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I think I'm generally 'inspired' to walk a Camino by the Emotional and Spiritual 'freedom' that I know I will enjoy. Being away from day to day pressures and responsibilities.
But the physical?
Yes it's a major part of the attraction.
I'm not...
Just got my new backpack.
It's smaller and lighter than my last one, but I think that's a good thing, as this will not be a winter Camino so I need less stuff.
The Army sleeping bag fits in, and the new inflatable mattress is tiny when...
Its a bit like cars - most are driven properly and are not a problem, but some are erratic/over fast and need to be evaded.... My husband loves cars and will look at them, name them, appreciate them, I don't - those of us that have had car...
Travels with my Donkey by Tim Moore is a very funny read.
Autobiographical book about the author deciding that the only 'authentic' way to walk the Camino Frances, is to do it in the company of a donkey ( this is despite having no clue how to...
Dear Xosé,
I am not a member of the LGBTQ community, but I am a queer ally. I met a lot of people walking the Camino last year, but one couple that made an impression on me was a pareja of two women. They walked holding hands and singing. Their...
I’m assuming that the OP has a form of phobia regarding the top bunk. As such it is unlikely to be affected by rational argument. We all have our forms of “unreason.” I hope she manages to resolve the issue. I’m sure most people, presented with a...
If I was faced with a top bunk with no railing, I would definitely use my pack as a fence. Way more scared of falling out than bedbugs.
Scared of heights to begin with so glad I haven't faced one yet.
Haha,, two weeks, nothing. You'll be talking, thinking about it forever and, if you're like many of us on the forum, return visits become a real longing. Enjoy.
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