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  1. DoughnutANZ

    Where do ( did ) you walk locally in 2024?

    I read this very well written article about growing up in New York City versus other places. Of course Auckland is not NYC but I think that similar concepts apply. Where’s the best place to raise a small child: New York City, or literally anywhere else...
  2. DoughnutANZ

    Where do ( did ) you walk locally in 2024?

    I, on the other hand, love living in a vibrant city situated between two beautiful harbours that has everything that I enjoy within very easy reach. In my mind Auckland is the most Pasifika area of Aotearoa New Zealand and what sets Auckland apart are the islands and animals of the Waitemata...
  3. DoughnutANZ

    Where do ( did ) you walk locally in 2024?

    I think that it was a Kererū. A native bird that is called a pigeon by some. They are very large for a non-predatory flying bird and seem to be on the edge of an evolutionary change where they, perhaps, lose the ability to fly. They are so heavy, especially after a meal, that they fly below the...
  4. DoughnutANZ

    Where do ( did ) you walk locally in 2024?

    You are the exception that proves the rule. Most people from outside Auckland call us JAFAs (Just another "friendly" Aucklander)😉 I have also lived in Wellington and it has its charms. Wellington on a good day is brilliant! Unfortunately there aren't many good days 😔 Wellington has great...
  5. DoughnutANZ

    Where do ( did ) you walk locally in 2024?

    It did get the lungs working a bit but I think that the expression in the group of three people is more quizzical than tiredness. There was something happening behind me and I took that opportunity to take a photo.
  6. DoughnutANZ

    Where do ( did ) you walk locally in 2024?

    Mt Tamahunga at 463m is one of the higher hills in the Auckland region. This tramp follows a ridgeline straight up, lunch at the top and then straight back down again. A bit of mud, because it is Autumn, but not too much. Lots of tree roots to help with the very steep parts but not too many of...
  7. DoughnutANZ

    Where do ( did ) you walk locally in 2024?

    My oldest grandson turns 10 in a couple of days and when I asked him what he wanted for his birthday he said "I want to go fishing with you" and so that is what we did ❤️.
  8. DoughnutANZ

    Try something new?

    Repeating a visit probably means that you are going to have preset expectations about a place. My biggest disappointments in life have always followed my expectations.
  9. DoughnutANZ

    Social anxiety on the camimo

    I don't want to divert this thread but I do want to address an issue raised by @good_old_shoes . The things that I want to address are not a "truth". The most effective way for me to discuss this issue is to relate it to my own experience. That doesn't mean that I want this to be about me but...
  10. DoughnutANZ

    Social anxiety on the camimo

    The Camino isn't off in some magic kingdom somewhere it sits within everyday life. Things that happen in everyday life will also happen on a Camino. Sometimes there are a few more nice things and often some people will be more open than at other times but basically expect your Camino to reflect...
  11. DoughnutANZ

    Avoid the complementario into Pontevedra

    Woohoo! Mud slides 😍
  12. DoughnutANZ

    Weather on Camino Frances in July?

    You are unlikely to feel cold in July, Sarria is a similar latitude to Istanbul. Buen camino.
  13. DoughnutANZ

    Accommodation worries

    Clouds are really nice, they provide shade (freedom) from people who have to be in control of every aspect of their life.
  14. DoughnutANZ

    LIVE from the Camino Account of a very challenging day SJPdP to Roncesvalles (crazy weather)

    My advice is to start this way rather than it being the default towards the end. That way you will have much better footing. I have seen some bad falls from people trying to avoid getting their feet or shoes wet. You shoes will get wet anyway. Accept that and ensure that you have a good...
  15. DoughnutANZ

    Accommodation worries

    It is very common to get nervous just before starting your Camino. This isn't necessarily a good reason to change your plans at the last moment. At this time of year, every year, the forum and other Camino web sites get lots of panicked posts from first timers about how busy it is around St...
  16. DoughnutANZ

    25 km per day?

    You may not be walking upright. In my experience, shin splints occur when I lean slightly forward as I walk. This, in turn, is usually because my backpack is incorrectly adjusted and the weight is not being carried on my hips. Once I adjust my backpack correctly and concentrate on lifting my...
  17. DoughnutANZ

    Any experience in using your Non-EU Visa Debit Card with 6-digit PIN in ATMs?

    No.
  18. DoughnutANZ

    Where do ( did ) you walk locally in 2024?

    I was lucky enough to catch some special sunlight and sunset shots last Wednesday on my harbour walk.
  19. DoughnutANZ

    Where do ( did ) you walk locally in 2024?

    Continuing my harbour walk with some bridge shots.
  20. DoughnutANZ

    Where do ( did ) you walk locally in 2024?

    And delicious

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