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What an exciting time to be a pilgrim!!
I love this take on it. Yes, it is sometimes crowded. But we have the privilege of being part of something that has gone on for over 1,000 years. How wonderful is that? There is not a day that goes by that I don't think about the Camino, either about the people I met, the beauty I saw, or about...- maryloufrommadison
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For those who have walked the Camino 2 or more times
I loved doing the CF twice. I stayed in different towns, in different types of accommodations, when I could, but I also looked forward to once again being in places that were especially meaningful to me. Yes, some of the newness is gone, but I realized I also enjoy walking into a cafe and...- maryloufrommadison
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Winging it or Getting a Helping Hand?
One misconception several people seem to have is that if you have someone else book your accommodations you will not meet other pilgrims or make lasting friendships. This is not true. You would be surprised at the number of people staying in the same accommodations and walking the same...- maryloufrommadison
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Winging it or Getting a Helping Hand?
I used a local (Santiago) company to book private rooms and breakfasts for my first Camino this past spring, including baggage transfers. Next year, when I do it again, I will book from SJPP to Pamplona, then book ahead 1-2 days in advance. I am 73, and did not want to have to carry everything...- maryloufrommadison
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Bad weather - Is it walkable?
There were several days this spring when rain was forecast, but we had no rain until late afternoon or evening. I would keep my eye on the local weather and get advice from hospitaleros and bar owners.- maryloufrommadison
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How to finish this thing?
Last week it was quite crowded but not unpleasant. And the walk to Finisterre has been quiet and contemplative. I met several people on group tours (Sarria to Santiago) who were very thoughtful and interesting.- maryloufrommadison
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Crisis of confidence
I recently came across this quote from Rilke. As a fellow widow/introvert/Spanish-failure/about-to-be-first-timer, I am writing this on the first page of my Camino diary: "Let everything happen to you: beauty and terror. Just keep going. No feeling is final." Buen Camino!- maryloufrommadison
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Helping a newbie
It was a lovely day to spend time with a fellow traveler. My first Camino starts April 28, and it was wonderful to be able to ask questions and get advice from a veteran. Thanks, Chrissy!- maryloufrommadison
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Helping a newbie
As a newbie to the Camino (planning my first in April 2022), I just want to tell you how much it means to be able to meet with a seasoned Caminoist and learn from her experience. Today I got to meet with Camino Chrissy for three hours and ask her a million questions. If you have a chance to...- maryloufrommadison
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