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Hmmm. @andywild knows when to propose a challenge! He walks 227 km, giving a headstart of about 2 days to someone who has to walk 799 km (or even 775).I'm in Porto on the 18th... Race you to Santiago !!
I flew from spokane last fall and had jet lag and did not sleep at all for the first 3 nights. I recommend that you spend a whole day in saint john before you begin your walk. Buen camino.As I am writing this post, it is exactly one month to the minute when I will be wheels up on the first leg of my flight to SJPdP via Seattle, Madrid, Biarritz, and Express Bouricott. There are a few mixed feelings and concerns, but those are mostly surrounding the Grave's Disease medications getting adjusted to where they need to be.
Since my last post about the hyperthyroid stuff, I can definitely feel and see a steady improvement. All of your thoughts and prayers have definitely helped.
At any rate, things are pretty much packed, travel documents located and stashed, and reservations that are needed to be made have been made.
For those who may be in St Jean Pied de Port the afternoon and evening of September 17, let me know and perhaps we can all have a meetup.
Hey, nice to hear that DaveAs I am writing this post, it is exactly one month to the minute when I will be wheels up on the first leg of my flight to SJPdP via Seattle, Madrid, Biarritz, and Express Bouricott. There are a few mixed feelings and concerns, but those are mostly surrounding the Grave's Disease medications getting adjusted to where they need to be.
Since my last post about the hyperthyroid stuff, I can definitely feel and see a steady improvement. All of your thoughts and prayers have definitely helped.
At any rate, things are pretty much packed, travel documents located and stashed, and reservations that are needed to be made have been made.
For those who may be in St Jean Pied de Port the afternoon and evening of September 17, let me know and perhaps we can all have a meetup.
I flew from spokane last fall and had jet lag and did not sleep at all for the first 3 nights. I recommend that you spend a whole day in saint john before you begin your walk. Buen camino.
@davebugg Buen Camino Amigo. I've made an offering to my old guys for you and your journey. I won't see you in StJdP; I'll be somewhere between Ponferrada and A Rua on the Invierno about then, but you'll be in my thoughts friend.
Hey, nice to hear that Dave
And that health issues are improving. I'm sure you'll be in a lot of forum members minds. In mine for sure.
Take care, peregrino! Ultreia!
@davebugg I will be a week ahead of you, but you are sure to pass me on the way (I will be in uniform also).
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Thanks for all your great contributions to the forum!
¡Buen Camino!
Hmm. Andy, our most famous walker of Team Tortoise, on the CP versus PCT Dave on the CF. Who is going to win? Both. They will be on the Camino.Hmmm. @andywild knows when to propose a challenge! He walks 227 km, giving a headstart of about 2 days to someone who has to walk 799 km (or even 775).
@davebugg Buen Camino Amigo. I've made an offering to my old guys for you and your journey. I won't see you in StJdP; I'll be somewhere between Ponferrada and A Rua on the Invierno about then, but you'll be in my thoughts friend.
Hmm. Andy, our most famous walker of Team Tortoise, on the CP versus PCT Dave on the CF. Who is going to win? Both. They will be on the Camino.
I'm in Porto on the 18th... Race you to Santiago !!
Are you walking again Andy? If so, I hope you blog. I really enjoyed your blog.I'm in Porto on the 18th... Race you to Santiago !!
I’m glad to hear you’re getting a handle on the thyroid issues. They can be strange buggers to deal with. We have a bit of thyroid disease in my family. That’s exciting that you’re walking another Camino. You’re such a positive and helpful influence on these forums. I wish you a Buen Camino!As I am writing this post, it is exactly one month to the minute when I will be wheels up on the first leg of my flight to SJPdP via Seattle, Madrid, Biarritz, and Express Bouricott. There are a few mixed feelings and concerns, but those are mostly surrounding the Grave's Disease medications getting adjusted to where they need to be.
Since my last post about the hyperthyroid stuff, I can definitely feel and see a steady improvement. All of your thoughts and prayers have definitely helped.
At any rate, things are pretty much packed, travel documents located and stashed, and reservations that are needed to be made have been made.
For those who may be in St Jean Pied de Port the afternoon and evening of September 17, let me know and perhaps we can all have a meetup.
