COMMENTS FROM OTHERS.....on the road

Jane Finley - Wanderings: Living the Ordinary Extraordinarily Inspired by Peace Pilgrim, Jane has been on the road for several years. Her stories are absolutely wonderful. Highly recommended by the Peace Pilgrim webmaster. I'm adding a link to our website in the Link Soup section featured right at the top. Jane's writing deserves as big an audience as possible. Bruce Nichols, Peace Pilgrim webmaster, Shelton, CT (4/25/02)

I always learn from you.(In fact, I've made reference to you two or three times lately. Because you live your philosophy, it makes for authenticity, rare these days. (It probably always has been a rare commodity and the reason why, along with other variables, Buddha, Lao-tze, and Jesus resonated with their audiences.) Kevin Mann, Yuma, AZ (4/08)

....an excellent writer. Your experiences are so unique and I always look forward to hearing about them. I will be first in line to buy your book! Mary Lee Bell, Retired Nurse, Seattle, WA (2/18/02)

Been following your adventure via your website. You never cease to amaze. Enjoy reading your journal on a weekly basis with a whole lot of envy. Ted Fujioka, Seattle, WA 8/12/06

Checked out your website....love it!!! Makes me want to drop out especially when you said the thing about only 1000 months to live...Mary Ann, Capitola, CA(1/16/04)

Great to meet you at Saturday Market. Your lifestyle is a great model for anyone who sees limits instead of possibilities. Barbara Shaw, Eugene, OR 9/17/06

Happiness lives in your eyes, I always say: Look at a person's eyes and you will know them. I recognized your peace in yours. Chantal Pascale, Pine, AZ 9/07

I am very impressed by your website, made me very happy to find it. THANK YOU. Douglas Gould, Colorado (1/04)

I cannot wait to read more of your stories on your website. What a great life you are living; it's awesome to meet people like you who have such a great attitude about life and the good that there is in this world of ours. Lisa, Astoria, Oregon (8/1/06)

I checked out your Web site and found it to be incredibly inspiring. You are truly an amazing woman, but I am sure people tell you so every day! If your travels ever take you to the Bay Area, we would be very pleased to give you a tour of Sierra Club Headquarters and perhaps you could do a talk on meditation? Suzanne Levi, Assistant Advancement Director, Sierra Club, San Francisco, CA (3/29/02)

I do admire your commitment to making a smaller footprint than many (most?) of us. You have made an impact on many by your example....Katherine Cruse, Ohio (7/3/07)

I enjoy your website and your especially your writing! Dale, Ohio (1/4/04)

I enjoyed taking this opportunity to explore your website. I enjoyed seeing Yuma and the desert thru you. I am impressed with your refreshing and inspiring lifeway, and pleased that you would be interested in talking to us. Valerie Morrill, Yuma, AZ 9/23/06

I enjoyed your piece about the animal rescue and spent some time looking over their web site. What an amazing place. Margi Ashton Sarasota, Florida 7/06

My curiosity stems from a desire to connect with others who live unconventional lives. I am 51 years old and in the process of letting go of my material life and other false comforts and securities. I'd love to know more about your journey. Shar, Durango, CO (2006)

I just listened to you speak on Bisbee Radio and you inspired me to write. I am at a crossroads right now. Where do I go from here? I too look for what comes my way, but I guess what I"m looking for is more meaning in my life. I am asking for help from you with your experience and wisdom. As I take off on this next leg of my journey not knowing where I will end up and where the winds will take me, I am gladdened to hear your story and what is in your heart and what has meaning for you. Thank you for your service and your life! Nancy Eckel, San Francisco, CA (12/07)

I was eager to connect with your nomadic spirit as I unload my possessions and begin my new life. I had enjoyed learning about you and how much you sing my spirit song (though you're more fully living it). And afterall, you're inspired by the Peace Pilgrim, and anyone inspired by her message speaks to me. I'm hungry to hear from other gypsies who've chosen something different as it gets lonely out here with the status quo. Especially now, as I prepare to take this leap of faith very soon, unload my life and head out into the big unknown. A blessing to be able to cross paths with people. I have enjoyed crossing yours --it somehow validated mine at a time I needed the voice you offered. Shar, Durango, CO (2006)

I enjoyed your THE HORRIBLE, AWFUL, TERRIBLE, NO GOOD, VERY BAD DAY piece... keep 'em coming. Your stories remind me of how much I miss the freedom I had when I lived on the road in Asia for a couple of years. Happy trails. Reece Halpern, Grand Times (e-magazine), El Cerrito, CA (5/24/02)

I enjoyed your top ten and applaud your life style choices. Travel full of joy and wonder. (I know you do.)....Bruce Nichols, Connecticut (9/04)

I felt drawn to you after reading of your philosophies and experiences. Shar, Durango, CO (7/7/7)

I have been following your fascinating pilgrimage for months now. I am always in awe of your adventuresome spirit and the energy you have that keeps you moving on and on. Karen Perkins, Salt Lake City, Utah 6/06

