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Hey there! I wanted to chat about my experience on the 2017 Camino Frances. I'm pretty average physically, maybe a tad overweight, did some training (could've done more), and could've lightened my backpack a bit.
Started off strong from SJPP...
It takes 8 people to swing it (not saying they're paid but that doesn't mean it should be free). Then you have the cost of maintenance, cleaning, coals/incense, insurance, and if it generates a bit of income so be it.
I've heard people getting...
This was my husband. So many thanks to all of my fellow pilgrims who stopped to help and to pray and to translate for me.
He was doing what he loved.
Thank you for the news article link.
La Voz de Galicia has reported the death of a 65 year old pilgrim from the United States this afternoon near Castromaior. The likely cause appears to be a heart attack. The pilgrim was walking the Camino with his wife...
OK, without creating a spoiler.
It gives a really authentic insight into what walking a Camino is really about and can be.
Some interesting facts:
There are only 4 professional actors in the movie.
The rest are Pilgrims.
Pilgrims that Bill...
Dear forummembers,
It is with great sadness I inform you of the death of @annakappa.
She and her husband fraluchi ( who was also a member here ) were very active on this forum.
They were both gentle and wise people.
They were always generous...
There are several types of magnesium supplements, some of which can have an (unwanted) laxative effect. 😨 This article lists the pros and cons of each type.
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/magnesium-types
I take magnesium glycinate which I...
The problem with Border Control and Flight Security is that you can never tell when something is going to be a problem. Little pills in a plastic bag are obviously either innocuous or an attempt at importing illegal drugs. If you’re content that...
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