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Thank you so much for your reply
And yes, you are right about the money
And I could add materialism and the celebrity culture to that!
"Need! Vs "Want"
I think that this is one of the reasons that so many love walking the Camino ..a simpler existence for a time and carrying everything that they need in one bag!
Interestingly, I heard recently that the number of people entering contemplative religious orders has greatly increased in the last few years.
I hope that yourself and your family will enjoy the Picos now for a time.
A beautiful place indeed
We hiked there a few years ago around a long circuit including Vega de Ario and Cain..some hard walking but not sure if we could still manage it now.
And who knows, you just might make a bob or two with the book!!
And why not!
All the best
Annette
Maybe so, NP, but you ARE on this "camino" forum!☺That sounds fun, don't worry I'm not much to do with the Camino either, for me all paths are the same.
Have you tried? You may be suprised, Buddha loves the high up view and is often looking for mice in the verge.But she would absolutely NOT ride on a donkey
Only because I want to help pilgrims and keep it real. I think I originally signed up when I saw a post by someone discouraging campers by stating laws etc. I can't stand it when people without the experience make claims that affects a potential pilgrims choices and adventures.Maybe so, NP, but you ARE on this "camino" forum!☺
Took the words right from my mouth, I'll be doing a lot of exploring of my new local area and I'll be more than happy to continue the thread with our adventures. I'm also going to offer a couple of rooms for special pilgrims if my friend agrees and home cooked dinner for everyone to eat togther. Plus the opportunity for pilgrims to camp under the stars during the summer. Eating round a camp fire etc. Not the place however for the pilgrim that just wants to treat it like an albergue.All of you commenting on NP's thread echo my own thoughts and sentiments! This has become its own little community. Maybe NP can keep us informed even after he gets to the new house. I'd love to hear about his sheparding experiences once he gets his training!
Hi Nomad, I am captivated by your experiences and I am so glad that I opened up this thread. I am impressed with your journey and your experiences as I safely sit here in my warm office, wondering about other possibilities in life. Thank you so much for posting and for including the pictures. I send you and your lovely crew safe travels and ample food. From the posts that I have read, it looks like many of us are living our lives through yours right now.
I remember Banff very well, looking at that big mountain from the end of the street was an eye opener. Jasper we stayed at as well, can't remember it too well but I remember stopping at the town where Rambo was filmed.Yes, I love Canada, too. Banff and Jasper national parks rival anywhere else on earth as far as "I" can tell. Quebec and Nova Scotia are nice...but oh, those Rockies!
It's amazing how you manage to answer all and everybody
You seems to be very disciplined and honest around that .... and the animals of course ... order seems to reign in your kingdom
VERY happy to hear you'll continue talking with us - and imo you'll have much more attention & communication on the net - hence reach many more people, than if just writing a book.
Writing a book these days, seems something everybody judge themselves capable of doing - and so they do.
BUT - exactly because of that, few will buy it - and the income is almost non-existing.
Not to discourage you, but so long you find the time and interest in telling & conversing on the net, we all (including yourself) will have much more to gain..... and I think you like being in contact
You said in a comment that you're autistic ...... having seen your language skills it seems very hard to believe.
Can I ask: how many languages do you speak ??
and, you're originally from an English speaking country, aren't you ??
We sure are very privileged to have you here View attachment 51515
Have an interesting day - you're on the right track (as always)
Best from anivid
I love your offer to future pilgrims. You embody the spirit of giving. Lovely to hear in these days of selfishness and mistrust.
Finally a photo of you, NP. I was asking myself when will we going to see who's posting about such interesting journey.
That's EXACTLY what my nephew said when he was travelling and working in South AmericaIn my experience the people with the least give the most, I have nothing, so appreciate so much more the little things. If only I could describe how amazing it is to now have a real house to live in, electricity and hot water on demand is a luxury for me I've not had in years.
walah i thought ur pure blooded american hahahaI do that too, but I'm Italian, French and German ☺
good that i have read this late, i know very well your alive & kickingIf you never hear from me again
such a very courageous manJust take a sharp knife and be prepared to cut your arm off like James Franco in that movie
eh where is the kittyView attachment 51309
Its very difficult to get them to all line up like that and stay.
