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    Waterproof Jacket/Coat

    "Really just a skirt". You really do lead with your chin don't you! This is from an 80 yr old who's hiked a Camino 7 times with a kilt Not sure what the age has to do with it. Unless your knees have badly wrinkled. 😏
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    The one thing I should have done before I left for the Camino

    This may be a sign of advancing age however, I carry a small laminated card on me whenever I travel. On it is: my name, date of birth, blood type, list of meds and the name and contact number of my wife. I have never needed it but it may be vital in the event of an emergency.
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    Albergue pillows

    I have never encountered any albergues without a pillow. As mentioned above they are longer than you might be used to. I always bring my own pillow case, so I can wash it whenever. You will need a pillow case from a King or Queen size sheet set.
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    A Camino medical tale with a few lessons

    I am pleased to hear of your recovery. Concerning times when one does not speak the language of the persons providing treatment. As a fellow Canadian with both Afib and Camino experiences, I would like to know the name of your insurance provider. Insurance for those with past heart issues is...
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    Paving, dirt, gravel, or...?

    Ancient feet, I love it. How about the rest of you?
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    The Idea of Camino

    Right on David. I am mindful of a old lesson from a small Buddhist handbook, I used to have. I am sorry that I cannot remember the name or give the appropriate shout out to the author. In essence it related the story of breaking your favourite tea cup. You then had the opportunity to lament on...
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    Pocket coin pouch for those EU coins?

    I have used one of these at home and abroad for years for folding bills. Fold a small stack of bills in half, clamp down on the fold and then fold the "levers" over the open end of the bills. Neat and compact and easy to access. When I travel, I use a small leather coin purse. The heavier...
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    It's been done before... cutlery/bowl/cup?

    The undernoted human gear cutlery set plus a folding bowl goes with me everywhere when travelling. Locally for a hotel stay or walking out of the country. Knife/spoon/fork set is durable, fairly light and the bowl gives you a bowl/plate/cutting board...
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    LIVE from the Camino @TiedyeAT on the Camino Francés

    Your writing, even more than the photo, evokes old dreams and future thoughts vividly. Thank you.
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    Celebrating my old age

    Point taken. A few lines, presented in isolation, often fail to reveal the thoughts and intent behind them. Buen Camino Dave on whatever path life has set before you. Getting up can sometimes be difficult, but is necessary for the next step forward. Best wishes for many more steps. Your post...
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    Celebrating my old age

    Well aren't you the little ray of sunshine. :) All six of my caminos have been post my 70th birthday and at 80, I am contemplating a 7th. I guess that I am past the back cover of the book. ;)
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    Musical instruments on the Camino.

    Some years ago, on the Appalachian Trail, I encountered a young man carrying a tuba. Yes full size. I never did find out why, however the fact that his travelling companion was carrying a pair of car hub caps may have helped open the discussion. I have often wondered what the hub caps sounded...
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    Help me review this packing list for my students

    I applaud what you are doing Janet! And no, you are not the one who started the synthetic vs natural theme.
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    Charging electronic devices...

    If you are in trouble because you left your small adapter in a socket at your last albergue, check at the front desk of your next stop. They'll have a drawer full of them.
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    A word of warning on trail runners or light weight shoes.

    I have worn Hoka Bondi 7's for my last four Caminos including last October when we got absolutely drenched in Galacia. I stuffed them with newspaper and they dried well overnight. All in all, a very comfortable shoe
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