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Thank you for your support and for sharing your story. I’ve decided to stay another day in Ponferrada. (3 days now). It has a good selection of sport shops. I tried on new hiking shoes this morning but my feet wouldn’t hear of it. I plan to try again tomorrow morning, buy a pair and bus to abut...
I haven’t turned a TV on or listened to the radio in 8 days. I haven’t missed it and am able to see things and people in a more positive way I feel. I’m glad you enjoyed the story; I’m so pleased it’s non fiction.
Thank you Saint Mike. I toured the castle yesterday and much of Ponferrada. It’s such a beautiful city. This morning I tried shopping for alternative footwsre but I can’t put a shoe on my left foot. I’m forced to reevaluate and be realistic about what I do next. To say that I’m upset is a...
I thought I’d share with you what I posted on Facebook yesterday. I have some blisters that caused me to stop for a couple of days in Ponferrada. If you want to stay in cleanest hostal with the kindest owner, I highly recommended Hostal San Miguel. Paco the owner, will take great care of you He...
Loved, loved, loved your post Scarey! You will do it. I can tell from the spirit, humour and ambition you demonstrated throughout your post.
I’m waiting to board a plane to Spain for my first Camino. Your post made my day and reinforced the fact that I’m right to do the Camino simply because I...
Thanks Bob. I’m stressing about not booking everything in advance. I hope to learn to figure out how to relax about not knowing where the pieces will fall and trusting that they’ll fall into proper place along My Way.
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