I’m delighted you all got there, I’ve been thinking of you this past couple of days and was hoping the weather was being kind to you as i was here weltering in Australian heat. We need to find a way to share the weather!Bar....bar.....bar...bar... Cross the Rio Cabra and within half a kilometer I remember why I loved living in Asturias so much. Siderias.
I MADE IT!!!!
Just about an hour ago we finally reached the house, in fact we almost walked past it. I've never seen it before so it was only my memory of google earth that made me realise it wasn't someone else's house.
Today we left the albergue of Serdio at 9am after hiding there for two nights... Bit pointless in the end after the day the nomad pack has had.
I've never been blown over before but it happened today. Dunno what god was up to, but he must have thought it would be funny to make my last day the hardest. I've struggled to walk in a straight line throughout the second half of the day, the wind just kept wacking us hard and then came the rain. And hailstone's that ###king hurt big time when you get hit in the face. Vannii was walking along with her eyes closed, Baissier was doing her best to stay underneath Vannii, Puppy also walked along with his eyes closed or his head sideways, Nomad didn't seem to care and spent his day trying to open puppy's backpack to get the dog cookies. Buddha was as usual the only one warm and dry under the plastic and seemed unaware of the struggles the rest of us walkers were going through.
Well, yeah it was windy and rainy but still nothing I can consider a challenge. That will come in a couple of weeks when we go to play in the snow high up in the Pico's.
I'm a little drunk as I write this, my friend had obviously forgotten to drink up all the cider stored here, well he'd drunk all but one bottle and as I can't get the water working right now the cider took it's place. And its having the intended affects. We got the fire going so doggies are dry now, or at least warm. The donkeys have a garden of long grass and a roof next to the house to hide under from the weather which is awesome as at my other house I had to bring them inside.
I've just eaten a big boccadillio with cheese, chorizo, tuna and more cheese and the rest of the Spanish omelette I was given a few days ago. And now finishing the bottle of cider.
Listening to medieval music on the radio and I think that I will sleep most of the day tomorrow.
Puppy has just removed baissier from her place next to the fire by doing his typical manoeuvre of just sitting on her. I do love how the mastine's behaviour is so much more dominant like a wolf, but I'm the boss and baissier has been with me through everything before the rest of the pack came along so I gave the spot back to her.
I'll reply to the messages here then probably pass out. Buddha is very happy, He got his gravy cat pate for dinner which he loves so much, I've been saving it for him as it always gives him squirty poo and I didn't want him doing it on the donkey. He knew it was there the whole travel and has continually tried to get at it, but only have I given him cookies or real meat I'm eating. Ahhh I love the cider, actually has taste unlike the barely tolerable beer I put up with, and I won't even mention how horrible wine tastes.
Asturias thank you for welcoming me back!
Yaying, I think kitty hides under the plastic tarp. He's no dummy...what's wrong with the rest of them?eh where is the kitty
Exactly, Buddha is the only one to stay dry 24/7Yaying, I think kitty hides under the plastic tarp. He's no dummy...what's wrong with the rest of them?
I hope you mean James Franco... Think I'd just let the poison do its worksuch a very courageous man
Thank youI’m delighted you all got there, I’ve been thinking of you this past couple of days and was hoping the weather was being kind to you as i was here weltering in Australian heat. We need to find a way to share the weather!
I’ve loved your stories NP and wish you and the pack the very best in this new adventure.
The donkeys are very little responsibility, its the dogs and Buddha that need the most looking after, thank you for following our journey.Thank you so much for your posts.
I have really enjoyed them.
My husband always joked that he wanted a donkey on our Caminos. I’m not so sure now. Although we have been with animals all our working and home lives, I don’t think I want that responsibility while walking.
