockets of joy.

 

[AlwynWellington]

@BIGWHEEL200 , my experience for the past two years mirrors your forthcoming pilgrimage intention. I pray you will achieve what you seek.

Kia kaha (take care, be brave)

 

[MichelleElynHogan]

Hugs Victor,

Prayers are with you on your pilgrimage.

I, too, am dedicating my Camino this year to my Parents My Father would have been 100 this year, my Mother would have been 95, and so wanted to come with me. She did, in 2016, when I carried her ashes and placed them in the sea at Fisterre.

 

[Colette Z]

Victor Maldonado, I will be on the Camino Frances beginning May 2, 2018. Once in Santiago I plan on walking to Fatima. I am doing this in memory of my wife, Elsa who passed away from ovarian cancer on November 15, 2017. She completed the Camino with me in May through June 2015. She did this three months after her third round of chemo, and completed it in 33 days.

God bless you both

 

[markmcilroy]

Victor and Susan you will find quite a few pilgrims on the Camino that can totally empathise with you. There is nothing better than sharing your story on the trail, it certainly helped me and I'm sure it helped those that I listen to.

 

[PMF]

Victor Maldonado, I will be on the Camino Frances beginning May 2, 2018. Once in Santiago I plan on walking to Fatima. I am doing this in memory of my wife, Elsa who passed away from ovarian cancer on November 15, 2017. She completed the Camino with me in May through June 2015. She did this three months after her third round of chemo, and completed it in 33 days.

I walked in 2016 carrying some of my husband’s ashes. Sadly it was one of the last trips he’d planned before his death, so I felt he deserved to ride along.
Though extremely difficult emotionally- the magic of the Camino gave me strength to face the future.
I too will be returning to the Camino again May 3, celebrating the joy of life that I thought I’d lost with the loss of my husband.
Perhaps we’ll pass on the trail, if not my heart goes with you and hope the healing powers of the Camino find you. Buen Camino. Penny