Comments on: On Long Walks, Spirituality and Creativity. And Images of Lucca, Tuscany, Italy

By: In Which I Invest in Mental Wealth - Dreaming Beneath the Spires

In Which I Invest in Mental Wealth - Dreaming Beneath the Spires — Thu, 14 Nov 2013 00:56:59 +0000

[…] never thought I would be typing this, but long walks (2-4 miles) also induce a euphoric “change of state.” I pulse with endorphins, I think clearly, […]

By: The Best Way to Develop Shiny New Habits - Dreaming Beneath the Spires

The Best Way to Develop Shiny New Habits - Dreaming Beneath the Spires — Thu, 17 Oct 2013 22:22:25 +0000

[…] have failed with many exercise programmes because I go too fast to begin with. After my (failed) pilgrimage, I am determined to increase my strength slowly, walking 1-3 miles at each session, two sessions a […]

By: Anita Mathias

Anita Mathias — Thu, 12 Sep 2013 20:30:29 +0000

In reply to Judy Guy-Briscoe.

Judy!! God willing, I shall be so, so well-trained by Easter, and my teenagers will be with me, so I will not dare shirk!!
Also, the Haddington Leg is roughly 10 miles, whereas the Via Francigena is up to 14 a day, and hilly!
Will resume serious training on Monday!

By: Judy Guy-Briscoe

Judy Guy-Briscoe — Thu, 12 Sep 2013 08:06:38 +0000

Looking forward to walking with you at Easter!
Each according to their needs, so hopefully no sense of failure!

By: Anita Mathias

Anita Mathias — Thu, 12 Sep 2013 06:59:23 +0000

In reply to Kathy. Thank you, Kathy. It's going to take me a while to build up my stamina for really long walks, but I am committed to the process!! :-)

By: Kathy

Kathy — Wed, 11 Sep 2013 22:00:56 +0000

Your comments on taking long walks (or hikes) in a contemplative way sounds very exciting and a way to delve into the creativity within my being. Communicating with the Holy Spirit, finding insights to be aligned with the Lord’s will and guidance are an additional bonus to this wandering in walk. No longer becoming a “leaning tower” that becomes dangerous yet dramatic, there is stability and balance in life. I don’t want to become a leaning tower that needs to be readjusted so as not be a danger to self or others. Thanks for giving me some alternatives to balance by physical exercise in the hikes, communing in silence with the Lord.

By: Anita Mathias

Anita Mathias — Wed, 11 Sep 2013 20:05:36 +0000

In reply to Kathleen Smith. Kathleen, thank you, and thank you for the retweet!

By: Anita Mathias

Anita Mathias — Wed, 11 Sep 2013 20:03:58 +0000

In reply to John MacArthur. An ordinary camera, but yes, he really enjoys taking pictures. Me, I take them, but then never look at them again. So yes, he does do the images on the blog. Enjoyed Siena today!

By: John MacArthur

John MacArthur — Wed, 11 Sep 2013 17:06:01 +0000

Lucca, Lucca. So much quieter and richer than the tourist madness of Florence. Your husband has a mathematical flair for form and structure, I think. Plus, a very good camera.

By: Kathleen Smith

Kathleen Smith — Wed, 11 Sep 2013 08:50:34 +0000

I want to do this! Totally inspiring! thank you for your writing.