Thanks again
Seems like many are reading this late, but thank you anyway and a bigger thank you to those who have been with me from the start, its been a joy to share this and to show that the Camino isn't all about albergues and set stages.good that i have read this late, i know very well your alive & kicking
Thank you, its nice to know other people are thinking of me during the wet nights. I'll certainly write up the whole trip and post it once I get to the house. The only reason I'm taking the photos is for everyone here to see a different way. Im having to use the tablet camera as the go pro has no memory and I forgot to get a new card. Plus transferring etc just to post uses so much battery. But I promise loads of photos and videos of us all in the Pico's this spring
laineylainey,
Again...you're spot on
We're the nosiness people in the world
My daughters go mad at me.....
Questions, questions ...stop asking people so many questions
However I do think also that's it's because we are actually interested in other people and where they come from etc etc
Then again....it might be just plain nosiness!!!
We went for a long walk today and every time I thought about this thread ...the storytelling and the animals, my face just lit up with a big smile ....
I've actually forwarded it to some family and friends ....
It's just too good to keep to ourselves!!!
Annette your posts are inspiring me more and more to seriously try writing a book. I'm so glad my journey is creating happiness for others, its motivating me a lot through all this rain and makes the hardships worth it. Thank you
That would be great Nomad Pack,
And the posts from others are saying the same thing
It's said that there's a book in everyone!!
Yes, do write your book. such an imressive and entertaining story you tell! And so many delightful photos! It is a pleasure following you on your pilgrimage!
Looks like the donkeys are having the last word... well done to them!View attachment 51545
A well deserved rest
Hi Nomad, If you were in the southern end of the Island, I wonder if you were eating down at Fisherman's Wharf and had some of Barb's famous "Barb's Fish'n Chips!! It is seagull heaven! I'll raise a bowl of tartare sauce in memory of the one that was stolen from you!Vancouver island? Is that where your from? I was only 13 but I remember the big food market and the seagulls dive bombing everyone walking out the doors. One landed on my head and stole my tartare sauce. Dunno why he didn't take the fish or chips. Must have had that from someone else. I watched memorized as half the people walking out the doors lost their food to the seagulls. I also done the typical tourist whale watching and was lucky enough to see Free Willy's brothers plus loads of minky wales. I traveled through Alberta and BC. Most beautiful, the Rockies just take the breath away and I'm sorry Pico's de Europa but your nothing compared to scenery Canada offers.
Thank you for following my journey, I'm glad I've made others happy.
Much love for Canada
Hi Chris (we're hijacking your thread for a sec Nomad). I am starting north of Lisbon on May 2nd. I'm going to PM you. I don't have a set itinerary, other than getting to Muxia this time. Maybe we'll run into each other!@AndreaCT, I see you will be on the Portuguese in May. I start out of Porto on May 2nd. When do you go?
Full grown, will Nomad be taller than his mum? He looks pretty big already?View attachment 51545
A well deserved rest
LaineylaineyYes, Nomad you, for me, you have breathed some fresh air into the forum with your journey and simple way of sharing the true meaning of companionship and travel with your posts and photos. It has never felt as though you were trying to impress us with any tale of bad weather or misfortune. The contrary, you were always grateful, it seemed to me, for whatever shelter after a day walking In heaving rain, whatever food you either had brought or were given/bought, and your care and love of your animals. And your humour always shone through. It was a true pleasure to read your posts, thank you. For me, you rank up there with the best when it comes to true camino experience sharing, on a platform that sometimes seems ( again it only my experience, so no offence meant) a wee bit too "all about me".
I look forward perhaps to reading about a future journey you take.
God bless.
That sounds right, I was only 13 so just got the picture memories of all these seagulls sat on the roof above the sliding doors swooping down on anyone who came out. It was so funny.... And good for the fishmongers I bet with so many repeat customers.Hi Nomad, If you were in the southern end of the Island, I wonder if you were eating down at Fisherman's Wharf and had some of Barb's famous "Barb's Fish'n Chips!! It is seagull heaven! I'll raise a bowl of tartare sauce in memory of the one that was stolen from you!
