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markie6 reacted to BHP's post in the thread Death of American pilgrim in Castromaior today with
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This was my husband. So many thanks to all of my fellow pilgrims who stopped to help and to pray and to translate for me. He was doing what he loved. Thank you for the news article link. -
markie6 replied to the thread want solitude.Pick a time of year when there are fewer other pilgrims about or a route where fewer pilgrims go in general ( as nick says ) the VDLP Be prepared for less infrastructure being available in quieter times
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There are other routes that are similar in length to the Francés but with much more solitude. For example, the Vía de la Plata sounds like it could be what you’re looking for. Look up some alternative routes and see if you find something that...
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markie6 replied to the thread Did it make a difference.All experiences change people IMO .. hard not to be affected by all the people around you sharing similar goals. I've chatted to pilgrims who were using their time to decide on momentous life choices, divorce or not , which career , mourning...
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Yes, yes, yes, of course, or I wouldn't be glued to the computer reading this also addictive forum every morning over coffee. Buen Camino
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Yes it has changed my life, thanks to the other pilgrims I meet. And every time I walk on the Camino, somebody brings to me something else.
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markie6 replied to the thread Are there Book swaps on the Camino. What book would you take..Lots of books get discarded on Camino (weight ) . I've only ever taken a guidebook and I have learnt more language by conversing with fellow pilgrims and the locals than by other means.
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markie6 replied to the thread LIVE from the Camino Current conditions on the Frances.Have fun... I could murder a boccadillo right now.... and a beer.... and some sun.... and some pilgrim watching while attending to the first 3
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markie6 replied to the thread One (water) bottle to rule them all?.Yep my take too. Just like the mythical perfect shoe that never causes any person on the planet a blister
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Probably an unpopular take, but I find many people overthink water and water bottles. If you’re walking the CF you are almost always within a couple km of water. I bought a small 500ml bottle of water when I arrived and carried that and refilled...
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