Leaving Saturday 5/30/15

[Josie86]

So here I am in the final stretch of waiting to take off and begin this incredible journey! I didn't train nearly enough.... In fact, I barely trained at all. Although, the training I did do, I did in the mountains. The San Gabriels in SoCal. I'm hoping that it'll be enough and that listening to my body will get me to Santiago.

Now what I'm really worried about.... I am having a lot of anxiety about the flight to Paris - especially with everything in the news nowadays. So please fellow pilgrims, prayer request for safe flights for myself and everyone else traveling soon and that I am able to just sleep the whole way! Wouldn't that be nice! Since I'm flying an overnight direct flight, I do plan on taking Tylenol pm an hour before I board the plane! Hahaha

I do have a week after I plan on finishing my Camino (I want to get there in 33 days but have a total of 39 days) for exploring and I would like a flat iron and makeup for this week. Is there a way to send the things I would need for this week ahead to Santiago to wait for me? Thank you in advance to any help and prayers/well wishes.

I've probably over packed, I know I didn't train enough, I'm scared of flying, and of being alone... but I AM GOING! I guess I will figure it out as I go haha.

Buen Camino!

-Jo

 

[whariwharangi]

I do have a week after I plan on finishing my Camino (I want to get there in 33 days but have a total of 39 days) for exploring and I would like a flat iron and makeup for this week. Is there a way to send the things I would need for this week ahead to Santiago to wait for me?

See the tab at the top of the page: 'Services in Santiago by Ivar'.

!Buen Camino!

 

[Anniesantiago]

So here I am in the final stretch of waiting to take off and begin this incredible journey! I didn't train nearly enough.... In fact, I barely trained at all. Although, the training I did do, I did in the mountains. The San Gabriels in SoCal. I'm hoping that it'll be enough and that listening to my body will get me to Santiago.

Now what I'm really worried about.... I am having a lot of anxiety about the flight to Paris - especially with everything in the news nowadays. So please fellow pilgrims, prayer request for safe flights for myself and everyone else traveling soon and that I am able to just sleep the whole way! Wouldn't that be nice! Since I'm flying an overnight direct flight, I do plan on taking Tylenol pm an hour before I board the plane! Hahaha

I do have a week after I plan on finishing my Camino (I want to get there in 33 days but have a total of 39 days) for exploring and I would like a flat iron and makeup for this week. Is there a way to send the things I would need for this week ahead to Santiago to wait for me? Thank you in advance to any help and prayers/well wishes.

I've probably over packed, I know I didn't train enough, I'm scared of flying, and of being alone... but I AM GOING! I guess I will figure it out as I go haha.

Buen Camino!

-Jo

You could just buy those things in Santiago for what you'd pay to ship them ahead and store them.
Santiago has GREAT shopping, especially once you get out of the old city and into the new - a short walk.

 

[jefferyonthecamino]

So here I am in the final stretch of waiting to take off and begin this incredible journey! I didn't train nearly enough.... In fact, I barely trained at all. Although, the training I did do, I did in the mountains. The San Gabriels in SoCal. I'm hoping that it'll be enough and that listening to my body will get me to Santiago.

Now what I'm really worried about.... I am having a lot of anxiety about the flight to Paris - especially with everything in the news nowadays. So please fellow pilgrims, prayer request for safe flights for myself and everyone else traveling soon and that I am able to just sleep the whole way! Wouldn't that be nice! Since I'm flying an overnight direct flight, I do plan on taking Tylenol pm an hour before I board the plane! Hahaha

I do have a week after I plan on finishing my Camino (I want to get there in 33 days but have a total of 39 days) for exploring and I would like a flat iron and makeup for this week. Is there a way to send the things I would need for this week ahead to Santiago to wait for me? Thank you in advance to any help and prayers/well wishes.

I've probably over packed, I know I didn't train enough, I'm scared of flying, and of being alone... but I AM GOING! I guess I will figure it out as I go haha.

