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We usually live very independent separate lives, so being so together was intense & in the early stages we did have a lot of full on arguments as we navigated what worked for us.
Some things that helped - when I wanted to stretch out, me walking ahead very fast for about 40 steps then walking...
I have walked long sections of the Camino Frances with my beloved husband. Our first ten days of walking together were particularly challenging as we adjusted to our different styles. We persisted through this and the experiences we shared have become one of the most precious experiences of our...
The only bar in the small village of Zariquiegui - where the community gathered each evening to sing, dance, laugh & spend time together. All were welcome ...... (2015)
We would have been leaving for Spain in 9 days. We were hoping for some time of peace and reflection, after a time of loss. This brought back precious memories. And yes, it hurts not to be on that road again. But we also feel blessed to be safe and well.... Love and blessings as we find our...
We’ve stayed at Emmaus - we loved its peace, quiet & tranquility...... there is someone praying in the associated chapel 24/7. They have had the roster for this going for about the last 8 yrs.
The next morning we walked “backwards” to visit the Cartuja de Santa Maria de Miraflores monastery...
What a lovely reminder of “the shepherds” that came & guided us on our first camino ..... they touched my heart ...... and I had the time and space to deeply grieve for my father who had died five years previously. .... so blessed ......
We walked this route in April this year. Was curious about the deserted buildings with boarded windows.
We enjoyed the peace, but were very clear this would have been very challenging if it was wet!!!!!
Walk your own Camino. Often the first ten days are the most challenging.....and then we let go into what it is .... let go of our preconceptions .... and be in what it is.....accepting. Be gentle on yourself ..... your body, your being is unique... and your Camino will be uniquely your own...
(“Small travel wallet” used to simplify the story! I like a step between “fake wallet” and disrobing with some difficulty to access what I’ve stored safely in my money belt.)
Wouldn’t have been the end of the world for me if this “small travel wallet” had gone, at the same time the amazing...
A “camino angel” is someone who provides unsolicited support on the camino, acting with an open heart, for reasons beyond themselves. It often creates a moment of “camino magic” .........
I will always be grateful to an Ages albergue owner (first one after walking in from San Juan de Ortega in...
We arrived exhausted, I couldn’t think and could barely put my words together. We were gently guided.
There were overflow cabins, I was grateful for a bed. The church was packed, I felt deeply blessed.
It was the beginning of Sept & very cold! Each day was a new mystery, full of experiences
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