I’m glad to hear you’re getting a handle on the thyroid issues. They can be strange buggers to deal with. We have a bit of thyroid disease in my family. That’s exciting that you’re walking another Camino. You’re such a positive and helpful influence on these forums. I wish you a Buen Camino!
Hey Dave,I arrive some time in the afternoon on the 17th from Pamplona. Would be great to catch upAs I am writing this post, it is exactly one month to the minute when I will be wheels up on the first leg of my flight to SJPdP via Seattle, Madrid, Biarritz, and Express Bouricott. There are a few mixed feelings and concerns, but those are mostly surrounding the Grave's Disease medications getting adjusted to where they need to be.
Since my last post about the hyperthyroid stuff, I can definitely feel and see a steady improvement. All of your thoughts and prayers have definitely helped.
At any rate, things are pretty much packed, travel documents located and stashed, and reservations that are needed to be made have been made.
For those who may be in St Jean Pied de Port the afternoon and evening of September 17, let me know and perhaps we can all have a meetup.
Well you are exactly two weeks ahead of us! I hope you give us frequent updates of your journey, Dave!
I am sure you are on top of your physical needs, but I was just thinking, Dave, that it might be good to have recommendations for Endocrinologists in the major towns/cities along the Camino. If you do this research ahead and then need to medically adjust things, you will know where to go. However, I do not know the medical system in Spain, nor how long it takes to get an appointment with such a specialist. Of course, I would hope you never need to see one, but I am a big believer in preparation.
Dave, I wish you a safe, happy and fruitful Camino! Walk on.........
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Hey, Dave!
So good to hear you'll be on the way next month.
Prayers answered.
I get the thyroid issue...I've lost mine! Yea Synthroid! Heyya?
In Orrison in the 18th, but late.
Hope to run into you along the Way.
Buen Camino!
Hi Dave, I can't quite remember if your son, Caleb, is joining you on this upcoming Camino...is he? Either way, I hope you have a wonderful journey full of new surprises, but only good ones!
That is a good suggestionSpecific recommendations might be difficult, but knowing the nearest medical facilities which have Endocrinologist would be nice. That made me go back and review my health plan which also covers international travel. It does have a 24/7 medical travel service which can be called for health concerns in order to locate and have arranged needed specialist care and appropriate facilities. They also arrange the transport to get there. In fact, if non-critical issues pop up, I am required to call them first in order to keep coverage intact. From all the reviews and information I read, it is fast efficient and works really well in this application.
It also has a translation service in case there are communication issues between the provider and me.[/QUOTE
It is wise for all of us to review insurance before we go and to review procedures to keep our insurance intact. Knowing where we can go that would have a specialist on staff for a particular condition could be life-saving.
Do post, pics,Dave! Looking forward to reading about your Camino! What a treat to be with your son for the last thiird of your trip!
As I am writing this post, it is exactly one month to the minute when I will be wheels up on the first leg of my flight to SJPdP via Seattle, Madrid, Biarritz, and Express Bouricott. There are a few mixed feelings and concerns, but those are mostly surrounding the Grave's Disease medications getting adjusted to where they need to be.
Since my last post about the hyperthyroid stuff, I can definitely feel and see a steady improvement. All of your thoughts and prayers have definitely helped.
At any rate, things are pretty much packed, travel documents located and stashed, and reservations that are needed to be made have been made.
For those who may be in St Jean Pied de Port the afternoon and evening of September 17, let me know and perhaps we can all have a meetup.
PM sentWhat kind of physical preparation do you do a month before going @davebugg ?? How about 6 months before going?
As I am writing this post, it is exactly one month to the minute when I will be wheels up on the first leg of my flight to SJPdP via Seattle, Madrid, Biarritz, and Express Bouricott. There are a few mixed feelings and concerns, but those are mostly surrounding the Grave's Disease medications getting adjusted to where they need to be.
Since my last post about the hyperthyroid stuff, I can definitely feel and see a steady improvement. All of your thoughts and prayers have definitely helped.
At any rate, things are pretty much packed, travel documents located and stashed, and reservations that are needed to be made have been made.
For those who may be in St Jean Pied de Port the afternoon and evening of September 17, let me know and perhaps we can all have a meetup.
Thanks, Morgan... my wish for you is the sameMay your journey be exactly as adventurous as you want, and as peaceful as you need.
Buen Camino. @davebugg! Wishing you good health, good weather, new friends, good times. Ultreia!
