So yesterday we walked 26+ kilometers and today we did 20+ kilometers. I have had a few challenges that I had to deal with, which didn't help things. I found
out the hard way that my hiking shoes are not very good at breathing and is causing me heat rash and blisters. And it is so warm that we are staying on the coastal route. That is causing me to get wind burn and is slowing us down because we are having to walk against the wind. And this is also adding more kilometers to our total amount for the trek to Santiago de Compestella. And one more challenge, like we don't have enough already is my ankle is very swollen and sore. I don't know what is causing it, either.
Putting all of this aside, this is an awesome experience and I am so glad to be able to do it. And with my amazing husband who has been there through these challenges with me. I was ready to go back home yesterday and call it quits because of the sheer pain I was in and Kevin suggested that we stop at a Cafe, get some rest and some food for fuel to finish the day's walk to get to our bungalow. (The bungalow had a shower and a restaurant on site).
It is a struggle to want to continue on this journey when you are in a lot of pain.
Tomorrow we will be going to get better shoes that are breathable. For now I am wearing my Crocs and taking Ibuprofen.
I am hoping that things will get better soon as far as the blisters, heat rash and ankle pain.
We will be sharing more pics of our hike. The sights are beautiful along our way. I am so thankful to have such a great husband by my side on this journey. And all of the support from all of my friends and family. Thank you all so much for helping me through all the training and encouragement to make it.
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