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There you are, don't tell me that this is not biased!( today at 2.15) by Biloute who writes: "I think mostly because of the tourist pilgrims who started in Sarria."
You do the Camino "your way". We would not be going at all in 3 weeks time if we were entirely reliant on albergues and not having a small bag transported for my husband (due to disability). We also want to see the whole of the Camino Frances, so again it was a choice for us that we give the whole route a go. We have found this forum to contain a microcosm of life where everyone has their opinion and that is to be respected. At no times have we received anything but encouragement for our journey. In an ideal world we would do what the pilgrims of old did, but it is either not go at all or do it how it will work for us. We feel no less a pilgrim because of that.Hi,
I've been reading a following the different topics in this forum for a while since I decided to walk part of the Camino with my mother on October 2014, but I have to say that some of the comments I read are really discouraging.
1.- why do you make a difference from the ones that decide to walk from Sarria than the ones that walk all the way? Will my pilgrimage be less than yours just because I have only 10 days of vacations a year at work and cant afford to quit it because I have 2 other people that depend on my income and I will be only able to walk the last miles?
2.- why everybody is so mad if someone decides to take advantage of booking albergues or hotels in advanced or even use a tour company to help with the walking? I'm also less than others just because I will need to return to real life just after finishing walking and again to endless work travels and I want a little comfort while doing the Camino. Is that such a big sin, apparently yes, no matter the circumstances.
Everybody writes "It's your camino you should do it as you feel, as you want, as you desire" but personally I don't feel some of you are supportive if anyone decides to do the Camino different than it "should" be done (walking more than a month, staying in albergues, suffering for pain, rain, etc,etc).
I just hope I get to know people that does not make a difference during my walking and understand that everybody has their own circumstances to do the things the way they are doing them without judging
You most likely will but should you encounter a half empty Pilgrim, feel free to move on to Pilgrims who have a different outlook.Hi,
I've been reading a following the different topics in this forum for a while since I decided to walk part of the Camino with my mother on October 2014, but I have to say that some of the comments I read are really discouraging.
1.- why do you make a difference from the ones that decide to walk from Sarria than the ones that walk all the way? I and many others do not. Will my pilgrimage be less than yours just because I have only 10 days of vacations a year at work and cant afford to quit it because I have 2 other people that depend on my income and I will be only able to walk the last miles No, your Camino is just that, your Camino. It will not be like anybody elses?
2.- why everybody is so mad if someone decides to take advantage of booking albergues or hotels in advanced or even use a tour company to help with the walking? Some feel this way but again most do not. I'm also less than others just because I will need to return to real life just after finishing walking and again to endless work travels and I want a little comfort while doing the Camino. Is that such a big sin, apparently yes, I disagree. no matter the circumstances. This is your Camino. How you do it is entirely up to you.
Everybody writes "It's your camino you should do it as you feel, as you want, as you desire" but personally I don't feel some of you are supportive if anyone decides to do the Camino different than it "should" be done (walking more than a month, staying in albergues, suffering for pain, rain, etc,etc). I do not understand why you would have any expectation of all Pilgrims being supportive in the way you would like them too. It is just not Human nature. That said, Pilgrims in general are far more tolerant, giving, helpful etc. etc. than the population in general, imo.
I just hope I get to know people that does not make a difference during my walking and understand that everybody has their own circumstances to do the things the way they are doing them without judging
Hi,
I've been reading a following the different topics in this forum for a while since I decided to walk part of the Camino with my mother on October 2014, but I have to say that some of the comments I read are really discouraging.
1.- why do you make a difference from the ones that decide to walk from Sarria than the ones that walk all the way? Will my pilgrimage be less than yours just because I have only 10 days of vacations a year at work and cant afford to quit it because I have 2 other people that depend on my income and I will be only able to walk the last miles?
2.- why everybody is so mad if someone decides to take advantage of booking albergues or hotels in advanced or even use a tour company to help with the walking? I'm also less than others just because I will need to return to real life just after finishing walking and again to endless work travels and I want a little comfort while doing the Camino. Is that such a big sin, apparently yes, no matter the circumstances.
Everybody writes "It's your camino you should do it as you feel, as you want, as you desire" but personally I don't feel some of you are supportive if anyone decides to do the Camino different than it "should" be done (walking more than a month, staying in albergues, suffering for pain, rain, etc,etc).
