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    Why has "No Money" topic pilgrim created such controversy?

    If I may - it has taught me something, again, about myself - my own exasperation and irritatability and the urgent need to keep my mouth in check. Again, apologies.
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    I will walk the Camino with “NO” money

    well, yes - my post was negative, judgemental when I re-read it and reflect further on it and may not sit comfortably with others. I am sure that I am not the best natured of people and I know I am cantankerous and prone to grumbling. If I offend I shall withdraw, take my own advice and depart...
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    I will walk the Camino with “NO” money

    I ernestly assure that I shall never, ever, "look you up" - were I to return to Thailand, have the misfortune of encountering you on the camino or anywhere else for that matter. Self-obsessed nonsense. Desist and depart.
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    Mother and son bicycle Camino

    ridiculous - something else to really annoy me, just when I was getting over previous trite gimmicks - roller-blading, unicycles, faux-mendicant mendacious men juggling giraffes... I yearn to return to the Camino - personally I feel my sons are too young for the Camino or for my to take a month...
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    Day of Rest

    As ever, I absolutely defer to the wisdom and insight of Sillydoll. Entirely right - rest when needed. I would enter a plea for the Maragateria - the lovely area before amidst the hills after Astorga, great places to recoup energy. Cacabelos in the Bierzo is wonderful - specifically the local...
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    Pilgrims with mental health issues?

    I am sure that the support will be there and readily forthcoming. I have depression which has changed my life beyond measure. My O.C.D is a matter I live with within certain clear limitations. I too have great issues with doors - stemming from times when the handles were on one side only...
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    Elephant in the room (forum)

    Absolutely, as oursonpolaire wisely states, a great many on the camino are moved and motivated to a different spiritual view through their experiences on the way.
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    Introduction

    Hello - I'm sure you'll find abundant answers to your questions and even find much more insight too just by having a look around the forum. I'm very glad to use this forum and find it a tremendous resource. I wish you the very best.
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    Evening bag

    Ortlieb bike handlebar bag! Brilliant, waterproof, with compartments, divisions, sections, clip for keys and a waterproof mapcase on the outside with a shoulder strap as added encore for easy carrying as well. It manages up to 5KG and is organised to perfection so as to give the reassurance of...
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    I will walk the Camino with “NO” money

    I feel that this is most unfortunate and not in keeping respect for others. As Sil and others have explained, the spirit of sharing and generosity of spirit that one experiences along the camino will only be diminished by playing with people's kindness. Having experienced Thailand and Spain I...
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    pretty sure i am leaving the camino after tomorrow

    curious indeed - does one ever really leave, finish, end or complete the camino? I would say not, personally. All sincere experiences inform us and broaden our understanding - in that way the expereince gained is worthwhile if neither satisfying or expected. She may well return in time. The...
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    From York, North Yorkshire, UK

    Excellent. I've only cycled the route in Spain - there is great information here which will serve you well. I'd be fascinated to more about your plans and your journey once you've achieved your goal. I wish you the very best with your endeavours. Do please ask whatsoever - people here are...
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    Cycling the Camino on Paved roads

    Many sections indeed are suitable for most bikes - in some areas all bikes. One time I cycled the camino was with a friend who took a Dawes Galaxy tourer - he mixed road and trail ad hoc without problem and thrived. On my, pre-suspension, mountain bike with panniers the walking route was fine...
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    Three over 70 year-olds raise money for St Georges Cathedral

    That is excellent - great stuff. Thank you for raising my spirits on a dismal evening.
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    The Camino Space-time continuum

    I hope your camino was excellent in every where. The juxtaposition you highlight shows how bizarre our "normal" daily routine actually is, how weird our humdrum montone existance is compared to the multicoloured variety that we can otherwise experience on the camino as we get back in touch with...
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