I leave NZ on the 20th and will start off walking from Madrid - I wonder if we'll meet around Sahagun-Leon? (meeting family in Leon on October 7th, then heading north)
Buen camino!
Hi Dave!
I’ve “lurked” on site for the past year faithfully gathering tidbits here and there. All that have posted I’ve learned so much. In particular , Yours have been the most informative . I’m sorry I won’t get to meetup and meet you as I am ahead of you starting September 1st on my first Camino but maybe you’ll catch up!
all the best
Brenda Luco
Thanks, Morgan... my wish for you is the samei do hope things on Camino are beginning to look better for you guys.
Thanks, JabbaPapa.Buen camino, peregrino !!
I'm going to play my journey by ear and just see what happens - but I will certainly keep these dates at the back of my mind - it would be a delight to meet you face to face. At this stage there is one set date - family arriving on the seventh. Then there are variables - how many long days will I have walked on the Madrid? Will I be needing to take a train at the last minute to get to Leon or will I be wanting to walk every step of the way? Will I detour to Moratinos and meet Rebekah? Will I have time to arrive early and enjoy the cathedral before family arrives? (if the answer to that one is yes, it means I'll probably be able to see you too!)I'll reach Leon on October 5 or 6.
When do you think you'll get to Sarria? I'll be there on October 18!As I am writing this post, it is exactly one month to the minute when I will be wheels up on the first leg of my flight to SJPdP via Seattle, Madrid, Biarritz, and Express Bouricott. There are a few mixed feelings and concerns, but those are mostly surrounding the Grave's Disease medications getting adjusted to where they need to be.
Since my last post about the hyperthyroid stuff, I can definitely feel and see a steady improvement. All of your thoughts and prayers have definitely helped.
At any rate, things are pretty much packed, travel documents located and stashed, and reservations that are needed to be made have been made.
For those who may be in St Jean Pied de Port the afternoon and evening of September 17, let me know and perhaps we can all have a meetup.
When do you think you'll get to Sarria? I'll be there on October 18!
Maybe we can have a beer together when you get to Pamplona.
I return from the Camino on Saturday 15th.
If you want, let me know.
Un saludo y buen camino.
Again enjoy it to the fullest.I'm up for a beverage... I don't drink alcohol, but I enjoy FantaI will probably be in Pamplona on Sept 19
I live in Sprague,just west of Spokane. What do you do for jet-lag?Thanks for the tip, I appreciate it.
Long overseas flights and I have a substantial history together, and I do pretty well in limited susceptibility to jet lag issues. I have my own regimen for dealing with it. Last year, I arrived much later into SJPdP than I will this year, and really noticed no real physical issues when walking to Roncesvalles the next morning.
Are you living in the Spokane area?
I live in Sprague,just west of Spokane. What do you do for jet-lag?
That was a great post! I really enjoyed reading about how you spend the last hours in the build up to the grand depart. It was rather calming too. Do you have a plan in mind for the morning? Will it be an early start? You have your food for the day already bought I think? Will you stop at Orrison for a drink or a bite to eat?
If I am "unlucky" I like the answer "because the camino is calling me".... And if I'm lucky like last year, no one will ask "Why are you walking the Camino?" ....
Thank you so much! Last year I could not sleep on the 0lane,on the train,and for 3 more nights! Ugh!I stay hydrated, do not sleep on the flight, and plan on a solid nights rest when I arrive at destination. I arranged my itinerary to give me time to "normalize" myself and have at least one good night's period of sleep. I find that even mild exercise, like walking, and immediately adapting to activities based on the local time really helps me with any 'lag'. I forget about the time from where i came from, and focus solely on where I am now
I've made a lengthy description of what I will likely be doing -- barring any stuff popping up -- once I land in Spain from departure at SeaTac this Saturday.
My flight departs to Madrid this Saturday and I will arrive at Madrid in the early evening, local time. After checking in to my Madrid hotel room, I will shower and change clothes and then go walking around the area for an hour or so. I will eat at a local eatery then go walk and explore a bit more.
By 1000 pm local time, I am back in my room and will know whether I will be able to fall asleep in the next hour or if I am too wound up. If need be, I will take an OTC sleep aid (which is the same medication as in OTC antihistamines).
Then I will make sure everything that can be packed up, is back in the backpack. The toiletry items will go in the pack just before I leave. I will watch a bit of local TV or read in order to wind down; I will go to sleep at any time I begin to feel drowsy.
