Our traditional Brazilian dinner was delicious but the best part was the introduction and explanation of the name, Albergue So Por Hoje, which means just for today in Portuguese. Our host had done the Camino in 2018 and decided at that time to come back and open the Albergue. Since everyday is a new adventure … Continue reading The beauty is back

After our amusing truck stop experience, the sun was on the rise and the diner lights were coming on. So after a quick breakfast we started off on the path that followed the highway most of the morning. After one short detour through a small town, we were back next to the highway. After about … Continue reading Moving on from the Meseta

Our zero day in Leon was slow and easy. We had breakfast in the apartment, planned our days from Sarria to Santiago, then headed out. The tour of the cathedral was spectacular. I know of nothing that compares to the stained glass; the placement and the stories behind it. Truly something more than ABC (another … Continue reading Rested and ready for the 12 days to Sarria.

The winds from the previous day had calmed, and the temp was the coldest we had experienced; 40 degrees. So having put on every layer we owned, we headed out to Mansilla de las Mulas, the last stop before Leon and our zero day of play. Even the trees were wearing knitted sweaters The mountains … Continue reading The March on Leon

Since Burgos we have settled back into the routine. Set the alarm based on when breakfast will be available. Get up and doctor the feet. Finish getting ready, grab a bite and start walking. If early enough, snack at the first town, eat lunch at the second, bought or improvised, and try to arrive between … Continue reading Day after day after…

Before I start the story of the day I wanted to share a photo of the entry into Castrojeriz. The spirits of the fortress above dating back the 11th century still stand guard over the much more modern 17th century cathedral below. After an early dinner and good nights rest we were on our way … Continue reading It just keeps getting better

After a great stay in Burgos we were ready to move forward. The rest must have worked as it was the first time in a while that our feet were pain free. One of the first interesting sights we came upon was the old gate to Burgos. If you have seen “The Way” , you … Continue reading Rested and restless….the Camino calls

Last night we had a farewell dinner with one of our original cohort group that all met early on in the Pyrenees. A truly remarkable lady who was a real inspiration. We also by chance met up with several others from the cohart group and were able to take a selfie before the group spreads … Continue reading Feelings refreshed in many ways

Our stay at La Hutte was everything we expected, providing us with many stories to tell at happy hour when we get home. Since most of our roommates had partied late into the night, we were the first out at the late hour of 8:00 am. Becky made the strategic decision to have breakfast before … Continue reading Sometimes you just have to stay positive

Belorado did not have a lot of personality so it was good to be back on the Camino early the next morning. We had planned a short 7 mile day but did not realize that the three small towns we would pass through would have no services. No mid morning coffee and snack today. In … Continue reading The short and the “rustic”