Buen Camino!

-Jo

a glass or two of wine works better for me (plus ignoring sensationalist mews headlines)
&
you might want to consider investing in one on arrival in santiago, probably as cheap as shipping

BUEN CAMINO

 

[naplesdon]

So here I am in the final stretch of waiting to take off and begin this incredible journey! I didn't train nearly enough.... In fact, I barely trained at all. Although, the training I did do, I did in the mountains. The San Gabriels in SoCal. I'm hoping that it'll be enough and that listening to my body will get me to Santiago.

Now what I'm really worried about.... I am having a lot of anxiety about the flight to Paris - especially with everything in the news nowadays. So please fellow pilgrims, prayer request for safe flights for myself and everyone else traveling soon and that I am able to just sleep the whole way! Wouldn't that be nice! Since I'm flying an overnight direct flight, I do plan on taking Tylenol pm an hour before I board the plane! Hahaha

I do have a week after I plan on finishing my Camino (I want to get there in 33 days but have a total of 39 days) for exploring and I would like a flat iron and makeup for this week. Is there a way to send the things I would need for this week ahead to Santiago to wait for me? Thank you in advance to any help and prayers/well wishes.

I've probably over packed, I know I didn't train enough, I'm scared of flying, and of being alone... but I AM GOING! I guess I will figure it out as I go haha.

Buen Camino!

-Jo

We all have last minute jitters. I leave tomorrow for Oloron-Sainte-Marie and feel exactly the same beginning another Camino.

 

[mspath]

We all have last minute jitters. I leave tomorrow for Oloron-Sainte-Marie and feel exactly the same beginning another Camino.

All the best for another great camino Don! Be sure to explore the incredible estacion at Canfranc.
Take care, Carpe diem and as always Ultreia!

MM

 

[Mark Lee]

As someone that used to fly overseas frequently for my job, don't sweat the flight to Paris. Flying is still the safest form of travel.
As far as training to walk the Camino. Don't sweat that either. Just know your limitations and don't push yourself too hard. Your body will condition itself after a week or so.
Walking the Camino is really easy and once you start doing it you will see what I am talking about.
cheers

 

[Cookchik]

So here I am in the final stretch of waiting to take off and begin this incredible journey! I didn't train nearly enough.... In fact, I barely trained at all. Although, the training I did do, I did in the mountains. The San Gabriels in SoCal. I'm hoping that it'll be enough and that listening to my body will get me to Santiago.

Now what I'm really worried about.... I am having a lot of anxiety about the flight to Paris - especially with everything in the news nowadays. So please fellow pilgrims, prayer request for safe flights for myself and everyone else traveling soon and that I am able to just sleep the whole way! Wouldn't that be nice! Since I'm flying an overnight direct flight, I do plan on taking Tylenol pm an hour before I board the plane! Hahaha

I do have a week after I plan on finishing my Camino (I want to get there in 33 days but have a total of 39 days) for exploring and I would like a flat iron and makeup for this week. Is there a way to send the things I would need for this week ahead to Santiago to wait for me? Thank you in advance to any help and prayers/well wishes.

I've probably over packed, I know I didn't train enough, I'm scared of flying, and of being alone... but I AM GOING! I guess I will figure it out as I go haha.

Buen Camino!

-Jo

Y

So here I am in the final stretch of waiting to take off and begin this incredible journey! I didn't train nearly enough.... In fact, I barely trained at all. Although, the training I did do, I did in the mountains. The San Gabriels in SoCal. I'm hoping that it'll be enough and that listening to my body will get me to Santiago.