I am usually fresh and ready to go the next morning. If need be, I will take a couple of caffeine tabs (I hate coffee). I am catching a flight at 0830 am from Madrid to Biarritz, then have a reservation on Express Bouricott to take me to St Jean Pied de Port.
I arrive in SJPdP before 11:00 am, but the place where I am staying does not do check in until the afternoon. No biggie. This gives me plenty of time to visit the Pilgrim Office for a stamp on my Credencial and then off to renew my acquaintance with SJPdP. I'll get in some good walking time, eat a nice lunch, visit a charcuterie to pick up part of the next day's walking snacks, browse through the outdoor shop, make a nuisance of myself at one of the boulangeries (probably the one from last year where I got to observe some bread making in progress), maybe even meet up with a Forum member or two -- if I can spot any Forum badges.
Then when I check into Gite Makila, I will unpack everything into my pack liner. Clothes which need a quick cleaning will get cleaned. I will go through my check list again as I repack for the hike to Roncesvalles the next morning on the the 18th. This way I have an opportunity to spot anything I may have missed packing at home. My water reservoir, which is ready to go, will be filled about half full and the water tube put into place. This gives me a chance to verify all connections for potential wear and leaks for the third time since packing for the trip. I will make sure the quick disconnect port, which is used for refilling, is also functioning properly.
Then I will put together my trekking poles and adjust them to the markings I have scratched into each adjustable section on the shafts. When the sections are locked down, I'll test them to make sure they will not collapse or slowly lose their length when weight is put onto them.
Then I'll lay down and rest a bit. I won't usually be able to nap, but I find that just a nice relaxing and meditative lay down is very refreshing. In late afternoon, I will head back out to stop back by the outdoor shop and pick up an Opinel #6 knife. If I found that I had left out an essential item while packing at home, the shop may have what I need as a replacement.
After that, more walking, hydration ( KAS and Fanta, yeah), snacking, exploring, and chatting up a few other pilgrims.I like to spend a lot of time walking and wandering around, sitting on benches and watching people. Since I am bringing a new GoPro, I'll probably get some video with it.
I will also spend time beginning a process of focusing my spiritual mindset and attitudes toward the Camino to come.
I'll also be looking and deciding on which eatery I will go to for dinner. Maybe even become part of a small group of other pilgrims that will meet for dinner. Who knows. At some point about an hour or so before dinner, I'll head back to my room and call home, which is 8 hours behind local time. I can use the wifi to check for any messages that need attention, then shut off the active phone stuff. I'll spend some time reading the downloaded New Testament App on the iPhone. I want to wind down and relax some before dinner.
Last year, dinner ended around 8:00 pm and my son and I enjoyed walking around the darkened streets which were much quieter now that most tourists and locals were inside for the night. I'll do the same this year, because I want to be nice and relaxed for a good night's rest. Again, if I think I am too wound up, I'll take an OTC sleep aid. Once back in the room, I'll make sure everything is ready to go for the morning. I'll position snacks in the waist belt pockets and a side pocket.
Then it's just a matter of dropping off to sleep. I won't need to set an alarm. . . . my bladder is great at making sure I am up come early morningWhen I dress and brush my teeth, all I need to do is tuck my small toilet kit into a side pocket, grab my pack, and head out the door.
Yup... the post is long winded. But you can use it to induce sleepiness if you have a hard time getting to sleep while adjusting to you jet lag
That was another great post Davebugg. Thank you so much for taking all that time to make it. You must get very in the zone when you write such posts, they are very detailed and lucid. I shall read both of them again later as the nerves are starting to compete with the excitement. I got a lot of practical information out of what you had put as well as the rather calming effect that stepping through your day had on me. I liked the idea of taking time out to let the hydration happen. That's a good tip and not one I'd thought about before. Some sort of clothes rinser at Roncevalles sounds useful. I expect day 1 to be a long sweaty day and I have definitely planned in a clothes wash. And food trucks? What a bonus that will be. I didn't expect there to be any food after Orrison. Thank you too for the the heads up regarding the writing of Max Lucado. I think I need some of that on my e-reader to sit alongside my volume of Meditations by Marcus Aurelius. As it must be getting close to the point where you leave home, I wish you well in your journey to SJPP and Buen Camino from that point onwards.
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