Today is Friday, 14 October, and I am in Southampton England with Mai Lara and Andy. I sat with Mai Lara yesterday as she had her second chemo session.  The first session,  two weeks ago, was without issue. This morning she woke up with a fever and is at the hospital right now getting an IV antibiotic treatment. She and Andy should be home soon. She is not feeling ill,  only tired. It is very good to be with them.
I, too, have been tired!  Did all my Camino laundry and have looked at my photos at different moments.  I am in awe that I took those photos and experienced all the places and people and special moments!  Truly amazing.  I thank God for the opportunity to walk this pilgrimage. Actually I thank God for all the opportunities I have had in my life. I am truly a blessed woman!  I will be processing the past days for a very long time.  I do already know I am reaffirmed in my belief that people are good and kind and helpful and thoughtful, and loving and supportive and, just plain wonderful, whether they are from the US, England, Germany, Australia, New Zealand, Poland, South Korea, Bulgaria,  Hungary , Denmark,  Sweden, Africa, Syria, Holland, Switzerland
and all other nations!!!!!

18 October 2016
It is now the 18th and I return to the states tomorrow  I have do enjoyed being with Mai Lara and Andy and feel good about Mai Lara's course of treatment. She has been very, very tired since the second chemo and I know she will be after the next treatment a week from Thursday, but no other significant side effects which is great!  I will return for her surgery in the next month. The date has not been set. Thank you all for your concern.
I have had time to reflect on my journey but am not sure about what is next. I do know I want to treasure each and every day.  I want to simplify my life. I want to stay in good shape, but not sure I will be walking 12-15 miles a day!
Thank you for journeying with me this past six weeks.  it has been a wonderful physical,  emotional and spiritual journey which I will continue to process.  Not sure when I will shut this down.  Guess I want to complete my journey by getting back to Carlisle!  I must say that returning to be with Mai Lara and Andy has certainly brought me to back to the realities of life in a very short time.
Please keep her, and Andy in your prayers. Thank you.  Be Well, Jerry