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I recall my first Camino from St Jean in April 2008...there was snow....I did not have the luxury of a hotel room in Roncesvalles I collapsed in the albergue there.....regretting I did not break in Orrisson!!! The Camino gets better and better from now.....buen caminoGood morning from the camino! I left SJPDP at 5am yesterday in the darkness knowing that my pace would be slow climbing up the mountain. It was a beautiful start and I was able to get about a third of the way before the sun began to rise over the mountains littered with sheep, cows, and horses. Truly a beautiful site! I had heard the first stage was difficult that is why I left so early trying to get in as much as I could before the heat of the day as the forecast was for 90 degrees (I guess I should have left the warmer clothes at home). I do have to say as the day went on my body just started to scream at me more snd more. It truly is VERY DIFFICULT for older legs and hips like mine. Slowly the younger people I met the night before in our Hostel would pass on by, o to be young againHonestly I had thought many times there is no way I willing make it to Roncesvalles. Totally exhausted in the need of food and water I arrived wobbly legged and in burning pain at 3pm ,45,807 steps behind me, I went right to the Roncesvalles Hotel and got a private room to pass out in. I am going to stay here again tonight as it’s hard to walk at this point. In reflection the day brought both beauty and pain with both feelings of joy and doubt. Wow what a day!
.... I am going to stay here again tonight as it’s hard to walk at this point. In reflection the day brought both beauty and pain with both feelings of joy and doubt. Wow what a day!
Thanks I appreciate the input. I have been stretching all day and taking small walks. Lots of voltarin as wellGreat first day indeed!
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Words do not do the sunrise on the Pyrenees justice, I would say its all down hill from there, but it's not, enjoy the journey, I start in Irun on June 4th, hoping to get to Santiago 5 weeks later,Good morning from the camino! I left SJPDP at 5am yesterday in the darkness knowing that my pace would be slow climbing up the mountain. It was a beautiful start and I was able to get about a third of the way before the sun began to rise over the mountains littered with sheep, cows, and horses. Truly a beautiful site! I had heard the first stage was difficult that is why I left so early trying to get in as much as I could before the heat of the day as the forecast was for 90 degrees (I guess I should have left the warmer clothes at home). I do have to say as the day went on my body just started to scream at me more snd more. It truly is VERY DIFFICULT for older legs and hips like mine. Slowly the younger people I met the night before in our Hostel would pass on by, o to be young againHonestly I had thought many times there is no way I willing make it to Roncesvalles. Totally exhausted in the need of food and water I arrived wobbly legged and in burning pain at 3pm ,45,807 steps behind me, I went right to the Roncesvalles Hotel and got a private room to pass out in. I am going to stay here again tonight as it’s hard to walk at this point. In reflection the day brought both beauty and pain with both feelings of joy and doubt. Wow what a day!
Good morning from the camino! I left SJPDP at 5am yesterday in the darkness knowing that my pace would be slow climbing up the mountain. It was a beautiful start and I was able to get about a third of the way before the sun began to rise over the mountains littered with sheep, cows, and horses. Truly a beautiful site! I had heard the first stage was difficult that is why I left so early trying to get in as much as I could before the heat of the day as the forecast was for 90 degrees (I guess I should have left the warmer clothes at home). I do have to say as the day went on my body just started to scream at me more snd more. It truly is VERY DIFFICULT for older legs and hips like mine. Slowly the younger people I met the night before in our Hostel would pass on by, o to be young againHonestly I had thought many times there is no way I willing make it to Roncesvalles. Totally exhausted in the need of food and water I arrived wobbly legged and in burning pain at 3pm ,45,807 steps behind me, I went right to the Roncesvalles Hotel and got a private room to pass out in. I am going to stay here again tonight as it’s hard to walk at this point. In reflection the day brought both beauty and pain with both feelings of joy and doubt. Wow what a day!
Buen CaminoWords do not do the sunrise on the Pyrenees justice, I would say its all down hill from there, but it's not, enjoy the journey, I start in Irun on June 4th, hoping to get to Santiago 5 weeks later,
Buen camino
Buen Camino! Enjoy your journey and be kind to yourself.Good morning from the camino! I left SJPDP at 5am yesterday in the darkness knowing that my pace would be slow climbing up the mountain. It was a beautiful start and I was able to get about a third of the way before the sun began to rise over the mountains littered with sheep, cows, and horses. Truly a beautiful site! I had heard the first stage was difficult that is why I left so early trying to get in as much as I could before the heat of the day as the forecast was for 90 degrees (I guess I should have left the warmer clothes at home). I do have to say as the day went on my body just started to scream at me more snd more. It truly is VERY DIFFICULT for older legs and hips like mine. Slowly the younger people I met the night before in our Hostel would pass on by, o to be young againHonestly I had thought many times there is no way I willing make it to Roncesvalles. Totally exhausted in the need of food and water I arrived wobbly legged and in burning pain at 3pm ,45,807 steps behind me, I went right to the Roncesvalles Hotel and got a private room to pass out in. I am going to stay here again tonight as it’s hard to walk at this point. In reflection the day brought both beauty and pain with both feelings of joy and doubt. Wow what a day!
