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  1. hannajo

    Five tips for the novice pilgrim

    As a first timer last year I agree with the tips though 6-7 kgs was probably still a bit too heavy for me...I'm a small shortie but cant see how I could have possibly gone with less. Anyway one extra tip from me would be to make sure your weight is evenly distributed. I couldn't work out why I...
  2. hannajo

    Just back from Camino Frances

    No error msg Ivar....just wont connect through, then it times out and says something like' cant connect, check internet connection' which is OK. Even downloaded Firefox and no difference...my co-worker here managed to get it after a second attempt so maybe something to do with my laptop...
  3. hannajo

    Just back from Camino Frances

    Thanks Pat ...great information. I am feeling happier now that I booked ahead from Sarria but one of the towns was already booked out early June. Jo
  4. hannajo

    Just back from Camino Frances

    I have been trying to get through to the ALSA website for the last 10 days...I have checked the timetables out before so dont understand what the problem might be...is anyone else having problems. Jo
  5. hannajo

    Locked in!

    LOL :lol: I am cracking up here!! How hilarious..thanks guys....great consolation! The windows seem to be the best option...will make sure the nearest one aint locked! Ha Ha!! Jo
  6. hannajo

    Locked in!

    I keep reading that in many alberques you cant leave in the morning before a certain time as the doors are locked. This has made me question fire safety and fire risks...a bit dramatic I know but we had a terrible fire in one of our popular backpacker hostels in Australia some years ago. If you...
  7. hannajo

    Burgos!!

    I begin my Camino from Burgos on 6th May so will follow your journey with keen interest. Bien Camino Jo :D
  8. hannajo

    Fear

    Yes Hilda...Thank you too for your openness and honesty...honesty takes much courage I find. thank you too Annie, Lynne and VT, your comments have helped me too. The reason I am starting at Burgos is because I felt too daunted about walking over the Pyrenees. Someone on the Forum way back...
  9. hannajo

    Fear

    Hallo Hilda I too for many years of my life was a prisoner to fear, you name it - I was afraid of it. When I was 32 I decided enough was enough. I read a book called Face Your Fear and Do It Anyway by Susan Jeffers? It helped me get things in perspective. I am now 62, a widow of two years and...
  10. hannajo

    Walking in May 2010

    I finally decided to delay departure and am now starting Camino on 6th May from Burgos with a bus from Bilbao. Love to hear from any other pilgrims who will be in Burgos at this time. Blessings Jo
  11. hannajo

    Walking in May 2010

    G'day all Aussies My friend John and I are walking from St Jean late April, separately, then together later. We hail from Canberra and south NSW coast. See you on the journey... Bueno Camino. Jo
  12. hannajo

    Walking in May 2010

    G'day Susie, Val et al Just putting my hand up as another Aussie leaving for Camino April/May. I hail from Canberra at the moment but currently a bit of a nomad (gray/blond?). Heading to UK in three weeks to work for 10 weeks to pay for my trip so who knows we may meet again on the road. May...

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