The day was lovely. Lots more memories of times past. I am finding it hard to recognize the Camino Frances. Lots of new cafés, albergues, and what seemed to be changes in part of the walk. I could be just where my head or body was at a moment walking through an area, that my focus wasn’t on that certain place. Also a many of my memories are tied to people, revolutions or traumas.
It was nice to do less mileage and the walk into Santiago is still as long and seems even longer as I anticipated standing in front of the Cathedral. I was not feeling a sense of
I met so many great people today. A young couple from Illinois, whom took the advice to pack light to a level I only dream about. They are my heroes. Planned their own walk, followed great advice and where still smiling although Enrico said he didn’t really know what he had signed up for. Then there was the young influencer from the US/South Korea who walked the Frances in sandals (flip flops) that she was promoting for the company, carrying a full pack and zipping right along. Finally at the last 5 km we met a woman that had grown up in McCleary, which is 15 miles from my home!
Two days of rest and then we are heading out to the coast.
I have loved following your blogs and journey! I am totally moved by the journey and get it. I am I cyclist at heart though believe your hikemay make me a walker! Enjoy the rest of the trip. Cheers, Much love KR xo
I remember not walking that last day because my knees gave out, very disappointing but do remember the cathedral and getting in for a mass. Great photos and memories for Karen and her brother. Thinking of you and enjoying your posts. I am back home from 10 days in Calif. with my sisters, and Margaret and the baby. Very fun. Hugs
I have thought of our trip often. Stopped for lunch where we stayed the last night. It has been updated and very nice.
Thank-you for taking me on another wonderful
adventure with you ! I really enjoy following you.
I always look forward to your posts and greatly admire your energy! I sympathy with the changes you’ve encountered this time.