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  1. ChrissyandElise

    Pilgrim Heart Retreat: Preparing the Journey Home

    @caitlinelena thank you for posting about this beautiful retreat on my other thread about Muxia or Finisterra. If all goes as planned, my daughter and I would be coming through on Thursday June 20, 2024. I've marked our draft itinerary and will reach out to see if there's space, as we get closer!
  2. ChrissyandElise

    Finisterre or Muxia?

    Thank you for all these wonderful replies, preferences, and information. Elise & I have decided to play it by ear, make it to SDC and then decide. Thanks to you all, we have a much better understanding of the unique aspects of each ❤️ Excited to see where we end up!
  3. ChrissyandElise

    Finisterre or Muxia?

    Hello peregrinos! My daughter and I are walking the CF from SJPP and hope to arrive in SDC around a week before we fly home (late June). We'd like to walk to either Finisterra or Muxia and then enjoy the last day or two just relaxing and enjoying the ocean. I recognize we could do both, however...
  4. ChrissyandElise

    Sandals vs. flip flops.

    LOVE this thread since this has also been my next issue to conquer prior to my May departure. I also have Hoka Speedgoats for the walk. Sandals are Xero Shoes Z-Trail EV for around town, albergue, and trail if my feet need a break. I don't want to bring rubber flip flops for the shower too, but...
  5. ChrissyandElise

    The Way 2 - Characters

    Haha yes! Slightly off topic, but is anyone aware if we can get an El Ramon stamp along the CF? I'll be walking this May and would love this! I am a huge fan of The Way. I know that scene takes place in Torres del Rio at the old Casa Santa Barbara, and have a note in my book about Calle la...
  6. ChrissyandElise

    Walking the Camino with knee bursitis

    @joeboybollo - this is encouraging for all of us with knee pain, getting ready to head out! Thank you!
  7. ChrissyandElise

    Walking the Camino with knee bursitis

    @Medilembas - I also have knee issues and sought medical advice prior to my May 2024 Camino. Also was told that I would not do any long term damage so go ahead & enjoy. My doc advised that 2 Aleve in the morning and 2 Aleve at night for pain is fine as needed (noting, the bottle dosing says 1...
  8. ChrissyandElise

    Using a blanket as a jacket on a cold day

    Thank you @Tandem Graham. I truly feel so blessed. She is 20, will be going into her senior year of college (for nursing) and this will probably be the last time we can bail out for 6 weeks together. I know that this time together will be absolutely priceless. My heart is full.
  9. ChrissyandElise

    Using a blanket as a jacket on a cold day

    Thank you for this! YES something I hadn't thought of. Maybe this plus extra layers to donate after a week or two is the way to go..... Thank you everyone for your thoughtful replies - you are all giving me great options to consider.
  10. ChrissyandElise

    Using a blanket as a jacket on a cold day

    I just bought this too in Costco last weekend as a potential option! Although got the synthetic version because we are vegan so don't do down - that one is around 14.8oz. Agree it's a steal!
  11. ChrissyandElise

    Using a blanket as a jacket on a cold day

    Thank you everyone! OK yes, I think I'll bring the lightweight wind pullover plus another layer that together comes in at <8oz. I appreciate your ideas and experiences!
  12. ChrissyandElise

    Using a blanket as a jacket on a cold day

    Thank you @Anhalter. I was thinking that the first day hike over the Pyrenees was going to be the coldest section, and didn't want an extra 14oz just for one day - but based on your reply I see it was chilly for a couple weeks at least. In your experience, are there other generally cold/windy...
  13. ChrissyandElise

    Using a blanket as a jacket on a cold day

    Hello all! My daughter and I are heading out on the Frances SJPP to SDC on May 19. I'm trying to minimize pack weight & not pack my fears. One of my fears is being cold. Right now our hooded fleece jackets are one of the heaviest items in our packs at 14.2oz / 403g. I'm thinking of replacing...
  14. ChrissyandElise

    The Way: how do you feel about THE movie?

    @Peterexpatkiwi thank you. This short video is perfect. 💛
  15. ChrissyandElise

    May/June on Camino Francés

    This post is blowing my mind. If 10,000 people a year leave SJPP in May, that's 325 pilgrims A DAY?! The albergue in Roncesvalles has 183 beds - where do the other half of the pilgrims go?! Seems hard to believe there are enough beds for all of us along the way.
  16. ChrissyandElise

    The Way: how do you feel about THE movie?

    I absolutely love The Way and have lost myself in it many times. I recognize there are many things to disparage in the movie but it is a movie not real life and I'm ok with how the story unfolds. I love the scenery and the idea of Tom pushing past his comfort zone to do something he never...
  17. ChrissyandElise

    Listening to music while on the camino

    My family does a thing on holidays where we pick one song to play at the start of every day, that becomes the memory of the holiday so whenever we hear it we are instantly transported back. Works for long car trips also (put it on after rest stops). The idea is you pick something you might hear...
  18. ChrissyandElise

    Ride share Arriving in Biarritz on 24th April 2024 and booked the shuttle to SJPDP

    I also booked with Express Bourricot for BIQ to SJPP, they were great! However, a month after you... BTW their booking site had a glitch, I had originally submitted the online form and did not hear any reply so I emailed them and finally made contact. The glitch should be fixed now but if anyone...
  19. ChrissyandElise

    How often do you take a break?

    This thread and @good_old_shoes's reply is making me think a lightweight rest mat could be a worthy addition to the pack. I found one for 9 ounces. Worth the weight?
  20. ChrissyandElise

    A long (winding) road.

    @Purky this top photo is so beautiful - where did you take it and would it be ok with you if I possibly use this as a LinkedIn header? I will give you the appropriate photo cred if you'd like to share your preferred name for that.

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