Thank you so much for all your kind words, it makes me feel very good to know I've had a positive effect on others. To me this journey was a normal way of traveling and not really about the animals, so I've not really thought about how others might see it. If anything I just wanted to show people that the Camino isn't just about walking from one albergue to the next which IMO is how many people seem to take it, always worrying about getting their bed secured rather than just thinking of the walk. So many times I hear the conversations of pilgrims centered on where they're gonna sleep. If I was in charge I'd only have one albergue every 100km, then we would see who remains faithful to the pilgrimage. Its supposed to be hard but too many want it easy.Yes, Nomad you, for me, you have breathed some fresh air into the forum with your journey and simple way of sharing the true meaning of companionship and travel with your posts and photos. It has never felt as though you were trying to impress us with any tale of bad weather or misfortune. The contrary, you were always grateful, it seemed to me, for whatever shelter after a day walking In heaving rain, whatever food you either had brought or were given/bought, and your care and love of your animals. And your humour always shone through. It was a true pleasure to read your posts, thank you. For me, you rank up there with the best when it comes to true camino experience sharing, on a platform that sometimes seems ( again it only my experience, so no offence meant) a wee bit too "all about me".
I look forward perhaps to reading about a future journey you take.
God bless.
That's the big question, I hope so because then I can ride him. His dad was around Vannii's size, maybe a little smaller. I expect he will be a bit taller and being macho he will certainly be stronger. He's growing quickly, he's still drinking milk which can only be a bonus, I didn't realise vannii would keep producing so long but she still has plenty everyday which nomad sucks up 5-6 times daily.Full grown, will Nomad be taller than his mum? He looks pretty big already?
Yes, but perhaps also each person who walks a Camino or any path needs to do it their way, no matter how easy or hard? Although your path sounds to me a true pilgrim path and you have inspired me with your story, I am one of those who looks for a bit of certainity and safety on my own journey whilst admiring those who don't.Thank you so much for all your kind words, it makes me feel very good to know I've had a positive effect on others. To me this journey was a normal way of traveling and not really about the animals, so I've not really thought about how others might see it. If anything I just wanted to show people that the Camino isn't just about walking from one albergue to the next which IMO is how many people seem to take it, always worrying about getting their bed secured rather than just thinking of the walk. So many times I hear the conversations of pilgrims centered on where they're gonna sleep. If I was in charge I'd only have one albergue every 100km, then we would see who remains faithful to the pilgrimage. Its supposed to be hard but too many want it easy.
Yes, but perhaps also each person who walks a Camino or any path needs to do it their way, no matter how easy or hard? Although your path sounds to me a true pilgrim path and you have inspired me with your story, I am one of those who looks for a bit of certainity and safety on my own journey whilst admiring those who don't.
Isn't it wonderful that having different beliefs doesn't always stop us connecting with each other!
I finished in Santiago once and realised it was not the point at all for me, so since then it's never been my final destination.I understand what you mean and I respect peoples choices.... I just don't always agree.... And I'm certainly no true Pilgrim, didn't even bother going into Santiago, even though I've seen it from the distance several times.
that was the guy trap on a huge boulders right?I hope you mean James Franco... Think I'd just let the poison do its work
Yes, that's him!that was the guy trap on a huge boulders right?
Beautifully said laineylainey, I too look forward to future updates.Yes, Nomad you, for me, you have breathed some fresh air into the forum with your journey and simple way of sharing the true meaning of companionship and travel with your posts and photos. It has never felt as though you were trying to impress us with any tale of bad weather or misfortune. The contrary, you were always grateful, it seemed to me, for whatever shelter after a day walking In heaving rain, whatever food you either had brought or were given/bought, and your care and love of your animals. And your humour always shone through. It was a true pleasure to read your posts, thank you. For me, you rank up there with the best when it comes to true camino experience sharing, on a platform that sometimes seems ( again it only my experience, so no offence meant) a wee bit too "all about me".
