Day 1

[Sher]

Started walking the Camino Francis on May 15th. That first day was SO HARD! It felt like it was all uphill!! Mid-Morning I thought there is no way I can do this! But I decided to just go slow and enjoy the breathtaking views! It was an amazing day! It took me longer than most pilgrims ( nearly 10 hours) but I feel great now and no blisters! Optimism for the rest of the Camino! The Albergue at Roncesvalles is awesome by the way!!

These hills are hard!!

All winter I’ve been worrying about this first day and everyone said it was the hardest day and it is so hard! My legs are not tired but I am just not used to these hills I don’t have t…

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[GlendaMac]

Started walking the Camino Francis on May 15th. That first day was SO HARD! It felt like it was all uphill!! Mid-Morning I thought there is no way I can do this! But I decided to just go slow and enjoy the breathtaking views! It was an amazing day! It took me longer than most pilgrims ( nearly 10 hours) but I feel great now and no blisters! Optimism for the rest of the Camino! The Albergue at Roncesvalles is awesome by the way!!

These hills are hard!!

All winter I’ve been worrying about this first day and everyone said it was the hardest day and it is so hard! My legs are not tired but I am just not used to these hills I don’t have t…

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Well done Sher. Hope the good weather continues.

 

[André Walker]

And you are right: that first day is all uphill. But you've done it. There'll be some more climbing ahead, but it'll not be as hard as the first day. By then you're used to walking.

You'll be laughing at the mountains and hills, welcoming them as your friend. And they will be so happy to be climbed by you!

Yes, I'm sure from now on it'll be bocadillos, tortillas, café con leche and vino tinto all the way to Santiago. And maybe some contemplation and meaningful encounters along your way as well.

Whatever your Camino has in store for you: enjoy it.

Buen Camino.

 

[Deleted member 43985]

Well done! Now you can apply this well earned lesson again many times on the way to SdC. Slow and easy & always take time to smell the roses! Good luck!

 

[GIOVANBATTISTA]

Buen camino

 

[MichelleO]

So well said Sher! That is EXACTLY how I felt too!

 

[CdnDreamer]

I've signed up to follow your blog. What beautiful pictures! You certainly had a great day to cross the mountains. I am looking forward to following your journey.

Buen Camino!

 

[RemysMimi]

Started walking the Camino Francis on May 15th. That first day was SO HARD! It felt like it was all uphill!! Mid-Morning I thought there is no way I can do this! But I decided to just go slow and enjoy the breathtaking views! It was an amazing day! It took me longer than most pilgrims ( nearly 10 hours) but I feel great now and no blisters! Optimism for the rest of the Camino! The Albergue at Roncesvalles is awesome by the way!!

These hills are hard!!

All winter I’ve been worrying about this first day and everyone said it was the hardest day and it is so hard! My legs are not tired but I am just not used to these hills I don’t have t…

sherylscamino.home.blog

It was the hardest day for me and it is all uphill. I thought I would literally "die on that mountain".

 

[Rover]

Started walking the Camino Francis on May 15th. That first day was SO HARD! It felt like it was all uphill!! Mid-Morning I thought there is no way I can do this! But I decided to just go slow and enjoy the breathtaking views! It was an amazing day! It took me longer than most pilgrims ( nearly 10 hours) but I feel great now and no blisters! Optimism for the rest of the Camino! The Albergue at Roncesvalles is awesome by the way!!

These hills are hard!!

All winter I’ve been worrying about this first day and everyone said it was the hardest day and it is so hard! My legs are not tired but I am just not used to these hills I don’t have t…

sherylscamino.home.blog

I some respects, the first day is the most difficult. This is the real deal and as you correctly observed the first day out of SJPP is steep and unrelentless, it's a baptism by fire experience. Now for the good news. From here on out, it's gets easier but not without its ups and down, for sure. Congratulations, you made it to Orrison and now you're on your way to Santiago. The best is yet to come. Have a great journey.

 

[nycwalking]

Keep posting.

Buen camino.

 

[lt56ny]

It will be a piece of cake the next time you do the Camino!

 

[kdespot]

I signed on to follow you, too. Love your enthusiasm and your photos. I look forward to hearing about and seeing your adventures. I'm pea green with envy. There's only one first time.

 

[Sher]

It was the hardest day for me and it is all uphill. I thought I would literally "die on that mountain".

Me too!

 

[Juspassinthru]

Started walking the Camino Francis on May 15th. That first day was SO HARD! It felt like it was all uphill!! Mid-Morning I thought there is no way I can do this! But I decided to just go slow and enjoy the breathtaking views! It was an amazing day! It took me longer than most pilgrims ( nearly 10 hours) but I feel great now and no blisters! Optimism for the rest of the Camino! The Albergue at Roncesvalles is awesome by the way!!

These hills are hard!!

All winter I’ve been worrying about this first day and everyone said it was the hardest day and it is so hard! My legs are not tired but I am just not used to these hills I don’t have t…

sherylscamino.home.blog

Did you happen to run in to some students from Texas A&M? I’ll meet up with them in Villar de Mazarife after I complete the Inglés.

You’re over the hump, it all gets easier from here. It’ll still challenge you but, you now know you can do it.

Buen Camino!

 

[Sher]

Did you happen to run in to some students from Texas A&M? I’ll meet up with them in Villar de Mazarife after I complete the Inglés.

You’re over the hump, it all gets easier from here. It’ll still challenge you but, you now know you can do it.

Buen Camino!

No, but I will tell you if I meet them!

 

[Sher]

Walking into Santiago tomorrow... it has

Started walking the Camino Francis on May 15th. That first day was SO HARD! It felt like it was all uphill!! Mid-Morning I thought there is no way I can do this! But I decided to just go slow and enjoy the breathtaking views! It was an amazing day! It took me longer than most pilgrims ( nearly 10 hours) but I feel great now and no blisters! Optimism for the rest of the Camino! The Albergue at Roncesvalles is awesome by the way!!

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[Sher]

Walking into Santiago tomorrow. It has been an awesome Camino! I am sad it is coming to an end!! The month went fast!!