Poetry
Universal Pilgrim
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.
Read MorePereGringo by Morning
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.
Read MoreHiking Uphill
This poem by Rick Pawelski describes a pilgrim’s contrasting perspectives while climbing a hill and upon reaching the top.
Read MoreA Pilgrim’s Soul
In this poem, Bill Artz offers a relatable sense of someone on a spiritual journey.
Read MoreWelcome
In this poem, Lisa Morales captures the essence of the Camino tradition of hospitality.
Read MoreTandem
This poem by Rebecca Ring considers the duality of our human need for both solitude and companionship, on Camino and in life.
Read MoreShadow Pilgrim
Poet Suzanne Doerge considers the ethereal, inseparable companionship one finds in their own shadow while on pilgrimage.
Read MoreLighten the Load
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.
Read MoreBuen Camino Greetings
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.
Read MoreA Dream of Passing Fire
This poem by Katherine January resonates with a sense of continuity and common experience that connects pilgrims across the centuries.
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