Now what I'm really worried about.... I am having a lot of anxiety about the flight to Paris - especially with everything in the news nowadays. So please fellow pilgrims, prayer request for safe flights for myself and everyone else traveling soon and that I am able to just sleep the whole way! Wouldn't that be nice! Since I'm flying an overnight direct flight, I do plan on taking Tylenol pm an hour before I board the plane! Hahaha

I do have a week after I plan on finishing my Camino (I want to get there in 33 days but have a total of 39 days) for exploring and I would like a flat iron and makeup for this week. Is there a way to send the things I would need for this week ahead to Santiago to wait for me? Thank you in advance to any help and prayers/well wishes.

I've probably over packed, I know I didn't train enough, I'm scared of flying, and of being alone... but I AM GOING! I guess I will figure it out as I go haha.

Buen Camino!

-Jo

Hi Jo,
I know exactly how you feel. My husband and I are leaving 2moro morning from CA. We are planning to start from SJPDP on Sat 5/30/15. Have been training but 2 days ago my ankle started to bother. Hoping taking a few days off will help. Maybe we will meet in St Jean.

Buen Camino

 

[naplesdon]

All the best for another great camino Don! Be sure to explore the incredible estacion at Canfranc.
Take care, Carpe diem and as always Ultreia!

MM

Thank you. The station is on my list as well as many of the monasteries on my way to Eunate! Then perhaps a wine tour is in order around the Rioja Valley as well before I head back home.

 

[tyrrek]

Buen Camino! The fitness will come - enjoy feeling it happen. Don't be afraid to let your Camino eat into the spare time at the end. It's a great luxury and freedom to have!

 

[fellman]

So here I am in the final stretch of waiting to take off and begin this incredible journey! I didn't train nearly enough.... In fact, I barely trained at all. Although, the training I did do, I did in the mountains. The San Gabriels in SoCal. I'm hoping that it'll be enough and that listening to my body will get me to Santiago.

Now what I'm really worried about.... I am having a lot of anxiety about the flight to Paris - especially with everything in the news nowadays. So please fellow pilgrims, prayer request for safe flights for myself and everyone else traveling soon and that I am able to just sleep the whole way! Wouldn't that be nice! Since I'm flying an overnight direct flight, I do plan on taking Tylenol pm an hour before I board the plane! Hahaha

I do have a week after I plan on finishing my Camino (I want to get there in 33 days but have a total of 39 days) for exploring and I would like a flat iron and makeup for this week. Is there a way to send the things I would need for this week ahead to Santiago to wait for me? Thank you in advance to any help and prayers/well wishes.

I've probably over packed, I know I didn't train enough, I'm scared of flying, and of being alone... but I AM GOING! I guess I will figure it out as I go haha.

Buen Camino!

-Jo

 

[Josie86]

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Hi Jo,
I know exactly how you feel. My husband and I are leaving 2moro morning from CA. We are planning to start from SJPDP on Sat 5/30/15. Have been training but 2 days ago my ankle started to bother. Hoping taking a few days off will help. Maybe we will meet in St Jean.

Buen Camino

Best to both you and your husband! May you guys travel safely and may your trip be filled with wonderful experiences. Safe, enjoyable flights to you guys! Perhaps we will meet! I'll be starting two days behind you but maybe I'll catch up! I'm not a fast hiker/walker but I'm like the proverbial turtle.... slow and steady gets me the whole distance! Hahaha. I'll be the little one with the distinguishable voice and laugh!

 

[Josie86]

As someone that used to fly overseas frequently for my job, don't sweat the flight to Paris. Flying is still the safest form of travel.
As far as training to walk the Camino. Don't sweat that either. Just know your limitations and don't push yourself too hard. Your body will condition itself after a week or so.
Walking the Camino is really easy and once you start doing it you will see what I am talking about.
cheers

Thank you for your words of confidence. I'm hoping two Tylenol PM will have me sleeping nearly the whole way and also lessen the jet lag. I'm a little concerned about the trek to Roncesvalles. I know there are other places nearly or as steep but I'll be conditioned by then. Oh well! I'll get an early start in SJPP haha.

