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I also am doing my 3rd Camino this summer and i, too, am feeling anxious. I will be walking alone for the first week which I've never done before. For some irrational reason I am anxious about getting from the airport to the Camino and anxious about whether I will meet people while I walk solo...
I found this quote while sauntering on the Camino this past month! It's exactly what my brother did- saunter! I tried to emulate him- succeeded to some degree!
So many threads with people not having a good experience. I wonder what is going on? It's often hard and it's sometimes boring. And your feet can hurt. But it is often joyful and beautiful. I like to say there are angels everywhere. I hope people can take a breath and smile.
Sorry for your experience. I started a day later and found the exact opposite - i can only recall one rude incident; hopefully your next Camino will be different.
I think I can offer advice, having had the most and largest blisters of all time from Pamplona to just past Leon.
1. do not hike 17 miles the first day in 90+ degree heat;
2. use vaseline
3. change socks often
4. when you first feel anything - stop and apply compeed or moleskin or something!
5...
I experienced the same thing! It's interesting for a moment, only, to some people. I set up a blog and don't think I'll post on facebook. Buen camino, my friend.
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