I look forward perhaps to reading about a future journey you take.
God bless.
Exactly, there's only one final destination in this life and then some...I finished in Santiago once and realised it was not the point at all for me, so since then it's never been my final destination.
I'm surprised the tears didn't evaporate with what I hear Australia is going through right now...Beautifully said laineylainey, I too look forward to future updates.
Here I am with tears in my eyes, theres been a lot of love shared in this thread.
Thanks again Nomad and pack.
OK where to start.... First Nomad... I've taken him on a couple of excursions last autumn around the local mountains for a few days to get him introduced to the traveling pack, he very much enjoyed it and loved exploring and trying new things to eat. Its very natural for donkeys to walk long distances in search of food so I was never worried and Vannii is the best teacher he could have. I guess Vannii will stop producing milk eventually right? She's very healthy and has been getting her oats throughout the pregnancy and beyond to help keep her from loosing weight. The bad weather doesn't bother the donkeys much, they hide under a tree if it rains heavy but otherwise just continue eating and now they have a roof for cover. We went yesterday to get the dog cookies and nomad got to say hello to some smaller donkeys.Hola, Nomade Pack leader .... of what I know about breastfeeding, not much I admit, but nevertheless there is some old knowledge
As long as the foul (or whatever you call a donkey kid) is sucking, the milk will normally be running - so simple as that.
Is he coping well, the foul ?? - it's his first promenade, right ??
I'm impressed the donkeys don't protest to being left out it the (sometimes rude) weather in their leisure times.
It seems Asperger's doesn't exist anylonger - since 2013 it has been included in the notion of Autism - lol, but you knew that didn't you?
I fully understand you're preferring to write instead of talky-talky.
When writing one can THINK before & while communicating - with blablabla it's all noise, often unnecessary/unimportant noise - lolol
My grandfather walked through all Europe, as they did at that time when having finished their education as craftsmen - he had become a shoemaker (not only repair) - and went off all over Europe offering his services/looking for jobs.
That's actually your plan isn't it ?? - when having your herdsman education, you'll also go where fancy takes you, right ?? - maybe limited to Spain.
Which brings me to your passport - excuse me for meddling- but during recent years it has been a duty in EUR to have a passport - well you may be from Brexitland, and there I don't know.
If it doesn't include Spain today, it might ... sooner or later
A nice evening to all of you, .... we can learn a lot from the cat as for having a good time
The Germans have a saying: 'Mut verloren - Alles verloren' .... which is something like 'if loosing heart, you loose everything'.
In other words keep up the good mood, and it'll bring you through
Best from anivid
Haha, they did NG. So glad you didn’t lose your great sense of humour in that mad weather you and pack had to endure.I'm surprised the tears didn't evaporate with what I hear Australia is going through right now...
I'm looking at the snow in the mountains through the window but down here its just hailstones and wet. Big storm last night, donkeys escaped but I'll get into that soon. Only time I get a cold is when my partner gives one to me from travelling on the train. I know I'll get it from her but its difficult to resist lol.Hola NP;
Drinking his mother's milk when growing will make him stronger and more resistent.
Eventually he'll stop doing that - or Vannii will tell him to
Lots of snow in the Pyrenees - how's weather down there ??
I bet you, with your healthy lifestyle, never get a cold or flue right ??
Best from anivid
I mucked around on instagram with different combinations of your name and up came the pictures under thenomadpack. I’m not sure if that helps.OK dedicated nomad pack friend's, today's been its own adventure which I'll get to shortly, but first I need a favour. I made an Instagram account as so many people keep asking me for photo's but I hate Facebook.
Can someone please explain simply how I give people the www. address so people can go straight to my page and see all my photos. I've tried to figure it out but this social media stuff is very confusing to me. Thank you
As you’ve said earlier : ‘autistics are all different’ - meaning they are not alike even they all are tagged with the same label.I'm looking at the snow in the mountains through the window but down here its just hailstones and wet. Big storm last night, donkeys escaped but I'll get into that soon. Only time I get a cold is when my partner gives one to me from travelling on the train. I know I'll get it from her but its difficult to resist lol.
