Monthly Archives: April 2014

St. Cuthbert’s Way Day 3: The kindness of strangers

My stay at Allerton House was fantastic. From the moment my host picked me up, he and his wife cared for me wth compassion. They were concerned I hadn’t had supper (I was too exhausted to eat) and made sure … Continue reading

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St. Cuthbert’s Way Day 2: Beauty and a beast of a day

I took my very first steps along St. Cuthbert’s Way in beautiful sunshine. Everything sparkled in the morning light (Alright, I slept in and didn’t get on the path until 10:00. I would come regret that later. Also that I … Continue reading

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I had planned to arrive in Melrose (the beginning of St. Cuthbert’s Way) on Monday well before noon. I was close (it was 4 o’clock). Everything went swimmingly until my flight was delayed, so I missed the connection and had … Continue reading

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New boots, new journey!

I am taking a course on Celtic spirituality as a part of my Doctor of Ministry studies, and am leaving Sunday afternoon to spend two weeks in Scotland and England. That meant I needed new boots! The second week I … Continue reading

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