Around the World in 63 days...

On 15 planes, 18 trains, four ferries, 2 long distance buses and numerous automobiles

Getting used to 28 different shower mechanisms and sleeping in 28 different beds (29 if you count the 12 hours spent in the Vancouver airport trying to find a comfortable flat surface).

And I loved almost every minute of it and I am very grateful to be home safe and sound. IIt is wonderful to be home with Jack and I am looking forward to hugs with my Crystal Brook family this weekend. My catch up with my Canberra family will have to wait for a few weeks.

I am looking forward to reconnecting with all of you in a range of ways over the coming weeks. I am discerning how best I might respond when people ask about the highlights of my pilgrimage. When I started jotting a few notes on the plane on the way home I quickly reached 10 pages and a star system with nearly 30 experiences scoring 3 ***or four ****stars. There must be a better way!

So I am planning to turn it over to you at a series of "Hearth Gatherings" in the next six weeks. If you would like to attend one of these semi-structured conversations please send an email to angelaandjack@gmail.com and indicate your preference for Monday afternoon, Wednesday evening, Friday morning or Saturday morning.

These conversations will help to develop our program for the rest of the year.

So gather round for warmth, relaxation, refreshments and exploration of our spiritual stories.