Best and fast recovery @4RJN . Take care.Buen camino.Good morning from the camino! I left SJPDP at 5am yesterday in the darkness knowing that my pace would be slow climbing up the mountain. It was a beautiful start and I was able to get about a third of the way before the sun began to rise over the mountains littered with sheep, cows, and horses. Truly a beautiful site! I had heard the first stage was difficult that is why I left so early trying to get in as much as I could before the heat of the day as the forecast was for 90 degrees (I guess I should have left the warmer clothes at home). I do have to say as the day went on my body just started to scream at me more snd more. It truly is VERY DIFFICULT for older legs and hips like mine. Slowly the younger people I met the night before in our Hostel would pass on by, o to be young againHonestly I had thought many times there is no way I willing make it to Roncesvalles. Totally exhausted in the need of food and water I arrived wobbly legged and in burning pain at 3pm ,45,807 steps behind me, I went right to the Roncesvalles Hotel and got a private room to pass out in. I am going to stay here again tonight as it’s hard to walk at this point. In reflection the day brought both beauty and pain with both feelings of joy and doubt. Wow what a day!
Your photograph of the sunrise is absolutely beautiful!! Thanks so much! We will be starting our hike in mid September and are walking the low way...Our legs are likely older than yours! So, I feel better about taking the low way after hearing your story. I hope you are feeling better today! Take good care!Good morning from the camino! I left SJPDP at 5am yesterday in the darkness knowing that my pace would be slow climbing up the mountain. It was a beautiful start and I was able to get about a third of the way before the sun began to rise over the mountains littered with sheep, cows, and horses. Truly a beautiful site! I had heard the first stage was difficult that is why I left so early trying to get in as much as I could before the heat of the day as the forecast was for 90 degrees (I guess I should have left the warmer clothes at home). I do have to say as the day went on my body just started to scream at me more snd more. It truly is VERY DIFFICULT for older legs and hips like mine. Slowly the younger people I met the night before in our Hostel would pass on by, o to be young againHonestly I had thought many times there is no way I willing make it to Roncesvalles. Totally exhausted in the need of food and water I arrived wobbly legged and in burning pain at 3pm ,45,807 steps behind me, I went right to the Roncesvalles Hotel and got a private room to pass out in. I am going to stay here again tonight as it’s hard to walk at this point. In reflection the day brought both beauty and pain with both feelings of joy and doubt. Wow what a day!
Hi, love your picture of the early mist, I'm a bit of a camera geek, so I played around with it, hope you don't mindGood morning from the camino! I left SJPDP at 5am yesterday in the darkness knowing that my pace would be slow climbing up the mountain. It was a beautiful start and I was able to get about a third of the way before the sun began to rise over the mountains littered with sheep, cows, and horses. Truly a beautiful site! I had heard the first stage was difficult that is why I left so early trying to get in as much as I could before the heat of the day as the forecast was for 90 degrees (I guess I should have left the warmer clothes at home). I do have to say as the day went on my body just started to scream at me more snd more. It truly is VERY DIFFICULT for older legs and hips like mine. Slowly the younger people I met the night before in our Hostel would pass on by, o to be young againHonestly I had thought many times there is no way I willing make it to Roncesvalles. Totally exhausted in the need of food and water I arrived wobbly legged and in burning pain at 3pm ,45,807 steps behind me, I went right to the Roncesvalles Hotel and got a private room to pass out in. I am going to stay here again tonight as it’s hard to walk at this point. In reflection the day brought both beauty and pain with both feelings of joy and doubt. Wow what a day!
Hey dimdog, I really love your picture also. But I think you replied to 4RJN's thread by mistake. The pic you photoshopped is the one that Roland49 posted in August 2019 (O Cebreiro).Hi, love your picture of the early mist, I'm a bit of a camera geek, so I played around with it, hope you don't mind
Doh......its been a long dayHey dimdog, I really love your picture also. But I think you replied to 4RJN's thread by mistake. The pic you photoshopped is the one that Roland49 posted in August 2019 (O Cebreiro).
If you fancy sunrises, don’t miss the opportunity to witness one leaving early from Castrojeriz.. pretty steep path uphill, but it is worth the effort… It was a beautiful start and I was able to get about a third of the way before the sun began to rise over the mountains littered with sheep, cows, and horses.
