A message to my Readers. This is in advance.
As I continue preparations for the Appalachian Trail final push beginning in mid-June, I will be simplifying the rhythm of the blog for a season.
For the next few months I expect to post primarily Sunday reflections and occasional major feast reflections as time and circumstances permit.
Thank you for reading, praying and journeying with me through these daily reflections. The writing practice has been a blessing to me personally and spiritually, and I hope also for you.
I’ve added the category: ATNOBO26
This will be for the trail photos and stories as they occur – ordinary trail memories.
For the spiritual focus will be The Luminous Mysteries.
In any event, there are 2,410 blog entries to read if you get bored 🙂
You’ll be able to search using that keyword for photos. Nothing there yet, but will be 🙂
Be well. Drop a line from time to time.
Peace be with you,
Deacon Gerry
A reflective and personal update—blending spiritual introspection, community connection, and a practical life transition toward a significant journey on the Appalachian Trail. 🥾✨
There is something quietly peaceful about the way this prepares for the journey ahead not with noise or dramatic buildup, but with simplification, reflection, and steadier rhythms.
I especially liked the phrase “ordinary trail memories.” Somehow it makes the coming miles feel less like performance and more like attentive living one step at a time.
And the mirror image beside the church reflection fits beautifully with that inward sense of preparation before the trail even begins.
You said it perfectly. All the training is not about performance it is so I can experience the beauty without the bodily drama! Also, figuring out my devotional focus more specifically.
Oh, yes!!! God bless you 🎁🤍🌟