Universal Pilgrim

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In these song lyrics set to the tune of Buffy Sainte-Marie’s “Universal Soldier,” Evan Massaro highlights how pilgrims, regardless of who they are or where they come from, are united by a common call.

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PereGringo by Morning

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These song lyrics by Robert Bain, set to the tune of George Strait’s “Amarillo by Morning,” tell the tale of a guitar-playing peregrino who finds joy in strumming tunes while pilgrims from dozens of countries sing and hum along.

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Hiking Uphill

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This poem by Rick Pawelski describes a pilgrim’s contrasting perspectives while climbing a hill and upon reaching the top.

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Welcome

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In this poem, Lisa Morales captures the essence of the Camino tradition of hospitality.

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Tandem

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This poem by Rebecca Ring considers the duality of our human need for both solitude and companionship, on Camino and in life.

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Shadow Pilgrim

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Poet Suzanne Doerge considers the ethereal, inseparable companionship one finds in their own shadow while on pilgrimage.

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Lighten the Load

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This rhyming verse by Mari Snipes celebrates the support one pilgrim may provide to another, whether carrying their burden for a stretch or helping lift their spirits.

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Buen Camino Greetings

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In these song lyrics by Robert Bain, set to the tune of The Mamas & The Papas’s “California Dreamin’,” a solo pilgrim discovers he’s not alone for long and now has friends from different countries and a chance to bond with them on the Camino de Santiago. This makes his adventure more spiritual and meaningful.

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A Dream of Passing Fire

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This poem by Katherine January resonates with a sense of continuity and common experience that connects pilgrims across the centuries.

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