The trail was a rollercoaster of surprises, with unexpected climbs and descents that kept me on my toes.
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Travel Day – as always patience is needed.
Would not suggest this travel itinerary.
T’was the Night Before….
The night before departure is always an endless blur. I’m thrilled to almost have the planning behind me and the actual trip ahead, filled with the excitement of the unknown.
Day 9 – Logrono to Madrid to Dublin to Seattle
As I coughed my way into the evening, unable to think about leaving my room for food, I decided to either find a hospital or a plane home. The start of my travels home. Fortunately there was a plane leaving from Logrono to Madrid early in the morning. I could fly from Madrid to DublinContinueContinue reading “Day 9 – Logrono to Madrid to Dublin to Seattle”
Day 8 – Lorca to Logrono
https://videopress.com/v/2p5j8Lsv?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true I’ve been walking since 6 AM and there is no one on the trail in front of me or behind me. I keep checking my map to make sure that I’m on the Frances. Caution! On a hill miles from somewhere In Rioja! Snails to Santiago Nature’s palette is perfect Working the Vineyards AContinueContinue reading “Day 8 – Lorca to Logrono”
Day 4 – Ilarratz to Pamplona
Today the morning was cool and refreshing. A nice walk through some woods and countryside with just a bit of background noise from the freeway that runs parallel to this part of the Camino. I’m looking forward to the day. It’s not as hot as yesterday. https://videopress.com/v/pJAi0gNg?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true If I could whistle like my dad, IContinueContinue reading “Day 4 – Ilarratz to Pamplona”
Day 2 – Borda to Burquette
13 miles Today was challenging again. This time it was twice as long. There were so similarities to the Primativo. Lots of climbing and lots of downhills. Truly beautiful scenery. Today the sheep, cows and horse grazed on the sides of the road. https://videopress.com/v/4suR9LLl?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true https://videopress.com/v/G2myzzQb?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true A little too close for my comfort! I am tiredContinueContinue reading “Day 2 – Borda to Burquette”
Camino Travel Day
It was an early rise today, 3:00 am to catch my plane from Copenhagen to Paris to Biarritz when a shuttle to St Jean Pied a Port, the start of the Camino Frances. Boots on for the first time of this Camino. Hummmm. Sitting on the ground in Paris. No one can come out toContinueContinue reading “Camino Travel Day”
Travel Day – Seattle to Copenhagen
FYI the new carry-on and personal item size is serious business with Icelandair. The scales are out, the new size board is being used and there is no allowing a ½” outside the lines. Somehow the counter person said I was good to go with my pack. I know it is right at 21” 🤭ContinueContinue reading “Travel Day – Seattle to Copenhagen”
Final Day
Our last trail day was long and a bit difficult for me. Usually I am at my peak walking in this area, but the Camino taught me a few lessons that have humbled me today. Soreness from my fall showed up in my hips which made the long climbs and descents difficult. Josh was hisContinueContinue reading “Final Day”
Day 13 – Melide to A Brea
Today was a 17 mile hike full of hills and lots of cafes and bars; finally! My goal today was to have breakfast at one of my favorite small village cafes, and it ended up that we made it for lunch! 10 miles without food thinking it was just around the corner! Going from aContinueContinue reading “Day 13 – Melide to A Brea”
Day 11 Lugo to Ferreira
I love Galicia. Walking through the hills today felt like being home. I loved sharing this area with Josh. Our bodies and minds are in sync today, and we flew through the day. There was a lot of road walking, but they were back roads. Today was quite pleasant except for the pounding our feetContinueContinue reading “Day 11 Lugo to Ferreira”
Day 9 – 0 Piñeiro to O Cadavo
First, of my thoughts for the day: I am grateful for my son. He is thoughtful, caring, observant not to bruise my already black and blue ego, and has patience beyond humanly possible. https://videopress.com/v/5KRCfI9u?resizeToParent=true&cover=true&preloadContent=metadata&useAverageColor=true Josh and I discussed the trail today and wondered why it felt so hard. Some said it was going to beContinueContinue reading “Day 9 – 0 Piñeiro to O Cadavo”
Day 8 Castro to O Piñeiro
Somehow, I had convinced myself that today was going to be an easier day… HMMM? In a way was easier because we only had a 2000 foot elevation gain instead of 3000 feet. Walking 16 miles was two miles more than I wanted to do, but with no choice we made it to our Albergue.ContinueContinue reading “Day 8 Castro to O Piñeiro”
Day 7- La Mesa to Castro
I knew Josh was multitalented , but now he can add Madidore to his resume. Our day started with a massive climb of about 1500 feet, and when we reached the top, it was magical because the fog was below us. It looked like we were walking into a a white sea. Unfortunately, we wereContinueContinue reading “Day 7- La Mesa to Castro”
Two Days of Travel….
Day one: One forgets how much time and energy it takes to get to Europe. Well worth the effort, but the hours in the plane takes it’s toll. And no matter when I go, I never go rested. So our wonderful overnight in Dublin was measured by a great pint of Guiness and mediocre bangersContinueContinue reading “Two Days of Travel….”
Can It Already be June?
Josh and I are seriously on the count down now. In 15 days we will be boarding the plane for Dublin. This will be our first day adventure in Europe. I am looking forward to spending an evening in pubs with live music, sharing a pint with my “favorite” child (according to his sister😂) NoContinueContinue reading “Can It Already be June?”
Day 7 Rome
My day I started with a wonderful coffee and a fantastic croissant filled with cream. I had once thought the croissant I had in France was the best croissant experience of my lifetime, but I have to say this was better or at least as good. We walked to the train station to welcome Maria’sContinueContinue reading “Day 7 Rome”
Day 1 and 2 in Italy
Brenda had the food scene all scoped out by the time I arrived in Rome. I think I had traveled 22 hours by the time we made it to our hotel and into bed! Finally arriving in Rome…Seattle to Heathrow, Heathrow to Rome Airport and then train to center. First stop Il Mercoto Centrale ,ContinueContinue reading “Day 1 and 2 in Italy”
Day 5 -To The End of the World and then Some.
Great grandma’s sauté pans made by a local smith. The family gallery. We stayed a a nice apartment last night. I think the apartments and restaurant are a family affair. The food was very good and has been family owned and operated for 100 years. Each morning starts with foot care. Since we’re staying inContinueContinue reading “Day 5 -To The End of the World and then Some.”
Day 3 Roncesvalles to Zubiri
After two days of climbing the Pyrenees we look so optimistic about today…..it is a beautiful walk out of Roncesvalles. Flat, tree lined; right into charming villages My first, of many, pictures of my shadow. This one includes our tribe at this time. This is a great spot to stop for espresso and patata tortilla.ContinueContinue reading “Day 3 Roncesvalles to Zubiri”
We are Camino Bound
It was a difficult goodbye but as we sat, waiting for boarding, our excitement grew. We both have received so many words of encouragement and support. It is humbling and we take you all in our hearts on our journey. Taking time for gratitude is one lesson I am hoping for on my camino.ContinueContinue reading “We are Camino Bound”