by Susan Jagannath | Apr 3, 2026 | Churches, Faith, Walks, Women
My personal reflection for Easter week For most of my life I worked, I looked after my kids, I caught the bus. Mostly mundane things. But once in a while something happens that lodges in you permanently — like a splinter of cobblestone you can’t shake from your...
by Susan Jagannath | Feb 22, 2026 | Bestsellers, Books, Camino, Churches, Faith, Women, Writing
This morning, the priest pressed ash onto my forehead. His thumb was firm. Certain. “For you are dust,” he said. I stepped outside into the ordinary weekday morning. Traffic already impatient. Sun already strong. A woman ran her dog on a leash. Children crept...
by Susan Jagannath | Nov 25, 2025 | Adventures, Books, Camino, Churches, Faith, Places, Spain, Travel, trekking, Walking, Walks, Women, Writing
If you’re planning to walk the Camino de Invierno, you’ll want to look beyond the main markers to discover the unique experiences that make this route special. Scattered along the path are historic sites, artistic surprises, and spiritual corners that reveal the...
by Susan Jagannath | Aug 27, 2025 | Adventures, Bestsellers, Books, Camino, Faith, Writing
Beyond the Selfie: Capturing the Soul of the Camino (No Duck Faces Allowed!) The Camino de Santiago isn’t just a walk; it’s a grand adventure, a journey of self-discovery, and let’s be honest, a fantastic excuse to eat tapas. But how do you truly...
by Susan Jagannath | Jan 31, 2025 | Adventures, Faith, Places, Travel, Walking, Walks, Women, Writing
The tragic stampede prompted this guide on How to Stay Safe in a Crowd like the Kumbh Mela. The stampede at the Kumbh Mela is a stark reminder that while faith moves us, safety must guide us. Having been at the Kumbh just weeks ago, I felt the energy of the crowd, the...
by Susan Jagannath | Jan 30, 2025 | Adventures, Faith, Places, Travel
NOTE: For those concerned, I am safe – I was not at the Kumbh at the time of the stampede. Thanks for your concern. Just weeks ago, I stood at the banks of the Sangam with my friends, wrapped in the soft riverine mist and the sheer immensity of faith around us....
