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catheriam replied to the thread Trash pick up.Oh Rita, fair Camino Saunterering Lady! I had two bouts of Covid 2023, which has done a number on my "breathlessness" and, at 79, slowed my planned weight loss. . So 11 April, my fourth CS, I plan to be "sauntering forth" from Roncesvalles and...
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The most important thing a person needs to do when shopping for distance-walking footwear, be it backpacking or a pilgrimage on camino, is to ignore what your stated shoe size has been. You are going after a shoe that Fits properly and FEELS...
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catheriam replied to the thread Hiking Sandals only?.Yay, ECCO fan! I live in Coimbra, Portugal and this, my first winter, I stepped outside apartment, looked at the glistening wet pavement, looked down at my ECCOs and thought, "Nothing ventured, nothing gained!" Actually, I think I was paralyzed...
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5 Caminos in Chacos (toe loop). In the rain, and down to 40°F. A couple times in the 30s for a morning start I donned a pair of Injinji toe socks. I carry a pair of boots as backup. I’ve put the boots on a couple time during bad weather, or to...
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catheriam replied to the thread 6 Month Training & Weight Loss Plan for an Overweight/Plus Size Pilgrim.In past four years, moved three times, had Covid twice (has done a NUMBER on my breathing), food poisoning, right hip beautifully replaced and 9 months hunched over computer expat'ing myself from Missouri to Portugal. 2023-24, winter in...
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catheriam replied to the thread Merino wool shirt.Icebreak should be stronger and t'istn't. My 200 has a snarky hole and just lamentable even after a cold wash. The rip at cinch of (previous) Osprey 36 and somehow missed in clothing review in January. What I miss (almost) more than un cafe...
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catheriam replied to the thread Looking for a weight loss accountability partner who has walked the Camino.My last of 3 previous Caminos was 2019. I've had Covid twice, which affected my breathing (apparently not unusual). I had a right hip replacement in 2022 and that took a minute to regain even a semblance of walking strength! Moved to Portugal...
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catheriam reacted to trecile's post in the thread How to book my own lodging - what sites to use with
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The Wise Pilgrim app has a feature that will compose a message for you in Spanish (or Portuguese or French, depending on the route), that makes it really easy. You just long press on WhatsApp number. Then you choose the date, number of... -
Love the picture! In my experience the Camino provides, but it will give you what you need, not necessarily what you want. You might want a private room with own bathroom and might get a mattress on the floor in a dormitory... You might want...
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catheriam replied to the thread Is anyone currently (March 10, 2024) on the Camino Frances - Ponferrada now?.Cherish with your entire being you have this solitude in which to refresh your spirit, in whatever way that is appropriate for you. St Jimmy the Everpresent Encourager is rightalongside you!
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