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  1. ChristineW67

    Service Dog

    Oh! Thank you, Diggs. I just ordered Spanish patches and a bright orange mesh vest, matching collar, & leash. What a good site. I'm happy they have orange. Jasper is black and camouflages with the road. His new vest along with my red backpack will make us highly visible on the sketchy stretches.
  2. ChristineW67

    Service Dog

    Wishful thinking has brought me back from very dark places, and wishful thinking is what sparked my initial Camino journey. I'll stick with being wishful. It serves me well. And now, I wish you a lovely day.
  3. ChristineW67

    Service Dog

    Thank you, Katrina, for this info. I have a lot of research to do.
  4. ChristineW67

    Service Dog

    Access is often an issue, even in my home state of Washington, where service dogs are not as rare. It can also be difficult to get a cab. There are pockets in the US where cab drivers seem to share common ethnic origins and/or religious beliefs – and they won’t let my dog in the cab. This is a...
  5. ChristineW67

    Service Dog

    Hi Diggs, I also use a service dog, a beautiful English Lab who just turned 5. Oddly enough, I use him for the same reasons you mentioned. I am a retired vet from Seattle, but Jasper & I now live and work in Germany. I might be able to help you with travel tips. We’ve made the round trip from...
  6. ChristineW67

    LIVE from the Camino Arch cramping in Astorga!

    Thank you all for the help! I am feeling a bit better and still trudging along. I opted out of alburgues for a few nights for a room with a bathtub and some comforts of home. It's hard to heal without a good nights sleep. I also picked up some toe-less compression socks to support my arches...
  7. ChristineW67

    LIVE from the Camino Is finding accommodation on the Camino Frances, becoming too stressful?

    Hola! I'm in Astorga today headed toward Rabonal. I have had no problems finding a nice place to sleep. I'm using municipal, private, and an occasional hotel when I need a hot bath. I do get up early, but only because I am very slow. I wake early to beat the heat - not other peregrinos. I...
  8. ChristineW67

    LIVE from the Camino Arch cramping in Astorga!

    Hola! Loving my Camino but my feet are suffering. Went thru swelling in Estrella, horrid blisters in Lagrona, and now cramping arches in Astorga. It's frustrating because my heart and mind and body (sans feet) are so into this trek. I'm staying hydrated and have top dollar insoles and good...
  9. ChristineW67

    5 days away and I still have questions

    Oops. Never mind my last question. I found my answer by googling the bus company. It's amazing what one can do with a little research. There is a bus they leaves 45 min after I arrive - which probably does not allow enough time to get through customs. Another one comes at 7:45pm - so it's still...
  10. ChristineW67

    5 days away and I still have questions

    Hi Olivares, Do you know if the bus runs on Sundays or were I may find a schedule? I arrive in Madrid at 4:15pm. I was thinking of renting a car and dropping it at the airport in Pamplona. The quote is 135 Euros, which is less than I expected but I'm not looking forward to the 4 hour drive...
  11. ChristineW67

    5 days away and I still have questions

    Hola! Despite the stress of change to what was supposed to be a leisurely 6 to 8 week stroll, I'm still optimistic and excited. Originally, I planned to fly to Biarritz to start in SJPDP. For my return, I was to head to Rota and wait for a military hop to get me out of country, whenever. Things...
  12. ChristineW67

    "Pilgrims"asking for money

    First, I love the mixed metaphor Rocket Surgery. I'm going to use it in the future! Next, I like your idea of keeping a few bucks separated for "donation purposes." It will make the exchange quicker, more discrete, and safer. Good tip.
  13. ChristineW67

    What is the story of the two older sisters (?) on the Camino

    I loved reading their story. Thanks for sharing.
  14. ChristineW67

    "Pilgrims"asking for money

    I don't fear being labeled a sucker. I fear owning a hardened heart. When I was a young mother and very poor, I prayed (and worked) for enough money to live well and give well. The money it takes for me to travel proves that I finally have more than enough. Sharing a few bucks can't hurt me, and...
  15. ChristineW67

    Plans derailed - suggestions welcome...

    Thank you all for your thoughtful advice. I have managed to squeeze a few more days free so I have just a day or two shy of a month. I've decided to start in SJPD as planned on the 17th of June and just try my best to keep options open. I'll know more of my capabilities after the first week. My...
  16. ChristineW67

    Plans derailed - suggestions welcome...

    I do wish I could start earlier - like tomorrow! But my youngest of 5 sons graduates high school on June 13th. 5 boys, 5 diplomas - and I'm tired! I fly on the 15th, just enough time to clean up after the grad party!
  17. ChristineW67

    Plans derailed - suggestions welcome...

    Thank you for saying this. A week on the way will help me sort issues. I get so caught up in the timing and planning of things that are so very often out of my control.
  18. ChristineW67

    Plans derailed - suggestions welcome...

    Yup! That's right, Mark. And it cuts your time in purgatory by half. I'm not Catholic, but I'm borrowing this idea.
  19. ChristineW67

    Plans derailed - suggestions welcome...

    Hi Tia Valeria, Its funny you should mention this, because I was just logging on to take a look at other routes. I have been pouring over Frances guidebooks and memoires since August that I guess I completely forgot about other options. I was thinking Primitivo too. Thanks for offering...
  20. ChristineW67

    Plans derailed - suggestions welcome...

    awesome answers! What is really great is that all three options are good options. Thanks so much.

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