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I wasn't planning to bring my cell phone but after thinking about more if the alburgues have free WiFi then it would be an easy way to keep my family up to date so they know I'm safe.
Why is it the Alburgues can provide free WiFi when so little is asked for a bed for the night, yet most places I have stayed in Australia (and paid premium room costs) charge by the hour?
By using a Spanish SIM card and by turning-off all email accounts except one with a "Camino-address", I limited accessibility to a very selected few. Messaging was very useful to keep in touch with fellow peregrinos and finally, my smartphone gave me peace of mind in the event of an emergency situation that thankfully never occurred.
RobertS26: I had a similar experience, as I would write to my wife and children for 15 or so minutes each evening and was often judged and even berated on one occasion.
It actually upset me that I had to justify and explain my private and personal situation. You see, I had no intention to walk the Camino, but my wife’s father walked it some 40-years ago or so and it was a dream of hers. Sadly, she was diagnosed with MS in 2005 and is unable to walk to this degree. Last year I made the decision to walk as her proxy and carry two shells on my pack in symbolism. More importantly, I write to her each evening after my walk and describe my day’s journey in full, so she can enjoy the journey vicariously through my words. Other than those moments, my phone is nicely tucked away and simply enjoying the ride. Having said all this, I have since become a fan of the Camino and promote it to anyone willing to listen. In fact I fly on the 14th of April and begin my walk on the 18th. Can’t wait!
Packinglight: I understand this in great depth! Internal and external peace, are essential for me. I’m always willing to stop and say hello and chat, but I seek quiet peace at every opportunity. So please don’t confuse my quiet recluse moments as a poor lost soul, or that I’m rude. I’m just enjoying my inner peace and reflecting on how brilliant life is.
I had a similar experience, as I would write to my wife and children for 15 or so minutes each evening and was often judged and even berated on one occasion. It actually upset me that I had to justify and explain my private and personal situation.
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