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- Camino Francis (April 2015)
Hey All -- am going to get caught up on the updates today -- I will try to keep them short -- not sure if I am violating a Forum policy by adding to much -- let me know if they are too long -- thanks all --
7 April 2015 Ganon to Villafranco -- 28.3 kms -- Weather Perfect (again)
Started out early -- cool morning -- missed a turn -- had to backtrack, fortunately not far but did go uphill and then back down hill -- 16.5 kms in a little under 4 hours -- so pace was good -- Stopped in Belorado -- for lunch -- a slice of pizza, a beer, and a chance to charge up the Ipod for the finally push of the day -- another 11.5 to get to Villafranco -- next town after that is 12.5 kms away -- so no way I can get that far plus no place to stay.
Todays route was a lot of long dirt roads, surrounded by flat fields and unfortunately a lot of these routes paralleled the main road -- the loud trucks drowned out my Ipod -- yep -- another book, but not a Zombie book -- bummer -- but it keeps me going.
After I left Belorado, there were four towns until I got to my objective of the day (Villafranco) -- I figured at town number two I would take a break -- somewhere in my backpack I had an orange and thought that would be a great pick me up to get me to the end. Actually I thought a beer and an orange would be perfect, but when I got to the town of Vilambistia -- no cafe (that I could find). It did have a really cool courtyard like place to drop the pack, take off the boots and lay back and listen to my Ipod - oh - and eat my orange.
So I'm listening to my Ipod minding my own business and glance over to the park area where two gals are at and what do I see -- a Full Moon -- Yep -- a very interesting Full Moon -- I guess when you got to go you got to go -- I did not stare nor did I blush, but internal voice was laughing pretty hard. I wonder if this is part of the Camino Magic (sorry could not resist that one).
Arriving in Villafranco, I was actually feeling pretty good -- once again had no idea where I was going to stay and to tell you the truth I was pretty much socialized out from my last stay, so was hoping NOT to stay in the 10 euro Albergue -- As I entered town I stopped to look at one of the signs for a Pension -- a young gal walks by and ask if I am looking for a room -- and I said yes, but would like a single room -- she squared me away -- 20 euros, my own room, a shower and kitchen facility (no internet, but the cafe next door has internet and she gave me the password) -- overall perfect. Went to the local store, got some breakfast supplies and am looking forward to a great night's sleep. The name of the Pension was El Pagaro.
On today's hike I noticed for the first time a bunch of worms working their way across the gravel roads, searching for the sanctuary of the soft grass and dirt -- I mean these worms were like ideal fishing worms -- huge -- but I got the feeling these guys were a little slow -- sun coming up, speed of movement -- well, wormlike -- so watching these worms try to work their way to safety, I just had to acknowledge that they were destine to be worm jerky -- no way were they going to beat the Big Heat Tab in the Sky.
Walking along the dusty road, what do I see -- a snake -- not very big - but he was a bit upset that I stopped his movement (wanted a picture) -- first snake I have seen in years -- little guy, but had no clue what type, so did not mess with it (too much : ) ). A little bit later found another snake -- but looks like his luck ran out -- no head and too dried up to eat.
So tomorrow we will see where we end up -- If I push 36 km I can be back on track -- will just have to see how the dogs hold out - right arch is still sore-- taping it up helps out a lot -- so we will see.
Distance travel so far -- 250.6 km -- 155.7 miles -- Buen Camino
7 April 2015 Ganon to Villafranco -- 28.3 kms -- Weather Perfect (again)
Started out early -- cool morning -- missed a turn -- had to backtrack, fortunately not far but did go uphill and then back down hill -- 16.5 kms in a little under 4 hours -- so pace was good -- Stopped in Belorado -- for lunch -- a slice of pizza, a beer, and a chance to charge up the Ipod for the finally push of the day -- another 11.5 to get to Villafranco -- next town after that is 12.5 kms away -- so no way I can get that far plus no place to stay.
Todays route was a lot of long dirt roads, surrounded by flat fields and unfortunately a lot of these routes paralleled the main road -- the loud trucks drowned out my Ipod -- yep -- another book, but not a Zombie book -- bummer -- but it keeps me going.
After I left Belorado, there were four towns until I got to my objective of the day (Villafranco) -- I figured at town number two I would take a break -- somewhere in my backpack I had an orange and thought that would be a great pick me up to get me to the end. Actually I thought a beer and an orange would be perfect, but when I got to the town of Vilambistia -- no cafe (that I could find). It did have a really cool courtyard like place to drop the pack, take off the boots and lay back and listen to my Ipod - oh - and eat my orange.
So I'm listening to my Ipod minding my own business and glance over to the park area where two gals are at and what do I see -- a Full Moon -- Yep -- a very interesting Full Moon -- I guess when you got to go you got to go -- I did not stare nor did I blush, but internal voice was laughing pretty hard. I wonder if this is part of the Camino Magic (sorry could not resist that one).
Arriving in Villafranco, I was actually feeling pretty good -- once again had no idea where I was going to stay and to tell you the truth I was pretty much socialized out from my last stay, so was hoping NOT to stay in the 10 euro Albergue -- As I entered town I stopped to look at one of the signs for a Pension -- a young gal walks by and ask if I am looking for a room -- and I said yes, but would like a single room -- she squared me away -- 20 euros, my own room, a shower and kitchen facility (no internet, but the cafe next door has internet and she gave me the password) -- overall perfect. Went to the local store, got some breakfast supplies and am looking forward to a great night's sleep. The name of the Pension was El Pagaro.
On today's hike I noticed for the first time a bunch of worms working their way across the gravel roads, searching for the sanctuary of the soft grass and dirt -- I mean these worms were like ideal fishing worms -- huge -- but I got the feeling these guys were a little slow -- sun coming up, speed of movement -- well, wormlike -- so watching these worms try to work their way to safety, I just had to acknowledge that they were destine to be worm jerky -- no way were they going to beat the Big Heat Tab in the Sky.
Walking along the dusty road, what do I see -- a snake -- not very big - but he was a bit upset that I stopped his movement (wanted a picture) -- first snake I have seen in years -- little guy, but had no clue what type, so did not mess with it (too much : ) ). A little bit later found another snake -- but looks like his luck ran out -- no head and too dried up to eat.
So tomorrow we will see where we end up -- If I push 36 km I can be back on track -- will just have to see how the dogs hold out - right arch is still sore-- taping it up helps out a lot -- so we will see.
Distance travel so far -- 250.6 km -- 155.7 miles -- Buen Camino