I just hope I get to know people that does not make a difference during my walking and understand that everybody has their own circumstances to do the things the way they are doing them without judging
YES!!!I've done my share of camino miles. The most meaningful, powerful camino I ever walked was Sarria to Santiago in December 2010.
Slept in hostels. Made no long, lasting friendships. A backup vehicle hauled my pack. I may even have worn bluejeans!
Yeah, there are a lot of low-mileage yahoos along that stretch. But there are just as many saints.
Have no expectations is my moto, so please do not have others just go and enjoy if you walk a day or a month its your Camino. ENJOY, show love and peace.Hi,
I've been reading a following the different topics in this forum for a while since I decided to walk part of the Camino with my mother on October 2014, but I have to say that some of the comments I read are really discouraging.
1.- why do you make a difference from the ones that decide to walk from Sarria than the ones that walk all the way? Will my pilgrimage be less than yours just because I have only 10 days of vacations a year at work and cant afford to quit it because I have 2 other people that depend on my income and I will be only able to walk the last miles?
2.- why everybody is so mad if someone decides to take advantage of booking albergues or hotels in advanced or even use a tour company to help with the walking? I'm also less than others just because I will need to return to real life just after finishing walking and again to endless work travels and I want a little comfort while doing the Camino. Is that such a big sin, apparently yes, no matter the circumstances.
Everybody writes "It's your camino you should do it as you feel, as you want, as you desire" but personally I don't feel some of you are supportive if anyone decides to do the Camino different than it "should" be done (walking more than a month, staying in albergues, suffering for pain, rain, etc,etc).
I just hope I get to know people that does not make a difference during my walking and understand that everybody has their own circumstances to do the things the way they are doing them without judging
Hi,
I've been reading a following the different topics in this forum for a while since I decided to walk part of the Camino with my mother on October 2014, but I have to say that some of the comments I read are really discouraging.
1.- why do you make a difference from the ones that decide to walk from Sarria than the ones that walk all the way? Will my pilgrimage be less than yours just because I have only 10 days of vacations a year at work and cant afford to quit it because I have 2 other people that depend on my income and I will be only able to walk the last miles?
2.- why everybody is so mad if someone decides to take advantage of booking albergues or hotels in advanced or even use a tour company to help with the walking? I'm also less than others just because I will need to return to real life just after finishing walking and again to endless work travels and I want a little comfort while doing the Camino. Is that such a big sin, apparently yes, no matter the circumstances.
Everybody writes "It's your camino you should do it as you feel, as you want, as you desire" but personally I don't feel some of you are supportive if anyone decides to do the Camino different than it "should" be done (walking more than a month, staying in albergues, suffering for pain, rain, etc,etc).
I just hope I get to know people that does not make a difference during my walking and understand that everybody has their own circumstances to do the things the way they are doing them without judging
You both will love, LOVE your CaminoI think the people you describe in your post are very much in the minority and either way I wouldn't worry too much about it, do your Camino the way it suits you, that is what everyone does. You will always get people who judge no matter what you do. Have a great Camino from Sarria, you will love it.
Buen Camino.
There is nothing bad with just walking the last 100 K. No worries.
What's really annoying are the frauds, saw many of them fat asses with small bagpacks not even walking the stages, sleeping in albergues, stamping, just to get the "Compostela", lying to themselves and their own god.
So yeh, a classic summer example, you leave at sunrise, walk your 40 K and you arrive, all is complete and you see them: all clean, with new clothes on everyday (because off course their suitcase/bag travels with them on a taxi-bus.).
It's not a competition or a race but either me or anybody from my walking posse will ever talk, share, or respect those kind of tourists. A pilgrim carryes his weight, if he's too old, young, weak, handicaped... exceptions can be understood. The camino in summer is a circus full of clowns, especially after Sarria. So do your thing, enjoy, just respect the pilgrim that give blood, sweet and tears or even their life to this shit
Hi,
I've been reading a following the different topics in this forum for a while since I decided to walk part of the Camino with my mother on October 2014, but I have to say that some of the comments I read are really discouraging.
1.- why do you make a difference from the ones that decide to walk from Sarria than the ones that walk all the way? Will my pilgrimage be less than yours just because I have only 10 days of vacations a year at work and cant afford to quit it because I have 2 other people that depend on my income and I will be only able to walk the last miles?