 

[Josie86]

Buen Camino! The fitness will come - enjoy feeling it happen. Don't be afraid to let your Camino eat into the spare time at the end. It's a great luxury and freedom to have!

I figured! If I feel that I need a good hot bath and rest day, I'll go ahead and take it.

 

[Josie86]

a glass or two of wine works better for me (plus ignoring sensationalist mews headlines)
&
you might want to consider investing in one on arrival in santiago, probably as cheap as shipping

BUEN CAMINO

Do you happen to know what the price of shipping a small package is in Spain? I know Ivar's storing prices, I'm just having toruble finding shipping rates for Spain. Thanks either way!

 

[gapowell]

Thank you for your words of confidence. I'm hoping two Tylenol PM will have me sleeping nearly the whole way and also lessen the jet lag. I'm a little concerned about the trek to Roncesvalles. I know there are other places nearly or as steep but I'll be conditioned by then. Oh well! I'll get an early start in SJPP haha.

Hi Josie86,
It's a wonderful time of year to be starting the trek. I envy you starting your first Camino - be careful, it might not be your last! Just to follow up on your last comment (above). YES, get an early start! I really think it is key to not rusg that first day. Firstly, because it is just so stunningly beautiful, but also (more importantly?), because you don't want to hurt or damage yourself on the first day. So, take it easy, very easy. Stop whenever you can, and whenever you want to. Take your boots off and massage your feet. Drink lots of water. Stop and smell the flowers... and take pictures!

If you can, be on the road at 6am. Seriously.

Don't forget to put vaseline on your heels...

The Camino really does tend to provide you with what you need, so... don't carry too much!

Have fun. Buen Camino!

 

[jefferyonthecamino]

Do you happen to know what the price of shipping a small package is in Spain? I know Ivar's storing prices, I'm just having toruble finding shipping rates for Spain. Thanks either way!

nope, but you can check here:
http://www.correos.es/ss/Satellite/site/pagina-inicio/info?idiomaWeb=en_GB

 

[Mark Lee]

Thank you for your words of confidence. I'm hoping two Tylenol PM will have me sleeping nearly the whole way and also lessen the jet lag. I'm a little concerned about the trek to Roncesvalles. I know there are other places nearly or as steep but I'll be conditioned by then. Oh well! I'll get an early start in SJPP haha.

Not long ago somebody posted somewhere on this forum a time lapse video of the walk to Roncesvalles. It's a good video to watch and shows it's not that bad.
Don't forget to get some snacks in SJPdP to grub on that first day.
cheers

 

[Peter Fransiscus]

So here I am in the final stretch of waiting to take off and begin this incredible journey! I didn't train nearly enough.... In fact, I barely trained at all. Although, the training I did do, I did in the mountains. The San Gabriels in SoCal. I'm hoping that it'll be enough and that listening to my body will get me to Santiago.

Now what I'm really worried about.... I am having a lot of anxiety about the flight to Paris - especially with everything in the news nowadays. So please fellow pilgrims, prayer request for safe flights for myself and everyone else traveling soon and that I am able to just sleep the whole way! Wouldn't that be nice! Since I'm flying an overnight direct flight, I do plan on taking Tylenol pm an hour before I board the plane! Hahaha

I do have a week after I plan on finishing my Camino (I want to get there in 33 days but have a total of 39 days) for exploring and I would like a flat iron and makeup for this week. Is there a way to send the things I would need for this week ahead to Santiago to wait for me? Thank you in advance to any help and prayers/well wishes.

I've probably over packed, I know I didn't train enough, I'm scared of flying, and of being alone... but I AM GOING! I guess I will figure it out as I go haha.

Buen Camino!

-Jo

Hi Jo. You will do fine, start slow and in the coming day's you get stronger. Enjoy the scenery it would be great. And as stated already you can by everything along the Camino. When you think I will not use some things from your backpack leave them. Go with the flow and enjoy yourself. Wish you well and a Buen Camino, Peter.