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  1. Charleston Tom

    Those we leave behind

    Over the years, I've taken a number of trips to out-of-the-way places that have caused concern with family members and close friends. I have always found, however, that the burden to constantly 'check in' greatly diminishes the inner tranquility of solo journeys. In an attempt to balance these...
  2. Charleston Tom

    all in one hair/body/face/clothing cleansing bar

    I've been using Dr. Bronner all-in-one cleansing bars for years. They are a very convenient alternative to multiple products. Last year I used a Dr. Bronner bar for a 7,000 mile motorcycle trip across the USA and this year I carried one on my Camino pilgrimage. Here's a link for reference...
  3. Charleston Tom

    Did your Camino fail or exceed your expectations?

    I walked from Astorga to Santiago with my daughter and son-in-law. I was a rare opportunity to spend two weeks with them and we had a wonderful experience. In fact, they both said their Camino journey was the best travel experience they had ever had. On balance, a couple of the sections across...
  4. Charleston Tom

    Did movie: "The Way" motivate you...

    I wasn't familiar with the Camino until I saw the movie, 'The Way'. I walked out of the theater strongly inspired to do a pilgrim walk. I invited my daughter and son-in-law to join me. Four months later we walked from Astorga to Santiago. It was one of the best experiences in my life...and I owe...
  5. Charleston Tom

    What are the Do's and Don'ts of Albergue Etiquette?

    It is not uncommon for pilgrims to join together and form a "Camino Family'. While I'm sure some people enjoy the companionship...these groups can be a true nuisance by their insular behavior. Unfortunately, groups can frequently lose the individual civilities of their members. I've experienced...
  6. Charleston Tom

    Worried about my husband...

    FWIW...I strongly believe that any attempt to impose one's will on another person severely damages a relationship. It would be terrific to experience the Camino with a willing partner. Just don't drag another person along who doesn't share a comparable level of enthusiasm.
  7. Charleston Tom

    His Camino fails to live up to expectations

    Re: Their Camino fails to live up to expectations I just returned from a pilgrimage with my daughter and son-in-law. In spite of rain, mud, exhaustion, and albergue snoring...we loved our Camino experience. In addition to the bound that forms between people walking companions, we greatly...

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