Setting off from Lyminge along the Royal Saxon Way on 02/11/22 I walk through the tranquil, livestock fields of the Elham Valley. As I progress, I update on the new British Prime Minister and the gloomy circumstances of a hybrid war with Russia; before mulling over the future options to continue my pilgrimage.
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Walking from Folkestone on 30/09/22 I embark on a new pilgrimage route, the ‘Royal Saxon Way’ with a final destination of Minster, near Ramsgate, Kent.
Taking in the peaceful promenade to the panoramic view of Tolsford Hill onto the day’s end point of Lyminge, I update my feelings about the Queen’s passing, the fall in value of the British pound and the concerning gas leak of Nordstream 2.
NB: At 02:52 I mention the route originates from the ‘Creative Pilgrims’ group, unfortunately I confused this with the nascent Way of Saint Martin; instead this route originates from a collaboration between Kent County Council and Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Beauty. My sincere apologies for any inconvenience caused.
Taking a hike along the walking route known as the ‘Tolsford Trek’ on 27/08/22 I commentate throughout the different stages of my journey. Whilst enjoying the panaroma overlooking the English Channel, passing through thick woodland, climbing tall hills and meandering down a calm track I reflect on the worrying onset of increasing energy prices whilst taking in the spectacular scenery and serenity of nature.
Starting my sixth (and final day) on the Camino Augustine pilgrimage along the banks of the River Stour, on 13/06/2022 I progress through the fertile fields of Kent and experience the peace of Pegwell Bay. Along the journey I ponder a forthcoming recession, Rwanda and the meaning of Pilgrimage before arriving at St. Augustines Abbey, Ramsgate and collecting my Compostela certificate.
Setting off for the last two days of the Augustine Camino I commentate at different points of my journey. Walking through the woods & fields leaving Canterbury and Stodmarsh Nature Reserve I reflect on nature, mental health and pilgrimage before arriving at Preston and setting down for the evening.
On my fourth day walking the trail of the Augustine Camino on 17/05/22 I reflect on the pandemic, Ukraine, the Wim Hof method and commentate on my feelings as I pass through the serene settings of nature.
During a walk along the path of the Augustine Camino from Thurnham to Faversham on 17/04/2022 I comment upon the situation in Russia, Elon Musk’s interest in buying Twitter whilst enjoying the Kentish countryside.
During a walk with my son Edison at Brockhill Country Park, Saltwood, Kent on 15/01/2022 I talk about how the world feels closer to normality after announcements that the Omicron variant is less damaging than was initially feared a few months ago.
Whilst I ramble about personal items, my son Edison explores nature; finding a stream, waterfall, camp and a woodland ‘cave’.
During a walk on the Augustine Camino on 30/12/2021 from Aylesford to Thurnham I ponder the concept of pilgrimage, reflect on the last year and state my areas of focus for 2022.
Starting the Augustine Camino from Rochester Castle on 11/11/2021 I reflect on the importance of pilgrimage and it’s silent lesson to enjoy the journey of life. I enjoy the views of the countryside and the peaceful environment of Aylesford Priory before leaving the trail to return another day.
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