deep breath how's this for flexible

[Nanc]

well, my foot print on the Camino was set to begin September 7, 2016.
Upheavals at work, an associate leaving a month earlier than original told, busy season and lack of locums, meant I was seriously considering cancelling my trip for the better good of the business and everyone.

Well my partner looked at all the ends and outs and said "go now"
He's helping pay for the (considerable) costs of changing reservations
but i leave in 2 days!
so all that fussing about tops, bottoms is over. And you know it really was fussing -
It'll be what it is, some of my gear actually got lost in the mail almost 4 weeks ago. so we'll see if it was even necessary!
now hopefully I'll figure the home communication

 

[gracethepilgrim]

Brilliant - what a wonderful gift you have been given. No time for nerves now. Buen Camino @Nanc

 

[cher99840]

Buen Camino. Two weeks additional time to second guess your packing has mercifully been taken out of your hands. That's a good start!!

 

[C clearly]

Buen camino! Keep us posted!

 

[mspath]

Wonderful! Once that plane takes off you can really relax. Looking forward to reading your future posts as your journey progresses.
Buen camino!

 

[alaskadiver]

Safe travels! Can't wait to read about your Camino.

 

[NualaOC]

Buen Camino @Nanc! The wait is over, enjoy every step.

 

[Wokabaut_Meri]

You're well and truly 'On your Way' now.

Buen Camino!

 

[VNwalking]

Go, @Nanc, go! Fabulous.
Just think about all the overthinking this has released you from...all there is now is the small matter of walking...
Buen Camino and ultreia!

 

[MargLav]

well, my foot print on the Camino was set to begin September 7, 2016.
Upheavals at work, an associate leaving a month earlier than original told, busy season and lack of locums, meant I was seriously considering cancelling my trip for the better good of the business and everyone.

Well my partner looked at all the ends and outs and said "go now"
He's helping pay for the (considerable) costs of changing reservations
but i leave in 2 days!
so all that fussing about tops, bottoms is over. And you know it really was fussing -
It'll be what it is, some of my gear actually got lost in the mail almost 4 weeks ago. so we'll see if it was even necessary!
now hopefully I'll figure the home communication

How wonderful to skip two more weeks of planning!! Very, very best wishes for a wonderful walk. We start 10 Sept...still planning, planning, planning....just need to start walking

 

[trecile]

well, my foot print on the Camino was set to begin September 7, 2016.
Upheavals at work, an associate leaving a month earlier than original told, busy season and lack of locums, meant I was seriously considering cancelling my trip for the better good of the business and everyone.

Well my partner looked at all the ends and outs and said "go now"
He's helping pay for the (considerable) costs of changing reservations
but i leave in 2 days!
so all that fussing about tops, bottoms is over. And you know it really was fussing -
It'll be what it is, some of my gear actually got lost in the mail almost 4 weeks ago. so we'll see if it was even necessary!
now hopefully I'll figure the home communication

I'm on the Camino now, just arrived at Roncesvalles, and the weather is fabulous. Spent last night at Orisson to break up the ascent over the Pyrenees, but it's definitely doable in one day if you start early. Buen Camino!

 

[Desert Bruce]

I'm on the Camino now, just arrived at Roncesvalles, and the weather is fabulous. Spent last night at Orisson to break up the ascent over the Pyrenees, but it's definitely doable in one day if you start early. Buen Camino!

Hi trecile, I had thought of stopping at Orisson; I've been considering just pushing on to Roncesvalles, but how early does one need to start to make it doable? I start Sept 14 from St Jean.

 

[trecile]

Hi trecile, I had thought of stopping at Orisson; I've been considering just pushing on to Roncesvalles, but how early does one need to start to make it doable? I start Sept 14 from St Jean.

I got to Orisson in a little less than two and a half hours, then it was about five hours to Roncesvalles today. Those times included breaks of course, but I am a fast walker. I think that most people who arrived here around 2 to 3 pm from St Jean left between 6:30 and 7:30

 

[Zoula]

So happy that things worked out to the best for you!! Enjoy your walk, stay safe!
Buen Camino Nanc

 

[MargLav]

I got to Orisson in a little less than two and a half hours, then it was about five hours to Roncesvalles today. Those times included breaks of course, but I am a fast walker. I think that most people who arrived here around 2 to 3 pm from St Jean left between 6:30 and 7:30

Thanks Trecile....great to have real time news and you've eased my mind about our first day which will be SJPdP to Ronchevalles. Looks a bit hot to me - does the accommodation have any fans or air con??

 

[Albertagirl]

Thanks Trecile....great to have real time news and you've eased my mind about our first day which will be SJPdP to Ronchevalles. Looks a bit hot to me - does the accommodation have any fans or air con??

@MargLav
I found Roncesvalles quite comfortable, until bedtime, when all the windows were latched shut. Apparently the French and Spanish dislike or distrust night air. It may get hot.

 

[MichaelB10398]

well, my foot print on the Camino was set to begin September 7, 2016.
Upheavals at work, an associate leaving a month earlier than original told, busy season and lack of locums, meant I was seriously considering cancelling my trip for the better good of the business and everyone.

Well my partner looked at all the ends and outs and said "go now"
He's helping pay for the (considerable) costs of changing reservations
but i leave in 2 days!
so all that fussing about tops, bottoms is over. And you know it really was fussing -
It'll be what it is, some of my gear actually got lost in the mail almost 4 weeks ago. so we'll see if it was even necessary!
now hopefully I'll figure the home communication

What a creative, thoughtful, mutual decision you two made. It was very kind of your partner to step up and assist you in making this happen.

It really is time to take some deep breaths, calm your nerves and forget all your anxieties. The Camino is before you and you are going to walk a path that has been walked for over a thousand years. You will not make a mistake that has not already been made many, many times before you. When it doubt, ask another pilgrim or at the coffee shop or at the albergue. Everyone will be willing to assist so no need for any fears about the unknown - there are none.

Then that first morning you wake it is just put one foot in front of the other. Keep your head up and see the beauty that will surround you. Pay attention to your body - particularly your feet. Care for them and for you. It is not a race so need to press yourself.

May the wind be at your back and may you find a smile in every moment.

Buen Camino,

 

[Nanc]

Thank you all who commented supported , opined and shared.
I get to truly leave work behind in the hands of a competant staff and partner with support from all. I am blessed snd laughing at all I fretted about. I can now shut down the mind and just be, one foot in front of the other
MichaelB10398. ( interested to know what those numbers mean to you) your send off was very sweet and right on. I alternate between serene acceptance of what is ( like shoes replacing my worn training shoes never arriving) to flashes of OMG what am I doing!?

All is well. I carry you with me. Or is it you all carry me?