2.- why everybody is so mad if someone decides to take advantage of booking albergues or hotels in advanced or even use a tour company to help with the walking? I'm also less than others just because I will need to return to real life just after finishing walking and again to endless work travels and I want a little comfort while doing the Camino. Is that such a big sin, apparently yes, no matter the circumstances.
Everybody writes "It's your camino you should do it as you feel, as you want, as you desire" but personally I don't feel some of you are supportive if anyone decides to do the Camino different than it "should" be done (walking more than a month, staying in albergues, suffering for pain, rain, etc,etc).
I just hope I get to know people that does not make a difference during my walking and understand that everybody has their own circumstances to do the things the way they are doing them without judging
When do you start in October? Lots of the SJPP September starters will be getting to Sarria in October. If all goes well for us I anticipate we will be there towards the end of the first week/start of the second week of October.Thanks so much all of you for your comments, it's absolutely right that my mother and I will walk our own camino and hopefully be able to find this awesome spiritually experience we are looking for.
We have been training a little and we already have some of our stuff ready (even a pair of blue jeans) we are really excited about this.
I know that for some people what I wrote might sound rude for my first post but it is important for all of us to be aware that some comments we make might be discouraging someone that is seeking for information at this forum and it might influence others in their decision to walk or not the Camino. Everybody has the right to live this experience according to their own circumstances and we should respect all of them.
Hope to meet some of you in October.
Buen Camino.
When do you start in October? Lots of the SJPP September starters will be getting to Sarria in October. If all goes well for us I anticipate we will be there towards the end of the first week/start of the second week of October.
Cangab37, in my experience, those who are only walking the last 100k are sometimes the most dedicated pilgrims you'll find. Why? Because perhaps like you they only have limited time/funds. They can't do the entire Camino in one long stretch. They instead come back, year after year, section by section, until they complete it. Now that, to me, is dedication. (I cant imagine the difficulty in trying to psyche myself up over and over, until I finally had a compestella in my hand!). Another thing to remember is that we are all human and we all have egos and sometimes we like to satisfy that egos urge to be "better" than someone else. Those who would judge you for only walking from Sarria are also the ones who judged someone else for not carrying as heavy a pack as they did, or not walking as many kilometers a day, or ........you get the picture. Just remember, the "issues" they have are theirs, not yours. I kind of liked running into the newbies toward the end because they asked a lot of questions and it helped me really see and appreciate what I'd accomplished already. So, relax and enjoy every moment of every day, regardless of what someone else might say.Hi,
I've been reading a following the different topics in this forum for a while since I decided to walk part of the Camino with my mother on October 2014, but I have to say that some of the comments I read are really discouraging.
1.- why do you make a difference from the ones that decide to walk from Sarria than the ones that walk all the way? Will my pilgrimage be less than yours just because I have only 10 days of vacations a year at work and cant afford to quit it because I have 2 other people that depend on my income and I will be only able to walk the last miles?
2.- why everybody is so mad if someone decides to take advantage of booking albergues or hotels in advanced or even use a tour company to help with the walking? I'm also less than others just because I will need to return to real life just after finishing walking and again to endless work travels and I want a little comfort while doing the Camino. Is that such a big sin, apparently yes, no matter the circumstances.
Everybody writes "It's your camino you should do it as you feel, as you want, as you desire" but personally I don't feel some of you are supportive if anyone decides to do the Camino different than it "should" be done (walking more than a month, staying in albergues, suffering for pain, rain, etc,etc).
I just hope I get to know people that does not make a difference during my walking and understand that everybody has their own circumstances to do the things the way they are doing them without judging
It would be nice if our paths cross and we walk some of the way with you! We have backpacks with a forum badge and a kangaroo patch so make sure you say hello if you see us.Hi,
I will be starting on October 13th, 2014.
Hi,
I've been reading a following the different topics in this forum for a while since I decided to walk part of the Camino with my mother on October 2014, but I have to say that some of the comments I read are really discouraging.
1.- why do you make a difference from the ones that decide to walk from Sarria than the ones that walk all the way? Will my pilgrimage be less than yours just because I have only 10 days of vacations a year at work and cant afford to quit it because I have 2 other people that depend on my income and I will be only able to walk the last miles?
2.- why everybody is so mad if someone decides to take advantage of booking albergues or hotels in advanced or even use a tour company to help with the walking? I'm also less than others just because I will need to return to real life just after finishing walking and again to endless work travels and I want a little comfort while doing the Camino. Is that such a big sin, apparently yes, no matter the circumstances.