I looked into what you said about aspergers and the change they made in description's. Didn't know that, not sure I agree with it either, its very confusing as the spectrum is so broad that putting me next to an autistic like rain man is like comparing me to the donkey's. But thanks for the info.
That was simple, thank you
I'm very grateful, I know I'm now sort of using this as a blog rather than keeping it Camino related but it is really helping me, especially as I'm slipping in and out of depression on a daily basis since I've got here. Mainly in the evening after dark. Something that didn't happen once whilst I was walking. Its because quite honestly I feel very isolated and lonely even though I can't figure out the reason for it. I won't see my partner until June and then maybe longer. Or maybe not at all. She tells me I'm being too open and honest on here but that's because the positive feedback you guys have been giving me really is keeping me level. I may come across as supremely confident but its sort of a mask to hide how messed up I feel. Being autistic is very lonely, I feel like I'm an alien here on earth. So having some people who are interested in my life makes me feel a lot better. I'll probably question posting this later but I always have to be truthful even if I'm scared of what others may think. So again thank you, having some people following my journey means more to me than I can express.I love reading about your life
Hi NP,I'm very grateful, I know I'm now sort of using this as a blog rather than keeping it Camino related but it is really helping me, especially as I'm slipping in and out of depression on a daily basis since I've got here. Mainly in the evening after dark. Something that didn't happen once whilst I was walking. Its because quite honestly I feel very isolated and lonely even though I can't figure out the reason for it. I won't see my partner until June and then maybe longer. Or maybe not at all. She tells me I'm being too open and honest on here but that's because the positive feedback you guys have been giving me really is keeping me level. I may come across as supremely confident but its sort of a mask to hide how messed up I feel. Being autistic is very lonely, I feel like I'm an alien here on earth. So having some people who are interested in my life makes me feel a lot better. I'll probably question posting this later but I always have to be truthful even if I'm scared of what others may think. So again thank you, having some people following my journey means more to me than I can express.
I'm very grateful, I know I'm now sort of using this as a blog rather than keeping it Camino related but it is really helping me, especially as I'm slipping in and out of depression on a daily basis since I've got here. Mainly in the evening after dark. Something that didn't happen once whilst I was walking. Its because quite honestly I feel very isolated and lonely even though I can't figure out the reason for it. I won't see my partner until June and then maybe longer. Or maybe not at all. She tells me I'm being too open and honest on here but that's because the positive feedback you guys have been giving me really is keeping me level. I may come across as supremely confident but its sort of a mask to hide how messed up I feel. Being autistic is very lonely, I feel like I'm an alien here on earth. So having some people who are interested in my life makes me feel a lot better. I'll probably question posting this later but I always have to be truthful even if I'm scared of what others may think. So again thank you, having some people following my journey means more to me than I can express.
That would have been a worrying experience but it’s nice to know you have caring neighbors and you and the pack will likely become part of the community in no time.I'm very grateful, I know I'm now sort of using this as a blog rather than keeping it Camino related but it is really helping me, especially as I'm slipping in and out of depression on a daily basis since I've got here. Mainly in the evening after dark. Something that didn't happen once whilst I was walking. Its because quite honestly I feel very isolated and lonely even though I can't figure out the reason for it. I won't see my partner until June and then maybe longer. Or maybe not at all. She tells me I'm being too open and honest on here but that's because the positive feedback you guys have been giving me really is keeping me level. I may come across as supremely confident but its sort of a mask to hide how messed up I feel. Being autistic is very lonely, I feel like I'm an alien here on earth. So having some people who are interested in my life makes me feel a lot better. I'll probably question posting this later but I always have to be truthful even if I'm scared of what others may think. So again thank you, having some people following my journey means more to me than I can express.