Fair play to you to make it in one day, a great achievement, photos magnificent. The toughest day is now behind you! Lots of stretching/gentle exercises after each days walk will be great help. Would also recommend early morning starts to avoid the heat of the day.Good morning from the camino! I left SJPDP at 5am yesterday in the darkness knowing that my pace would be slow climbing up the mountain. It was a beautiful start and I was able to get about a third of the way before the sun began to rise over the mountains littered with sheep, cows, and horses. Truly a beautiful site! I had heard the first stage was difficult that is why I left so early trying to get in as much as I could before the heat of the day as the forecast was for 90 degrees (I guess I should have left the warmer clothes at home). I do have to say as the day went on my body just started to scream at me more snd more. It truly is VERY DIFFICULT for older legs and hips like mine. Slowly the younger people I met the night before in our Hostel would pass on by, o to be young againHonestly I had thought many times there is no way I willing make it to Roncesvalles. Totally exhausted in the need of food and water I arrived wobbly legged and in burning pain at 3pm ,45,807 steps behind me, I went right to the Roncesvalles Hotel and got a private room to pass out in. I am going to stay here again tonight as it’s hard to walk at this point. In reflection the day brought both beauty and pain with both feelings of joy and doubt. Wow what a day!
But Zubiri is a beautiful little town...in fact, one of my favorites!Thank you for your honest account. It seems that to frequently I read “that anyone can easily go all the way to Roncesvalles in one day.” There is not anything easy about what you accomplished, for most people. For me on all my crossings I have stayed at Orisson and still was tired when I arrived at Roncevalles. Giving your body rest is the smart thing to do. The day to Zubiri is no cake walk. Buen Camino!!!
That was a memorable account of an extraordinary day. Hats off to your spirit and determination! Buen Camino.…. In reflection the day brought both beauty and pain with both feelings of joy and doubt. Wow what a day!
Thanks I appreciate the input. I have been stretching all day and taking small walks. Lots of voltarin as well
Terrific photos! One step at a time Buen Camino!Good morning from the camino! I left SJPDP at 5am yesterday in the darkness knowing that my pace would be slow climbing up the mountain. It was a beautiful start and I was able to get about a third of the way before the sun began to rise over the mountains littered with sheep, cows, and horses. Truly a beautiful site! I had heard the first stage was difficult that is why I left so early trying to get in as much as I could before the heat of the day as the forecast was for 90 degrees (I guess I should have left the warmer clothes at home). I do have to say as the day went on my body just started to scream at me more snd more. It truly is VERY DIFFICULT for older legs and hips like mine. Slowly the younger people I met the night before in our Hostel would pass on by, o to be young againHonestly I had thought many times there is no way I willing make it to Roncesvalles. Totally exhausted in the need of food and water I arrived wobbly legged and in burning pain at 3pm ,45,807 steps behind me, I went right to the Roncesvalles Hotel and got a private room to pass out in. I am going to stay here again tonight as it’s hard to walk at this point. In reflection the day brought both beauty and pain with both feelings of joy and doubt. Wow what a day!
That's great - the pain will lessen as you learn to listen to your body - I know, it was certainly part of the whole camino experience. Enjoy the opportunities presented; it is a wonderful feeling. Buen CaminoI made it to Pamplona! Feeling better but far from great. It’s funny how even the younger people seem to be hurting! The weather has been great so far but looks like rain is on the horizon.
So how was the descent into Zubiri? I was hoping for a photo.I made it to Pamplona! Feeling better but far from great. It’s funny how even the younger people seem to be hurting! The weather has been great so far but looks like rain is on the horizon.
Well done!! Have a good rest and enjoy the rest of your Camino..Good morning from the camino! I left SJPDP at 5am yesterday in the darkness knowing that my pace would be slow climbing up the mountain. It was a beautiful start and I was able to get about a third of the way before the sun began to rise over the mountains littered with sheep, cows, and horses. Truly a beautiful site! I had heard the first stage was difficult that is why I left so early trying to get in as much as I could before the heat of the day as the forecast was for 90 degrees (I guess I should have left the warmer clothes at home). I do have to say as the day went on my body just started to scream at me more snd more. It truly is VERY DIFFICULT for older legs and hips like mine. Slowly the younger people I met the night before in our Hostel would pass on by, o to be young againHonestly I had thought many times there is no way I willing make it to Roncesvalles. Totally exhausted in the need of food and water I arrived wobbly legged and in burning pain at 3pm ,45,807 steps behind me, I went right to the Roncesvalles Hotel and got a private room to pass out in. I am going to stay here again tonight as it’s hard to walk at this point. In reflection the day brought both beauty and pain with both feelings of joy and doubt. Wow what a day!
I made it to Pamplona! Feeling better but far from great. It’s funny how even the younger people seem to be hurting! The weather has been great so far but looks like rain is on the horizon.
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