Everybody writes "It's your camino you should do it as you feel, as you want, as you desire" but personally I don't feel some of you are supportive if anyone decides to do the Camino different than it "should" be done (walking more than a month, staying in albergues, suffering for pain, rain, etc,etc).
I just hope I get to know people that does not make a difference during my walking and understand that everybody has their own circumstances to do the things the way they are doing them without judging
No one should be defensive about their camino. No one should take heed of criticism. It may take a bit of a thick skin, but it is time to ignore the judgement of others. The problem lies with them, not you.This prompted comments about me being a tourist not a pilgrim.
1.- why do you make a difference from the ones that decide to walk from Sarria than the ones that walk all the way? Will my pilgrimage be less than yours just because I have only 10 days of vacations a year at work and cant afford to quit it because I have 2 other people that depend on my income and I will be only able to walk the last miles?
2.- why everybody is so mad if someone decides to take advantage of booking albergues or hotels in advanced or even use a tour company to help with the walking? I'm also less than others just because I will need to return to real life just after finishing walking and again to endless work travels and I want a little comfort while doing the Camino. Is that such a big sin, apparently yes, no matter the circumstances.
ok... whatever your faith/spirituality is, it's time for a little meditation. please don't begin your journey with a sense of disappointment which you're starting to internalize. look at your words. you're not walking 'part of the Camino' - you're walking the Camino!Hi,
I've been reading a following the different topics in this forum for a while since I decided to walk part of the Camino with my mother on October 2014, but I have to say that some of the comments I read are really discouraging.
1.- why do you make a difference from the ones that decide to walk from Sarria than the ones that walk all the way? Will my pilgrimage be less than yours just because I have only 10 days of vacations a year at work and cant afford to quit it because I have 2 other people that depend on my income and I will be only able to walk the last miles?
2.- why everybody is so mad if someone decides to take advantage of booking albergues or hotels in advanced or even use a tour company to help with the walking? I'm also less than others just because I will need to return to real life just after finishing walking and again to endless work travels and I want a little comfort while doing the Camino. Is that such a big sin, apparently yes, no matter the circumstances.
Everybody writes "It's your camino you should do it as you feel, as you want, as you desire" but personally I don't feel some of you are supportive if anyone decides to do the Camino different than it "should" be done (walking more than a month, staying in albergues, suffering for pain, rain, etc,etc).
I just hope I get to know people that does not make a difference during my walking and understand that everybody has their own circumstances to do the things the way they are doing them without judging
AT last!! I have the reason I felt compelled to walk from SJPDP!! Truly there has always been a part of me that is/was almost jealous of those who could happily begin in Burgos, Leon, Astorga or Sarria. For reasons that until just now, I didn't understand (Thank you XinLoi!!) Of course those who know me are all probably sitting and nodding and saying "of course!!"" the people starting at Sarria are probably less evil and don't have as many sins to do penance for as those of us who started at SJPDP--can't imagine what those who walk more than once have done!
I too am walking from Sarria with my wife and friend beginning in early October so perhaps we will see you on the Camino. Go at your own pace and do not worry about others or what they think.Hi,
I've been reading a following the different topics in this forum for a while since I decided to walk part of the Camino with my mother on October 2014, but I have to say that some of the comments I read are really discouraging.
1.- why do you make a difference from the ones that decide to walk from Sarria than the ones that walk all the way? Will my pilgrimage be less than yours just because I have only 10 days of vacations a year at work and cant afford to quit it because I have 2 other people that depend on my income and I will be only able to walk the last miles?
2.- why everybody is so mad if someone decides to take advantage of booking albergues or hotels in advanced or even use a tour company to help with the walking? I'm also less than others just because I will need to return to real life just after finishing walking and again to endless work travels and I want a little comfort while doing the Camino. Is that such a big sin, apparently yes, no matter the circumstances.
Everybody writes "It's your camino you should do it as you feel, as you want, as you desire" but personally I don't feel some of you are supportive if anyone decides to do the Camino different than it "should" be done (walking more than a month, staying in albergues, suffering for pain, rain, etc,etc).
