Up at 5:30, on the trail with headlamp and poncho at 6:30, luckily it did not do much more then sprinkle and then dissipate. Summited Alto de Perdon at 7:30 and let out a shout if pure joy that was heard back in the little village we started from (bringing much joy to those not yet started). I cannot describe the joy of overcoming yet another obstacle mother Camino threw at me!
As I walked I was talking to myself telling the Camino that she was not going to get the best of me. The one sided conversation got a little raw at times, but it drive me onwards.
The descent was terrible, with hard rains earlier this year washing out much of the trail and making the trail in worse shall then before - Many locals warning about it. Camino Ray and I took out sweet time descending and burnt some trail once we got level ground. Making it to Puente la Reina in time for early lunch, a Racione and Coca-Cola light for €4 which filled me... Where else can you get something so delicious, with a beverage, for around $4.50 US?
Crossed the pilgrim bridge in Puente ls Reina with joy and satisfaction and made tracks, enjoying the little things one does not normally notice. However Mother Camino had one more challenge at days end, a hard climb out of a valley. Upon summiting we choose to call it a day at a sweet little Albergue in Maneru.
Some interesting observations, Camino really makes you think about all the little details in your day, bathroom with toilet seats are a luxury along with soap and especially paper towels. All lights are on
Touch timers or motion activated. The afternoon breeze gets chilly and it does it quick, so you makes sure your warm clothes is the first on the lines to dry.
Camino is definitely an experience that transcends just walking, the Spanish people live and care for Peregrinos and guide you back to the Camino if you are lost, even if you intend on it. The best part of humanity is on display daily and even mother Camino, with her physical challenges, provides for the Peregrinos, not what they want, buy what they need.
Today's photo dump:
https://goo.gl/photos/1Pt38Tege578gkG66
Signing off for tonight,
Buen Camino!
Kevin
Another day passes. It sounds like it was a challenging one, but you found it in you to continue on and not let it stop you. You have me and the girls cheering you on all the way. You are doing great. We are so proud of you and your accomplishments. We miss you, but know that this was a calling for you that you had to pursue. We can't wait to hear about tomorrow's adventure as you continue on your journey. We love you very much.
ReplyDeleteYou are doing great. How about all the wind turbines. You will see many more. Had the skies been clear on Alto del Perdon you would realized that the turbines line the ridge as far as the eye can see. Buen casino. R & K
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