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  1. Tony Lenton

    Afraid of top bed without fence

    I’m assuming that the OP has a form of phobia regarding the top bunk. As such it is unlikely to be affected by rational argument. We all have our forms of “unreason.” I hope she manages to resolve the issue. I’m sure most people, presented with a reasonable request, would accommodate her by...
  2. Tony Lenton

    Locals Only

    I wondered if you live near me (East Kent Coast) given your description of intrusions, DFLs and invasion of pubs and consumption of lager and craft beers (or updated Watney’s Red, as it obviously is), parking over your drop down and discarding waste food packaging where they stand. I suspect...
  3. Tony Lenton

    Social anxiety

    I have suffered social anxiety at times in my life and it has manifested itself in social and professional environments. I found it eased the pressure I felt if I gently mentioned it to people. I was always anxious that people would notice my nervousness and doing that made it easier. Nobody...
  4. Tony Lenton

    Privacy in the shower

    Thanks.
  5. Tony Lenton

    Privacy in the shower

    Hi Kathar1na. I’m not sure if you’re responding to me or not. My reference to normal and abnormal contained no (intentional) sexual innuendo. I was making a satirical response to the notion of “normal” - as there is obviously no such thing- and anyone who suggests they are is questionable. If I...
  6. Tony Lenton

    Privacy in the shower

    I think that I am blessed to be as “normal” as it ever gets. And most people are the same. Those who aren’t are abnormal. I hope that helps.
  7. Tony Lenton

    Just wondering, did anyone ever walk for a deceased pet/animal?

    Thomas Aquinas obviously never saw two dogs chasing each other on a sandy beach on a spring day.
  8. Tony Lenton

    Just wondering, did anyone ever walk for a deceased pet/animal?

    What a beautiful story and what a wonderful sounding dog. We rescued a mother(18 months) and her puppy (3 months) in July 2019. They were from Huercal Overa in Andalucia. The mother has one eye and has Leishmania, a disease endemic in Southern Spain.She has limited mobility and various other...
  9. Tony Lenton

    Just wondering, did anyone ever walk for a deceased pet/animal?

    The best honour you could pay your beloved pet is to undertake your walk, to carry a photo of him/her and to tell anyone you get close to his/her story. The pure and unconditional love a pet both gives and receives is worthy of a pilgrimage. If anybody you meet can’t understand that you’re...
  10. Tony Lenton

    Having painful blisters unable to walk and have 7 days left. Currently in Santiago

    There are plenty of places in Galicia that you can get a train or a bus to. Pontevedra is a lovely place to visit and the very old and picturesque village of Combarro is an hour’s walk or a short bus ride away. La Coruna is also an interesting City. I envy you your time there. I hope your...
  11. Tony Lenton

    Taking a dog on Camino

    I don’t have advice but my opinion is that this seems a wonderful experience to share with your dog. One of the real beauties of this life is to be outside, with a dog(s) and sharing together the wonders of nature. The dog will have a separate range of interests to you, unless, that is, you...
  12. Tony Lenton

    Poetry along the way

    “ Oh, I would walk 500 miles……”
  13. Tony Lenton

    Overtaking étiquette.

    You sound like a very kind and considerate person to give so much thought to the well- being of others. Although I’m 70 I’m a pretty fast walker and don’t like people close to me when walking. Usually I just pass them with a greeting but sometimes we hit it off and May walk together some...
  14. Tony Lenton

    If you're out just before dawn, look east.

    What a great photo. Thanks very much for that.
  15. Tony Lenton

    War in Ukraine - not political!

    Without wishing to sound cynical Marbe2 I don’t think it will make a lot of difference either way. This is such an unstable, dangerous and frightening situation that you may as well just follow whatever you wish to do, which is to walk. No harm can come from such a decision. Given that you sound...
  16. Tony Lenton

    The Camino Isn’t A Pilgrimage Anymore

    I have no religious belief. I’ve only walked 2 Caminos and COVID deprived me of my attempt at the entire Frances in 2020. I love long distance walking and have walked a number of trails in England. One of the reasons I love the Camino is the “spiritual” impact of those who have walked it over...
  17. Tony Lenton

    Donkeys can be a nightmare - but what about goats??

    Thanks. She is a beautiful, quirky creature. Her single eye gives off a piratical impression.
  18. Tony Lenton

    Donkeys can be a nightmare - but what about goats??

    Here is the video.
  19. Tony Lenton

    Donkeys can be a nightmare - but what about goats??

    I’ve eaten some great goat in Spain. Leg of goat with padron peppers as an example. I actually have a Spanish rescue dog from Andalucia who spent her first 3 years as a goat herder. She has a number of foibles which may result from close acquaintance with goats. She will not walk anywhere she...
  20. Tony Lenton

    What food did you ENJOY on your Camino(s)?

    I enjoyed your post and politely disagreeing. Ultreia!

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