I just hope I get to know people that does not make a difference during my walking and understand that everybody has their own circumstances to do the things the way they are doing them without judging
Does it really matters to you what ANYBODY thinks? Really? Plenty of great, amazing people on the Camino. Be glad if anybody lets you know what they think of your pilgrimage. That way you know who not to waste your time on. I heard some pilgrims making snarky remarks about "tourgrinos". Frequently, it came from some young buck who also frequently got wasted at night and annoyed the rest of the albergue occupants.....because THAT is the TRUE pilgrimHi,
I've been reading a following the different topics in this forum for a while since I decided to walk part of the Camino with my mother on October 2014, but I have to say that some of the comments I read are really discouraging.
1.- why do you make a difference from the ones that decide to walk from Sarria than the ones that walk all the way? Will my pilgrimage be less than yours just because I have only 10 days of vacations a year at work and cant afford to quit it because I have 2 other people that depend on my income and I will be only able to walk the last miles?
2.- why everybody is so mad if someone decides to take advantage of booking albergues or hotels in advanced or even use a tour company to help with the walking? I'm also less than others just because I will need to return to real life just after finishing walking and again to endless work travels and I want a little comfort while doing the Camino. Is that such a big sin, apparently yes, no matter the circumstances.
Everybody writes "It's your camino you should do it as you feel, as you want, as you desire" but personally I don't feel some of you are supportive if anyone decides to do the Camino different than it "should" be done (walking more than a month, staying in albergues, suffering for pain, rain, etc,etc).
I just hope I get to know people that does not make a difference during my walking and understand that everybody has their own circumstances to do the things the way they are doing them without judging[/QUOTE
1.- why do you make a difference from the ones that decide to walk from Sarria than the ones that walk all the way?
2.- why everybody is so mad if someone decides to take advantage of booking albergues or hotels in advanced or even use a tour company to help with the walking?
Yes!Metaphor for life, The Camino, I've read that so many times in this forum. If someone decide to do things in life to achieve their goals, it doesn't really worry me as long as they're not breaking the law, even then it's not my job to keep an eye on them. They can do whatever they want, it's their life, and I can do whatever I want with my life too, because it's my life, I get to decide. In the Camino, if I want to linger, take my time, pick some wildflowers, talk to the cows, smell the hay, inspect the bridges, bathe in the river, and whatever else I'd like to do, I will do. I won't be racing just because everyone else is. If I don't get a bed, so be it. I'll find another one. Just like in my life, I'd like to take things easy, enjoy things because I may not pass this way again. If I get to, it would be a great!The Camino is a big, muddy metaphor for life, and as in life there are those who wish to impose a judgement on our choices. Fortunately on the Camino their judgement cannot harm you, so it's a useful arena in which to decide how to deal with that judgement. On my last Camino, in one case I decided to challenge it instead of resorting to my usual passive-aggressive tutting and muttering. It helped me do the same in a situation at work once I returned home. Anyway, you'll meet more people supportive of your choices on your Camino than not
It's interesting that people talk about the harshness of the written word, but I experienced the harshness of the spoken word. I was a self named posh pilgrim, who opted for luggage transfer and hotels. Nevertheless, I walked 775k my way. This prompted comments about me being a tourist not a pilgrim. Don't judge, I wanted to scream, because what is not evident, is that for all the competition about who does it rougher, people fail to see the non visible disability. I have multiple sclerosis so to complete the walk at all was a massive personal achievement. So, when some people say it's your walk, walk it your way, it can sometimes be interpreted to as long as it's my way. That said, I had a blast and it was a truly amazing experience.
carolanneelc-- my hat is off to you and YOUR pilgrimage!It's interesting that people talk about the harshness of the written word, but I experienced the harshness of the spoken word. I was a self named posh pilgrim, who opted for luggage transfer and hotels. Nevertheless, I walked 775k my way. This prompted comments about me being a tourist not a pilgrim. Don't judge, I wanted to scream, because what is not evident, is that for all the competition about who does it rougher, people fail to see the non visible disability. I have multiple sclerosis so to complete the walk at all was a massive personal achievement. So, when some people say it's your walk, walk it your way, it can sometimes be interpreted to as long as it's my way. That said, I had a blast and it was a truly amazing experience.
By pure coincidence, I've just been reading the thread " Disappointing arrival in Santiago" and I came across a posting
There you are, don't tell me that this is not biased!
Anne
There is also a huge difference between those who start a pilgrimage in Sarria and those youth groups that are doing it for fun screaming, drinking and leaving kitchens without cleaning etc etc. You seldom see them before Sarria. They are the turigrinos for me. Their behaviour has nothing to do with pilgrimage. They are on a cheap vacation. But they are there and it just to accept. And if you are lucky you don't end up in the same albergue as them.
