geordie63
New Member
This coming monday I fly to Biarritz, head down to St. Jean Pied de Port & start hiking the 800km to Santiago much the same as millions of folk before me. The initial feelings of excitement have been tempered a little with feelings of nervousness but I'm still very much looking forward to my first ever trek. I've bought everything I need & a few things I didn't need. I've made several packing lists & packed & re-packed my bag several times. I think less planning probably went into the Apollo moon landings than what I've had to do for this trip but I've enjoyed every minute of it & would like to thank contributors on this forum particularly for the wealth of knowledge I've gained from this site.
From never even having heard of the Camino only 3 months ago to be being inspired to walk it simply because like many others I guess, from watching the film "The Way" it's now time for me to actually do it.
Another thing I'd like to mention is how touched I've been with the generosity of people. Whether it be family, friends or total strangers I have received nothing but encouragement. I decided early on to try & raise funds for MS Ireland, a charity I hold close to my heart as it's a condition I have had for many years. I've been one of the lucky ones & although I have my limitations I have seen peoples' lives decimated through the illness so I have nothing to complain about. To date I've raised nearly €1500 for MS Ireland & that I think is my biggest motivating factor. I have no idea if my legs will hold out but I can only give it my best shot.
Anyway, thanks evrybody here for your support, advice & encouragement & wish me well on my trek!
Buen Camino.
Dave
From never even having heard of the Camino only 3 months ago to be being inspired to walk it simply because like many others I guess, from watching the film "The Way" it's now time for me to actually do it.
Another thing I'd like to mention is how touched I've been with the generosity of people. Whether it be family, friends or total strangers I have received nothing but encouragement. I decided early on to try & raise funds for MS Ireland, a charity I hold close to my heart as it's a condition I have had for many years. I've been one of the lucky ones & although I have my limitations I have seen peoples' lives decimated through the illness so I have nothing to complain about. To date I've raised nearly €1500 for MS Ireland & that I think is my biggest motivating factor. I have no idea if my legs will hold out but I can only give it my best shot.
Anyway, thanks evrybody here for your support, advice & encouragement & wish me well on my trek!
Buen Camino.
Dave