The first group of amigos is on our way home, and the second group has arrived. If you can figure out a way to volunteer to do this, grab it. It was a truly amazing experience. Lots of tears, lots of laughs, lots of overpowering emotions from pilgrims arriving. I was privileged to be a part of it and to sometimes offer comfort, support, or just to join in the joy. Seeing the camino from that side of things sort of rounds out the picture for those of us who find ourselves walking on a regular basis. And of course you get to see johnniewalker in action, an added benefit for sure.
And by my count, I met at least six forum members -- Shefollowsshells, jpflavin, Stephen, Albertinho, alan, anniethe nurse, and probably a few I´m not remembering. That was a lot of fun!
Sitting in Barajas, my flight home delayed, just getting ready for the transition back to the real world. Buen camino, everyone, Laurie