I have been reading your journal for a few months. You remind me of the joy I had when I traveled. For whatever reason, the energies that exist lead me to your site, and I am changed. Your descriptions, your senses, your choices all appeal to my being. Thank you for being you. Jeremy Lindsey, Texarkana 3/03

I have taken a very brief look so far at your website. Very nice. I have been very interested in the peace movement for years and years and was glad of the Peace Pilgrim site reference. Very good to know of your adventures and of all the good things going on in your life and for others through you. All the best of health and safety and great adventures, Lorraine Hartmann, Volunteer Coordinator, Seattle Audubon Society (3/23/02)

I highly recommend Jane Finley, a Quartzite-based winter visitor. Kevin L Mann, Yuma, AZ 9/12/06

I just found your website and am so glad I did! Love it! And I especially appreciated your words about silence. Amen....Paula (5/23/02)

I just listened to you speak on Bisbee Radio and you inspired me to write. I am asking for help from you with your experience and wisdom. I am gladdened to hear your story and what is in your heart and what has meaning for you. Thank you for your service and your life! Nancy, San Francisco, CA 9/07

I love your writing! Deborah Molise, Key West, Florida (3/19/04)

I read your excellent article in Solares Hill "Homeless for 20 Minutes"...Katha, Key West, Florida (4/04)

I so enjoy hearing about your travels. Also, thank you for being such a good supporter of all that is right and a vigorous warrior against all that is wrong. I always get inspired by your activism. Lu Arendt, Seattle, WA 12/07

I strolled through your web site and really enjoyed it. What a wonderful flower bouquet. So many indiviudal blossoms, all different and just in itself delightful and conclusive, and as a whole it breathes life and sparkles with spirit and powerful inspirations; you touched my heart and moved my soul. Klaus Kommos, Port Angeles, Washingon 10/02

I stumbled on your site. Although we've never met, I am happy to read your site...makes me feel so much more at peace. Peace Pilgrim's whole thoughts seem like the Course in Miracles. I have a 26yr old son that the angels talk to on a daily basis. It has been a journey beyond comprehension at times, yet through his strength I mustered up the strength to divorce after 23 years and live my life more to my own tune. Every day is a challenging opportunity and reading Peace's book is most helpful and now your site..so just a thanks...Jil, Lansing, Michigan (10/1/04)

I think you have found your call. I will wait for the novel. Canute Gruhlke, YMCA Aerobics Instructor, Seattle, WA (6/11/02)

I visit your website regularly and I see your wanderlust continues unabated. Good for you, Jane. Here at the office, you have new fans who have bookmarked your site, and more than one of them has expressed a tongue-in-cheek threat to follow in your footsteps. I read a quote recently that immediately brought you to mind. It read: “We all have our eccentricities, I suppose, but in our attempt to appear “normal?in the world’s eye, we lose our special calling.?amp;nbsp; You haven’t given up your special calling, Jane Finley, and I say it again, good for you! We will continue to watch you through your site. Michael J Rodney Sr., Venice, Florida (12/20/02)

In admiration of your spunk! Phyllis Peara, Eugene, OR 9/17/06

I think what you are doing for a life style is wonderful. Jane Heilman, Port Angeles, WA (3/04)

It is wonderful the way you are able to Gypsy it around the country. I have thought of doing the same thing. Al Brenner, Key West, Florida (4/04)

Jane Finley, a friend, travels the nation in her small camper preaching peace. Here is her story Homeless for 20 Minutes. See her web site here. Al Brenner, Key West, Florida (5/04)

Jane, I could only wish for your writing skill. Thanks for making my day...Dean Townsend, Tecopa, CA (11/04)

Jane is a walking, talking, living jewel. Craig Bevers, Seattle, WA (10/05)

Jane, you're awesome! I delight in hearing of your doings and beings. It's clear you're enjoying it all too. Love and blessings, Monica, New Road Map Foundation, Seattle, WA (5/29/02)

Just a note to let you know how much I enjoyed your 2006 journey via your website. Look forward to the 2007 edition of your web page writings. Ted Fujioka, Seattle, WA (11/06)

Just finished reading your article in the Key West paper. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Niki Butcher, Florida, 5/04

Just finished reading your latest installment, Jane. You are a remarkable personality. I hope all is well and you continue to enjoy your travels. Regards, Mike Rodney, Photographer, Venice, CA (5/30/02)

Keep in tutch, you are my only escape from my, at the moment, humdrum existense. Kurt Killion, Pagosa Springs, CO 6/06

Love the photo (sunflowers on the home page)! And especially loved the quote on the front page! WOW! That is so true! Your story ("Long Lost Friends & Purple Toe Nails") is fun and colorful. I'll keep in touch for more as you move along your path. Keep up the good works! Niki Butcher, Big Cypress National Preserve, Florida (3/9/02)

Loved the chicken stories! FUN! Keep me posted when you get new stories up...it's fun to share your enthusiasm, and growth in wisdom, as you travel through the country. Niki Butcher, Big Cypress Preserve, Florida (5/8/02)

Loved your food page -- even referred a friend to it. Claudia in Idaho (10/03)

Oh how I love to live through your adventures! Thanks for sending the story. Niki Butcher, Florida (10/10/03)

