A lifetime of encounters with Spain.
Posted in Amigos, Reflections on Spain on Mar 15th, 2010
I have been writing reflections about Spain and her culture over the past several years. The prevailing theme has been that the bedrock of the traditional Spanish culture is the importance they place on being together as a family, including the extraordinary way they cherish their children. A few years ago, this was the normal [...]
Posted in Reflexiones en Español on Mar 15th, 2010
Hace ya varios años que escribo reflexiones sobre España y su cultura. Mi tema principal en estas reflexiones ha sido siempre el fundamento de la cultura española tradicional: la importancia que los españoles otorgan a la reunión en familia y la extraordinaria manera en que demuestran su amor por sus hijos. Hasta hace unos años [...]
This two part video is an excellent presentation prepared by my friend Han de Roos who provides La Tienda with Can Solivera Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Wild Olive Oil by Can Solivera and the exquisite Can Solivera Extra Virgin Olive Oil Soap.
Posted in Corners of Spain on Mar 1st, 2010
Over the years we have formed bonds with pilgrims from all over the USA. Especially since the College of William & Mary and others in Williamsburg were some of the early movers to establish a gathering and format for fellow pilgrims whose hearts were draw to Santiago and the Camino for reasons best know to themselves.
This kind of bonding has grown with regular gatherings. The next one is 16-23 March at Winter Park Florida. You might find it a remarkably renewing experience. Check out www.americanpilgrims.com.
