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We spent more time over 48 days in 2022. Viana is a place I wish we spent more time. Other than that we tended to use the large cities like Leon, Burgos, Pamplona, Legrono for rest and recuperation (a few days). I had a fall and we spent two lovely nights in Acebo a very old Camino town. Then we...
Yes, yes, yes. I am so grateful for the same. I take my mother with me on all my journeys. She died young and my life is all about taking advantage of the opportunities she didn’t have not just because she was unwell but because of societal expectations of her role and laws. It usually took a...
Hi there, I never felt like quitting I did, however, wonder whether I would finish. What I mean by that is that I was concerned that an injury would stop me. But thankfully I got through relatively unscathed 🙏
I felt anxious prior to each hilly bit even when I knew I could do it. I tried to accept the feeling and make good plans as you are doing. Rocky bits happen but your feet adapt and you also have flat smooth bits. Feet are a topic of conversation all the way. Part of the experience unfortunately...
You’re welcome. Sounds like you’ll be fine anyway. Hills can be daunting but taking them at your own pace always gets you through. Enjoy your Camino! Cheers Kay
Hi Glenda,
If you feel like a drive on the weekend you could go to Mt Beerburrum. Very steep and similar to the gradient to Orrisson and beyond. Buen Camino! Kay
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