Part memoir, part travelogue, The Journey Inward takes you on an exciting and life-changing journey across northern Spain. What started as a way to celebrate her 50th birthday suddenly became one of the most difficult challenges the author has ever faced. From the preparation for this incredible journey to the daily trek through ancient villages and over mountains, The Journey Inward captivates you with the magic that has called people to make this expedition for more than a thousand years. The Camino de Santiago, or The Way, has always been a personal and spiritual pilgrimage culminating at the magnificent Santiago de Compostela Cathedral. Having never hiked and armed with only her mental determination, the author artfully takes you through the daily ups and downs of the Camino as she faces the challenges of an injured knee, overcomes mental hurdles and celebrates emotional breakthroughs. The Journey Inward has something for everyone. Readers will cheer, cry and be inspired with every page as the author discovers the depths of her inner strength and experiences the magic of the Camino. This 440-mile walk changed her life. Her story is sure to touch yours, in unforgettable ways.