Regarding bookings I don't look down on people doing them. I just get a little frustrated when I have walked 40 km with my backpack and comes to an empty albergue that has a completo sign up because inside there is 12 suitcases waiting for some peregrinos with daypacks that will have walked about 10-20 km that day starting late and stopping anywhere they want as they know they have a bed. For me the freedom is the most important part of the Camino and bookings forces me to book as well or walk less or more then the body wants that day.
But I never ever judge the people walking here. Everyone has their reasons to do it the way they do. I get judged a lot both on the Camino and in the forum for walking fast and long distances a day and I just don't care. The Camino is a ego centric journey but you still have to interact with others and their needs. You will understand when you are there.
I didn't catch where you're from Cangab37, but I'm guessing from the States. Not everyone knows that most people in the US do not get 4 to 6 weeks vacation. They are lucky if they get one week, really lucky if they get two. Add to that the travel time across the Atlantic and you run out of time fast. And if you are from the States, then you're probably health insurance poor as well, if you have health insurance at all. But as well all know, money issues are a big problem for most of the world currently. I didn't feel that your post was negative, but one who picked up on a prejudice that exists, but doesn't predominate. Pay no attention to the minority who feel that way. They may not realise your limitations (time & money) and therefore don't understand your concerns.
Just walk. I think once you begin, you'll realise you're having an overall good experience. Mine included a "flasher." While a bit startling at first, but it makes a great story now!
Hi,
I've been reading a following the different topics in this forum for a while since I decided to walk part of the Camino with my mother on October 2014, but I have to say that some of the comments I read are really discouraging.
1.- why do you make a difference from the ones that decide to walk from Sarria than the ones that walk all the way? Will my pilgrimage be less than yours just because I have only 10 days of vacations a year at work and cant afford to quit it because I have 2 other people that depend on my income and I will be only able to walk the last miles?
2.- why everybody is so mad if someone decides to take advantage of booking albergues or hotels in advanced or even use a tour company to help with the walking? I'm also less than others just because I will need to return to real life just after finishing walking and again to endless work travels and I want a little comfort while doing the Camino. Is that such a big sin, apparently yes, no matter the circumstances.
Everybody writes "It's your camino you should do it as you feel, as you want, as you desire" but personally I don't feel some of you are supportive if anyone decides to do the Camino different than it "should" be done (walking more than a month, staying in albergues, suffering for pain, rain, etc,etc).
I just hope I get to know people that does not make a difference during my walking and understand that everybody has their own circumstances to do the things the way they are doing them without judging
Hi,
I will be starting on October 13th, 2014.
Hi,
I've been reading a following the different topics in this forum for a while since I decided to walk part of the Camino with my mother on October 2014, but I have to say that some of the comments I read are really discouraging.
1.- why do you make a difference from the ones that decide to walk from Sarria than the ones that walk all the way? Will my pilgrimage be less than yours just because I have only 10 days of vacations a year at work and cant afford to quit it because I have 2 other people that depend on my income and I will be only able to walk the last miles?
2.- why everybody is so mad if someone decides to take advantage of booking albergues or hotels in advanced or even use a tour company to help with the walking? I'm also less than others just because I will need to return to real life just after finishing walking and again to endless work travels and I want a little comfort while doing the Camino. Is that such a big sin, apparently yes, no matter the circumstances.
So go… ignore everyone… plan YOUR Camino and go.
Join a group if you want.
Bus if you want.
Hire bag transport if you want.
Book ahead (if you're SMART!)
And just go..
Hi,
I've been reading a following the different topics in this forum for a while since I decided to walk part of the Camino with my mother on October 2014, but I have to say that some of the comments I read are really discouraging.
1.- why do you make a difference from the ones that decide to walk from Sarria than the ones that walk all the way? Will my pilgrimage be less than yours just because I have only 10 days of vacations a year at work and cant afford to quit it because I have 2 other people that depend on my income and I will be only able to walk the last miles?
2.- why everybody is so mad if someone decides to take advantage of booking albergues or hotels in advanced or even use a tour company to help with the walking? I'm also less than others just because I will need to return to real life just after finishing walking and again to endless work travels and I want a little comfort while doing the Camino. Is that such a big sin, apparently yes, no matter the circumstances.