Nomad pack, it is great that you know you are being heard. You are being very open and honest, and that seems to be helping you to keep on an even keel right now. I do not know if it is of any use for you to know that being human can be very lonely! And one more thing: a very kind person once said this to me, in the context of relationships: you do not have to say everything you think. It has saved me from myself on many occasions! He actually included that maybe it was a Scottish trait...but he was being funny. It will be good to hear how your new living situation unfolds. You certainly seem to have landed on a nice cushion for the present. Take care, and keep being kind to your animals, and to yourself.I'm very grateful, I know I'm now sort of using this as a blog rather than keeping it Camino related but it is really helping me, especially as I'm slipping in and out of depression on a daily basis since I've got here. Mainly in the evening after dark. Something that didn't happen once whilst I was walking. Its because quite honestly I feel very isolated and lonely even though I can't figure out the reason for it. I won't see my partner until June and then maybe longer. Or maybe not at all. She tells me I'm being too open and honest on here but that's because the positive feedback you guys have been giving me really is keeping me level. I may come across as supremely confident but its sort of a mask to hide how messed up I feel. Being autistic is very lonely, I feel like I'm an alien here on earth. So having some people who are interested in my life makes me feel a lot better. I'll probably question posting this later but I always have to be truthful even if I'm scared of what others may think. So again thank you, having some people following my journey means more to me than I can express.
Well forget about staying at the albergue in Llanes, for you are most welcome to stay here with me. I will have you a warm bed, a large feast and anything else you desire awaiting your arrival. PM me for my number and when your nearby I will come and find you with the donkeys.Hi NP I have been reading every word and delighting in your pack’s every step. I will be on the norte beginning end of march so I hope very much to meet you and your pack. Keep writing your stories. You are not only an inspirations but your writing is a great creative outlet it also helps you keep connected . You speak of depression and I want you to know that you are never truly alone because you have a forum family...we are with you. I hope to see you and the pack this spring . If you see a girl with a metal brace on her leg and she is dancing up a hill that would be me
Thank you, that means a lot me, especially as you must have more understanding of what things can be like for me. I totally get the devotion your daughter has to the dog, they always sense the changes in mood and the hidden problems that even the so called experts can miss. If your daughter ever wants somebody to talk with who gets it all, I can give you my email.That would have been a worrying experience but it’s nice to know you have caring neighbors and you and the pack will likely become part of the community in no time.
My daughter has Asperger and suffers other health problems since she was a baby, even with lots of people around she still lives a lonely isolated life, it’s not easy to be different in this world. She’s devoted to her little dog, animals are so much more accepting than humans.
My heart goes out to you NG, if it’s any comfort I think of you with love many times a day. I hope you keep writing for whatever reasons, I and many others enjoy your stories.
Oh thank you I will definately keep in touch.Well forget about staying at the albergue in Llanes, for you are most welcome to stay here with me. I will have you a warm bed, a large feast and anything else you desire awaiting your arrival. PM me for my number and when your nearby I will come and find you with the donkeys.
Thank you, I will try my best to keep it interestingHi NP, I have enjoyed reading the story of your journey and seeing photos of your beautiful animals. I had to smile seeing Buddha the cat hitch a ride the whole way looking very regal atop his carriage. Please keep the stories coming as I’m wanting to read more. Judy.
Yeah a donation sounds like a good idea, I did think of asking them just to buy some food at the supermarket as its close by but I would be very angry if someone turned up with coca cola and products with palm oil in them. I'm not into killing Orangutan's for oil and would probably have puppy chase them away for buying such poison. This is why I would be quite picky as to only allowing what I consider "respectful" pilgrims. Its my home I'm inviting them to after all and anyone who doesn't respect nature wouldn't be welcome. Not wanting to be an asshole but I find many people don't seem to care what happens in the world....Good morning. Sounds like a nice outing and I am sure for a short time you miss the pack but you will see them soon. As to charging a small fee. I tend to agree with you. This will help to alleviate and offset the cost of providing food and shelter for the many pilgrims who will undoubtedly visit you. Maybe instead of a set fee, asking for a donation could Be a better option. Giving back to the camino is a wonderful though I think we would love to share in your knowledges and experiences and break bread with you and the camino will give back to you also. Wish you a safe journey and good travel back home to the pack.
