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    This picture is a detail of the south entrance of Santiago cathedral. Look at the Omega and the Alpha: they are in reverse order (omega first): that means that Santiago is not the end, but a new start in your life...
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    sugargypsy reacted to Peterexpatkiwi's post in the thread Pilgrimage or vacation? with Like Like.
    Wow, that’s a loaded question, and answer’s could easily break the forum rules if not carefully worded. The simplest answer is, for some it’s a pilgrimage, whether done for religious/spiritual reasons or not. For others, a walking holiday...
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    Choose a program that you will enjoy and therefore be more likely to follow.
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    sugargypsy reacted to David Tallan's post in the thread want solitude with Like Like.
    While I agree that the Camino should be an inclusive experience, I'm not sure that you are demonstrating that by sending this pilgrim off to a retreat. The Camino is just as inclusive of introverts who want solitude or limited social contact as...
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    sugargypsy reacted to DoughnutANZ's post in the thread want solitude with Like Like.
    It sounds like you will be starting your Camino with a lot of expectations. In my experience, this leads to a disappointing and boring Camino. My advice would be to worry less about your Cumbayá avoidance strategies and go with an open mind and...
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    sugargypsy reacted to Antnix1's post in the thread Botafumerio out of service with Like Like.
    It takes 8 people to swing it (not saying they're paid but that doesn't mean it should be free). Then you have the cost of maintenance, cleaning, coals/incense, insurance, and if it generates a bit of income so be it. I've heard people getting...
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    When I trained for the CF, I walked from my house to the next town where I live which is 20 kilometers with my pack. My mind filled with doubt when at the end of the day I asked myself if I could get up the next morning and do it again. Surely...
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    You could also use a bag transport service for the first few days until you get your legs.
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    I know, that's why I've put the "complete" in quotation marks. Because for many people walking the Camino for the first time, it is often enough the case that they think they "have" to start at the usual starting points in order to arrive at SdC...

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