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    Packing for the Walk

    Take locking diaper pins instead of cloths pins… they work well on clothesline and to hang damp laundry off your pack SS you walk!! Buen Camino!!
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    Switching fr boots to trail runners: Wool or Coolmax-type socks?

    I have worn Darn Tough wool socks on my last three Caminos… and will again in April…
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    Rumpl blankets?

    At a similar price, I took a NanoPuff blanket, sewed the foot to make a box, and wound up with a light, rectangular “bag” that I used successfully on my last Camino last September… It compresses pretty well and insulates even if it gets damp…
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    I did it again. April 20 - June 1.

    Flying into Porto April 12… after a few days in Tui, I will proceed to SJPDP and begin the Camino Frances…
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    Training for the Camino

    One year we vacationed on an island in Florida during my Camino training… I got “hills” by walking with my pack back and forth over the bridge connecting to the mainland… It worked pretty well… Buen Camino!
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    Let's talk waist packs!

    Try a Jansport… I’ve worn one for 5 Caminos… $12 well spent. Two zippered pockets hold my passport, some euros, my cellphone, etc. Right in front, buckled under my pack waist belt… I like it!!
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    A Tiny Bottle of Liquid

    I take about 10 pills a day... mostly supplements, but 3 that count. Several Caminos have been a month or more in duration. I bought small plastic pill bags that seal and placed a days worth in each. Placed all in a clear plastic tub. Double waterproof and low mess. The empty bags went back into...
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    Camino Watercolor

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    Camino Watercolor

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    I would like to start a Blog for my Camino.

    I know I'm late responding, but Trailjournal.com is a very effective way of journaling your pilgrimage. It even has a section for Camino de Santiago. It is the journaling blog for lots of folks doing lots of trails. Take a look at it... Buen Camino!
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    The defining moment ?

    In 2012, I was asked to give the Baccalaureate Address for my granddaughter's high school graduation. As I prepared, my main goal was to not embarrass her or humiliate myself, but I also took the gravity of the situation very much to heart. During the process of preparing, I considered the...
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    Camino Ingles September 2013

    We walked the Ingles last June and I have very fond memories of Antonio and his parents at Meson do Novo. They were gracious, helpful, and made the two nights we spent with them simply a joy! Breaking up the trek with a day without a pack was enjoyable, too... Buen Camino!
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    pretty sure i am leaving the camino after tomorrow

    In June of this year, my son, grandaughter and I walked the Ingles. The first day was cold, wet and windy. It was pretty miserable. At one point, my 18 year-old grandaughter had tears streaming down her face and was questioning what we had gotten her into... but, she persevered. My grandaughter...
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    June 2013 Bucket List, advice wanted.

    In June this year, we broke the Bruma stretch into halves and stayed two nights at the Meson do Novo... where the hospitality was simply wonderful and the accomodations as clean and neat as could ever be desired! Without packs, the second day's walk from Cafe Bar Julia back to Meson do Novo was...
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    List your shoes

    Kathleen, In June, I walked in Brooks trail shoes and mid-weight wool socks. I had no problems with blisters at all... Buen Camino! Crane
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