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I will be arriving in Paris on June 2,then on to Bayonne. Bayonne to SJPDP on June 3. I begin the C.F. on June 4 staying at Orisson that night. Our paths will definitely cross.
Feeling anxious and excited at the same time! Buen Camino!
I will probably cross paths with you as I will be starting around June 4. I land in Paris on June 2 (from USA). Then will take train to Bayonne and stay overnight, heading to SJPDP on June 3. Maybe stay the night there and hike to Orrison on the 4th. I plan to reserve a bed at Orisson for the...
Hi! I am starting at around June 3 or 4. I just purchased from Campmor.com a fleece 50/10 sleeping bag, one that can be used alone or add to a bag in cold temps, for $18.00. I'll be using it by itself. A great deal! (made by Coleman)
In re: leggings this is my own opinion: they belong only in...
Grabbed a book off my shelf this morning (The Soul of a Pilgrim by Christine Valters Paintner); purchased over a year ago but had not read it. Anyway, I opened to a beautiful poem at the beginning:
"How to be a Pilgrim"
Air travel is like
ancient pilgrims walking on their
knees, flight delays...
I am so overwhelmed with emotion at all of the beautiful posts! It's been a few days since I posted and snce I did so I have felt sort of a "switch" in my thinking. I have always been a "seeker" looking to find meaning in life and ways to deal with challenges. I'm an avid reader and have always...
Yesterday I had my monthly meeting with my spiritual director. I told her that I had booked my flight for the Camino for this coming June. She then asked me "why are you doing it" (walking the camino). I could not come up with an answer right away because I have not spent enough time really...
Hi all!
I have just purchased the 2017 Brierly guidebook and have the 2015, brand new, to give away if someone wants it. I'll pay US shipping. Send me a private message with your details if interested. Buen Camino and God Bless!
Hi all! So excited! Bought my plane ticket a few days ago. June 1 Boston to Paris...July 24 Madrid to Boston! God willing I plan to walk to Finisterre and Muxia. The preparation is so much fun!
Hi! I too am booked to do the Camino Frances. I'll be flying into Paris June 2. You'll be a bit ahead of me but maybe our paths will cross! Buen Camino!
Agree wholeheartedly about Ms. Jackson's book. I put off reading it then thought I'd give it a try. Hours wasted that I'll never get back.
I'd like to recommend "Jesus: A Pilgrimage" by James Martin, SJ. Written from a priest's point of view and a good mix of Camino experiences, spiritual...
You are all awesome! Thank you for taking the time to respond and for all of the info. A part of me wants to totally disconnect from the world and enjoy whatever the camino presents; but it would be unfair to my loved ones to not have contact with me for 6 weeks or more. So that's why I'll need...
Hi. I am hoping to do the Camino Frances beginning on June 1, 2017. My question is in regards to using my cell phone. When I did a search on the topic there was mention of a SIM card. I just was not clear if you buy a card in France or Spain and just put it in your existing phone or do I need to...
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