Everybody writes "It's your camino you should do it as you feel, as you want, as you desire" but personally I don't feel some of you are supportive if anyone decides to do the Camino different than it "should" be done (walking more than a month, staying in albergues, suffering for pain, rain, etc,etc).
I just hope I get to know people that does not make a difference during my walking and understand that everybody has their own circumstances to do the things the way they are doing them without judging
You are putting way way way too much importance on others' opinions, feelings, idiosyncrasies--. Don't sweat the small stuff, and as they say, "it's all small stuff."Hi,
I've been reading a following the different topics in this forum for a while since I decided to walk part of the Camino with my mother on October 2014, but I have to say that some of the comments I read are really discouraging.
1.- why do you make a difference from the ones that decide to walk from Sarria than the ones that walk all the way? Will my pilgrimage be less than yours just because I have only 10 days of vacations a year at work and cant afford to quit it because I have 2 other people that depend on my income and I will be only able to walk the last miles?
2.- why everybody is so mad if someone decides to take advantage of booking albergues or hotels in advanced or even use a tour company to help with the walking? I'm also less than others just because I will need to return to real life just after finishing walking and again to endless work travels and I want a little comfort while doing the Camino. Is that such a big sin, apparently yes, no matter the circumstances.
Everybody writes "It's your camino you should do it as you feel, as you want, as you desire" but personally I don't feel some of you are supportive if anyone decides to do the Camino different than it "should" be done (walking more than a month, staying in albergues, suffering for pain, rain, etc,etc).
I just hope I get to know people that does not make a difference during my walking and understand that everybody has their own circumstances to do the things the way they are doing them without judging
Hi,
I've been reading a following the different topics in this forum for a while since I decided to walk part of the Camino with my mother on October 2014, but I have to say that some of the comments I read are really discouraging.
1.- why do you make a difference from the ones that decide to walk from Sarria than the ones that walk all the way? Will my pilgrimage be less than yours just because I have only 10 days of vacations a year at work and cant afford to quit it because I have 2 other people that depend on my income and I will be only able to walk the last miles?
2.- why everybody is so mad if someone decides to take advantage of booking albergues or hotels in advanced or even use a tour company to help with the walking? I'm also less than others just because I will need to return to real life just after finishing walking and again to endless work travels and I want a little comfort while doing the Camino. Is that such a big sin, apparently yes, no matter the circumstances.
Everybody writes "It's your camino you should do it as you feel, as you want, as you desire" but personally I don't feel some of you are supportive if anyone decides to do the Camino different than it "should" be done (walking more than a month, staying in albergues, suffering for pain, rain, etc,etc).
I just hope I get to know people that does not make a difference during my walking and understand that everybody has their own circumstances to do the things the way they are doing them without judging
Hi,
I've been reading a following the different topics in this forum for a while since I decided to walk part of the Camino with my mother on October 2014, but I have to say that some of the comments I read are really discouraging.
1.- why do you make a difference from the ones that decide to walk from Sarria than the ones that walk all the way? Will my pilgrimage be less than yours just because I have only 10 days of vacations a year at work and cant afford to quit it because I have 2 other people that depend on my income and I will be only able to walk the last miles?
2.- why everybody is so mad if someone decides to take advantage of booking albergues or hotels in advanced or even use a tour company to help with the walking? I'm also less than others just because I will need to return to real life just after finishing walking and again to endless work travels and I want a little comfort while doing the Camino. Is that such a big sin, apparently yes, no matter the circumstances.
Everybody writes "It's your camino you should do it as you feel, as you want, as you desire" but personally I don't feel some of you are supportive if anyone decides to do the Camino different than it "should" be done (walking more than a month, staying in albergues, suffering for pain, rain, etc,etc).
I just hope I get to know people that does not make a difference during my walking and understand that everybody has their own circumstances to do the things the way they are doing them without judging
you are right, this is your walk. do what makes you happy. send your bags on if you want, take a bus if you want occasionally. it is your camino and sadly some people get a bit precious. i am 2/3 of the way through and will walk with anyone. i have stayed in albuerges and pensiones and both are fun, the one i am in right now is just like the rooms in the grand budapest hotel. pack lightly, have fun. stop reading posts and have the journey that you deserve!!Hi,
I've been reading a following the different topics in this forum for a while since I decided to walk part of the Camino with my mother on October 2014, but I have to say that some of the comments I read are really discouraging.