Roy's daughter Janet who is having health challenges at this time opened your website. She is totally motivated now to take up a different life style...Jane Heilman, Port Angeles, WA (4/28/04)

So there is a lot of letting go and healing happening on my end.....thank you for the inspiration to make these changes. Susan Frank, Bisbee, AZ 9/07

"Teeth or No Teeth" is a good story and the message is right on. Thanks. Katherine W. Cruse , Ohio (9/06)

Terrific story ("A Visit to Pet Paradise"). Have a couple of people to share that with. Lois Carpenter, Durango, Colorado (6/29/06)

Thank you, Jane. You dealt with your topic with candor, dignity and compassion. Please think of us anytime you return to Yuma. We'd love to welcome you as a speaker again...Valerie, Yuma, Arizona Unitarian Fellowship Program Chair 12/06

Thank you, Jane; you touched my heart, and made me cry. Al Herb, Albuquerque, NM (7/28/07)

Thanks for sharing the chicken story - I really loved it and also the info on the Medicine Garden. Bruce Nichols, Peace Pilgrim webmaster, Shelton, CT (4/25/02)

Thanks for the infusion of your energy and passion into Bisbee and my life. Susan Frank, Bisbee, AZ (9/9/07)

That was a great program you presented to the Yuma U.U. Fellowship yesterday. Have you ever considered the U.U. ministry? Your own stories - which are authentic and full of wisdom - were stimulating and provocative.You seem to be a walking version of your own philosophy - a rarity these days. It was a most memorable program, and I was so happy to have been there. Kevin Mann, Yuma, AZ 12/06

The story is excellent. Thanks for writing about me. It made me feel," like a contender." Roy, "The Chicken Lady's Husband," Key West, Florida (5/9/02)

These poems are beautiful. You are terrific!! Mary Lee Bell, Retired Nurse, Seattle, WA (6/13/02)

Very nice, Jane. Great stuff. The Website is superb! You sound well and ever learning and sharing your love of life. Keep the flame alive and be healthy and happy. Peace, Dale Robinson, Nurse at Senior Center, Tallahassee, Florida (4/5/02)

Wanted to tell you how much I enjoy reading your geocities web site - whenever I feel as if my life is becoming dull due to my lack of exotic "bumming around" the world I go and check out your experiences....Lyn Slanetz, New Hampshire (9/04)

Wanted to tell you I read your story "I Don't Choose Cities; Cities Choose Me". I loved it! It's the essence of how the universe works ... the reciprocity and faith of living in the way you describe. It's beautiful! Interestingly enough, I'm looking at the possibility of "going on the road" for a couple months whatever that means without a car .... lotsa possibilities!) .... and your story was just one more signal of where I'm at in my life right now. So thank you! What a joy. I'm so glad you were at our house, and I'm delighted with the life you're living so richly. Good show, lady! Love, Monica Wood, New Road Map Foundation, Seattle, WA (6/12/02)

What a delightful life you live! Please send some of that peace and tranquility this way. Mary Lee Bell, Seattle, WA 8/03

What a great life you are living. It's awesome to meet people like you who have such a great attitude about life and the good that there is in this world of ours. We all need to exert positive energy everyday. The world would be a better place if everyone in the world threw more positive energy into our universe. Lisa Tomlisnon, Astoria, Oregon 8/2/06

What a woman! I admire your lifestyle. Al Herb, Albuquerque, NM (7/13/07)

What an author!! I thought your writing was very interesting, descriptive and certainly brought images to the minds eye of what you were describing. Great job and thanks for sharing. Kelly Bird, Mattawa, Washington (10/04)

Wow! Those are great poems! They touched my heart, and brought tears to my eyes...tears of longing for the sweet smell of pine and the cool breeze of the north Pacific....Thanks for sharing them with me. Niki Butcher, Big Cypress National Preserve, Florida (6/12/02)

Wow what a brave thing to do and I love that you keep reminding me there is more to life than work. what a wonderful, adventurous life you lead!! Mary Ann, Capitola, CA (1/04 & 2/04))

You are doing exactly what I would love so I am living vicarously thru you. i love your adventures & your courage & I am so happy to know you. Diane Hackett, Port Townsend, Washington (4/13/04)

You are indeed a very special being....thank you for sharing so much. Jack Francis, onepercentapeacearmy.com (1/1/07)

Your descriptions of the Northwest are intriguing and your website continues to be delightful reading. In fact, at a dinner party the other night, an Atlas was the biggest hit as we all tried to see places you described on the maps it contained. By the way, your own poetry is very good. Keep that web site going and stay happy! Michael Rodney, Photographer, Venice, Florida (6/12/02 & 7/30/02)

Your radio interview was lovely, I'm glad you covered so much ground. I wish they had given you more time to talk. Susan Frank, Bisbee, AZ 9/07

Your words are priceless and very helpful to me. You have great wisdom. I reread your email 3 times to soak in every morsel. You are an inspiration to me. Your words have helped find an inner peace. Thank you so much for sharing. Emil Imbro, New Jersey (11/24/06)

Your writing is an inspiration to me! Jack Francis, Cambridge, MA 12/07