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    Death of a German pilgrim in Najera

    Hi , I am in tears ,and out of the blue ,after reading your words about the pilgrim that died. I never so emotional , but is near Christmas and I miss my parents more then before. Those words brings to mind the kindness we receive and how much we need to offer kindness.. I pray for her and...
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    Splitting up Portomarín to Palas de Rei

    Hi, I remember when I did it in sept 2015 I stopped at Ventas De Naron, a very small hamlet, with a very very old chapel. There were 2 albergue but not sure if they would be opened in November.🤔
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    German pigrim died in Burgos

    May you walk in peace in your last journey, R.I.P. ❤️
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    Irishman dies on way home from Camino

    How sad!! Thoughts to the family for their loss😪 Go in peace pilgrim, on you last journey. May your soul rest in peace, and may Santiago meet you and be your guide as you walk your last Camino to God. Amen
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    Death of a German pilgrim in Najera

    It it so sad to hear of a pilgrim death. You walk the Camino as a personal experience and to pass on to afterlife t not really what you think of. I find that, in order to respond to a personal thing..I have just done a short course in CPR, run by the red cross in my workplace. I wonder if a...
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    Last post From The Road

    Dear dave@bugg, I am not disagreeing with you for the fact that is usually idiots that tend to get to us .. Therefore I have adopted a way of dealing with things, and I say to myself " not on their term". I refused to be pushed and kicked out by people, on their terms... Therefore I digg my...
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    BACK,BUT STILL ON CAMINO

    Hi Tobin, So am I!! I just back from the c. Ingles and I know now what I missed..people..yes I never thought I admit it but yes..when I walked the Frances it was Never ending meeting pilgrims and I have my stories to tell. I know how you feel, it is because we change.. Every step.. every...
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    After camino ingles few days to spare

    Well, I have been to Cies island, and stayed few days in Vigo... Amazing visit to this small Gem. Only 50 minutes train from Santiago, The trip to the island from Vigo is 45 m, there are 4 hiking trails so you don't loose your "Camino mojo". As it is a natural reserve. I loved it, although...
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    The Fire That Burns Within The Pilgrim. It's a Long Way from Tipperary to Santiago

    Pilgrim heart!!! That's so true.. I walked the Ingles in the memory of my dad.. this It is only shared by other pilgrims, for my acquaintances too they think is a holiday as they cannot evaluate what a pilgrimage is. I hope one day they will too understand, as I prayed for them in the...
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    Injury 24 hours before flight!

    Hi spagirl, Good you are going with safety in your mind. Don't forget the poles, I find them a real help.
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    Injury 24 hours before flight!

    Hi spagirl, I do understand what you are going through!! I have done something to my shoulder that is affecting the movement of lifting across the opposite side. I am petrified the backpack will be too heavy therefore.. bag transfer for one! is healing slowly and I am leaving in 3 weeks. Tried...
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    After camino ingles few days to spare

    Hi, as I am looking forward to myour camino ingles in september ,I have a few days after and I wander if anyone has visited Cies island. I welcome any comments as I am considering to go as day visit.
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    This is a very Negative Post. A Vent.

    Hi Anniesantiago, I had not completed my post Well I agree as a solo walker,I became a pilgrim on the way. And I am, when I think of who I am, a pilgrim. That is because I had walked my experience with intent, I seeked answers and healing. I have also noticed commercial increased interest on...
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    This is a very Negative Post. A Vent.

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    This is a very Negative Post. A Vent.

    Hi Anniesantiago, I have gone through all the huge amount of replies your vent generated. The way I see it (with my limited experience on walking the camino), it is about perspective of what the camino is.. Fundamentally a life changing experience. The point you enter this experience..is the...
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    Saga of the Sandals

    Hi Jo webber, I made a spelling errors in my previous post, I obviously I ment feet, not fetch. With regard to blisters , friction or loose fitting footwear is most probably the reason. I experienced in my last walk ,going downhill, that I felt my foot sliding forward. I did not bother to...
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    Saga of the Sandals

    Hi Jo Webber, I so understand your quest for the footwear that will help In your walking. I have a large bunion , difficult to accommodate size versus comfort. I wear Keens Durand mid and use smart wool socks and a liner. I found Keens Venice sandals good and I wear a thin cotton sock for...
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    This is a very Negative Post. A Vent.

    Hi Anniesantiago, It is always good to take it out of your system in a safe place like the forum... Your camino spirit and personal experience, brought you to want to pass it on to others. It is commendable that you put yourself in the predicament ,as it has, to cope with this type of people...
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    Don't walk the Camino, unless it's your Way

    Amazing words, thank yo Hi wokabaut meri, I really liked your words, deep and soulful...
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    Don't walk the Camino, unless it's your Way

    Thank you SEB!

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