1.- why do you make a difference from the ones that decide to walk from Sarria than the ones that walk all the way? Will my pilgrimage be less than yours just because I have only 10 days of vacations a year at work and cant afford to quit it because I have 2 other people that depend on my income and I will be only able to walk the last miles?
2.- why everybody is so mad if someone decides to take advantage of booking albergues or hotels in advanced or even use a tour company to help with the walking? I'm also less than others just because I will need to return to real life just after finishing walking and again to endless work travels and I want a little comfort while doing the Camino. Is that such a big sin, apparently yes, no matter the circumstances.
Everybody writes "It's your camino you should do it as you feel, as you want, as you desire" but personally I don't feel some of you are supportive if anyone decides to do the Camino different than it "should" be done (walking more than a month, staying in albergues, suffering for pain, rain, etc,etc).
I just hope I get to know people that does not make a difference during my walking and understand that everybody has their own circumstances to do the things the way they are doing them without judging
Hi,
I've been reading a following the different topics in this forum for a while since I decided to walk part of the Camino with my mother on October 2014, but I have to say that some of the comments I read are really discouraging.
1.- why do you make a difference from the ones that decide to walk from Sarria than the ones that walk all the way? Will my pilgrimage be less than yours just because I have only 10 days of vacations a year at work and cant afford to quit it because I have 2 other people that depend on my income and I will be only able to walk the last miles?
2.- why everybody is so mad if someone decides to take advantage of booking albergues or hotels in advanced or even use a tour company to help with the walking? I'm also less than others just because I will need to return to real life just after finishing walking and again to endless work travels and I want a little comfort while doing the Camino. Is that such a big sin, apparently yes, no matter the circumstances.
Everybody writes "It's your camino you should do it as you feel, as you want, as you desire" but personally I don't feel some of you are supportive if anyone decides to do the Camino different than it "should" be done (walking more than a month, staying in albergues, suffering for pain, rain, etc,etc).
I just hope I get to know people that does not make a difference during my walking and understand that everybody has their own circumstances to do the things the way they are doing them without judging
I always like to reach the limitsJanka- I think you exceeded that maximum number of smiley faces in one post.
This thread does remind me of a well remembered pilgrim. He was an earnest, overtly religious, sackcloth-and-ashes purist. With heavy pack. And strongly held convictions about who was and who was not a "proper" pilgrim. Was suffering, and had been for many hundreds of km, from a terribly painful knee and hugely swollen ankle, refusing every suggestion of rest days and buses. My impulsive, foot-in-the-mouth, insensitive husband, in casual conversation commented "You must have sinned a lot". It did not go down well.
---Do not go there--buying into what others say. The important, and I mean the only important thing, is that you walk. To walk it with your mother is a very blessed experience which no one else can ever do and ever understand what that means to you. You will find wonderful people on the Camino who do not judge you, nor should they. Don´t judge them either. Look forward to it, do it. One thing is for sure: It is your Camino. Define it. Let others define what theirs is and what the experience means to them. If they want complaining and ill feelings to be part of the Camino experience, let them have it. It doesn´t matter how far you have walked, if you have those feelings, it is part of your Camino. Have YOUR Camino and enjoy, benefit. Blessings for a 3 time Pilgrim---Buen Camino.Hi,
I've been reading a following the different topics in this forum for a while since I decided to walk part of the Camino with my mother on October 2014, but I have to say that some of the comments I read are really discouraging.
1.- why do you make a difference from the ones that decide to walk from Sarria than the ones that walk all the way? Will my pilgrimage be less than yours just because I have only 10 days of vacations a year at work and cant afford to quit it because I have 2 other people that depend on my income and I will be only able to walk the last miles?
2.- why everybody is so mad if someone decides to take advantage of booking albergues or hotels in advanced or even use a tour company to help with the walking? I'm also less than others just because I will need to return to real life just after finishing walking and again to endless work travels and I want a little comfort while doing the Camino. Is that such a big sin, apparently yes, no matter the circumstances.
Everybody writes "It's your camino you should do it as you feel, as you want, as you desire" but personally I don't feel some of you are supportive if anyone decides to do the Camino different than it "should" be done (walking more than a month, staying in albergues, suffering for pain, rain, etc,etc).
I just hope I get to know people that does not make a difference during my walking and understand that everybody has their own circumstances to do the things the way they are doing them without judging
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