Sounds like a good idea and hopefully the pilgrims will be respectful and understanding with your personal space. Hope you find some some green space in SantanderYeah a donation sounds like a good idea, I did think of asking them just to buy some food at the supermarket as its close by but I would be very angry if someone turned up with coca cola and products with palm oil in them. I'm not into killing Orangutan's for oil and would probably have puppy chase them away for buying such poison. This is why I would be quite picky as to only allowing what I consider "respectful" pilgrims. Its my home I'm inviting them to after all and anyone who doesn't respect nature wouldn't be welcome. Not wanting to be an asshole but I find many people don't seem to care what happens in the world....
Plus I'm trying to think of the best way for pilgrims to contact me as I'm not putting directions to the house for everyone just to turn up. Its not an albergue after all, just for the lucky few to have a special experience.
Another note for anyone using the trains between Bilbao and Santander, the conductors are idiots and don't know where the trains go. My old house was next to the train track so I know exactly the times they go past yet the conductor is insisting I am wrong and has just been very rude to me because I told him he doesn't know what he's on about. Typical in Spain. I got a completely different opinion in Santander which was also wrong and they tried telling me to change somewhere. Its a single track going to Bilbao and has to pass my village as there is no other way. This would never happen in England but hey, I'll just do what I think and smile when he passes again.
I'm not looking forward to being in Santander tomorrow, I hate cities so if anyone knows of a quiet green place nearby the station please give me some directions
Ah well you and other pilgrims will get to stay in the main house with the bathroom and kitchen, I'm living in the smaller house on the other side of the courtyard with the dogs and only use the main one for the kitchen. So its no bother to me and its all very private, you will love the bedroom with the balcony and view of the mountains. I want people to have their privacy otherwise its no different than an albergue, I'll be cooking and then we can all eat together, but after that I have my pack to take care for the evening. Its an old house with a lot of character, the courtyard is enclosed on 3 sides so very private and in the garden you will find the donkeys during the evening. Buddha wanders around the village so depends on him if he's at the house but he's easy to find if you want to see him. Baissier will be around in the courtyard but Puppy remains closed or with me, he will tolerate someone's presence whilst I'm around but otherwise he will bark and show those big wolf teeth. Pilgrims can feel at home and be able to relax in peace. I'm still thinking about it, maybe pilgrims will prefer the albergue in llanes which is quite cool by the looks of the advertisements.Sounds like a good idea and hopefully the pilgrims will be respectful and understanding with your personal space. Hope you find some some green space in Santander
You are so kind thank you in advance. Your house sounds full of charm and most important love. You are so generous and the idea of the communal meal and spending time with you, the pack and other pilgrims sounds amazing. I’m considering bringing my new zpack tent on the Norte because I have knee injuries and I am a slow walker anyway so it’s no bother to me either, although I may not turn down a nice bed and bathroomAh well you and other pilgrims will get to stay in the main house with the bathroom and kitchen, I'm living in the smaller house on the other side of the courtyard with the dogs and only use the main one for the kitchen. So its no bother to me and its all very private, you will love the bedroom with the balcony and view of the mountains. I want people to have their privacy otherwise its no different than an albergue, I'll be cooking and then we can all eat together, but after that I have my pack to take care for the evening. Its an old house with a lot of character, the courtyard is enclosed on 3 sides so very private and in the garden you will find the donkeys during the evening. Buddha wanders around the village so depends on him if he's at the house but he's easy to find if you want to see him. Baissier will be around in the courtyard but Puppy remains closed or with me, he will tolerate someone's presence whilst I'm around but otherwise he will bark and show those big wolf teeth. Pilgrims can feel at home and be able to relax in peace. I'm still thinking about it, maybe pilgrims will prefer the albergue in llanes which is quite cool by the looks of the advertisements.
My partners two wheeled donkey... Waiting in Santander for the next train
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