Day 15 the last BIG day!

The last day of double digits. We are so close to our final goal now. With each step, the pilgrimage has shown us our weaknesses—those things we need to work on when we get home. But it has also shown us how capable we are when we trust our abilities and just keep putting one […]

Balance

The Camino teaches balance in not so obvious ways. We push forward, but not so hard that we break. Rest, but not so long that we fear going back to the trail.Carry what we need, but let go of what only adds weight to a back pack that continues to feel heavier.Help others, and be […]

Day 14 going from Caldas de Reis into Padron. Via Bus

We have wounded warriors that need some time. No Camino today. It’s raining, slick—-not worth the risk with a 1200+ climb. We have found our Camino Angel, a physical therapist staying in the apartment with us—-she has volunteered to help and has been working on Pat’s feet. Things are improving. Reflection on the situation makes […]

Day 13 leaving Pontevedra

Or are we? Pontevedra to Caldas de Reis (13.0 mi) 1300+ elevation change—another climbing day. Well, Pat and I need a recovery day—yesterday was a rough one. So, we have decided to stay in Pontevedra to explore the city and Uber to our next location in the early afternoon to explore it as well. Do […]

Day 12 on the Camino

Cessantes to Pontevedra (11.2 mi) This was by far the most difficult. Elevation change today—-1634 ft. Somewhere between 12 and 14 miles depending on whose watch you believe. We did manage to get a few photos of interest along the way.

The Camino Death March

The concept of this topic came from Rick, so I’ve put some thoughts around it—-it seems appropriate. The funny thing about preparing for the Camiño is that you look online—scouring the social media pages for advice—looking for that golden nugget that will confirm what you are trying to convince yourself of (this is going to […]

Kindness on the Camino

I’ve been talking about the kindness on the Camino since I started this walk.  It’s subtle, it’s hard to describe.  It is a kind of kindness that feels different from my world at home — from what I’m used to….And it primarily comes from complete strangers. People seem softer here…. ——Someone slows their pace to […]

Day 11 on to Capitan Nemo’s House

Porrino to Cessantes (10.6 mi) —actual 13 Way too tired to say a lot. One of the bright spots today included these cute girls making money for a school event. They sold us bananas and stamped our credentials. They had all of the energy you would expect from that age group! I think they regenerated […]

The Camino Yellow Arrows

The Camino’s  yellow arrow is one of the most recognizable symbols of the pilgrimage to Camino de Santiago. It becomes your guide.  We found the yellow arrow often paired with the scallop shell. The scallop is another Camino symbol associated with Santiago de Compostela Cathedral and the pilgrimage to the tomb of St. James. We […]