Walking Day 4
Here are some photos from the first four days of walking. The story that goes with each photo was accidentally deleted by some clumsy fingers and will be put back in again later.
L´Esprit du Chemin - Just before starting out we stayed at the auberge behind us. It is a great place, run by a Dutch couple who have walked the camino. Everyone staying there was Dutch. Some were biking the camino, two women were walking it alone! We got our pilgrim credtials stamped across the street.
Crossing the Pyrenees - Notice the snowcapped mountains in the background. This was our toughtest day, buat the views were spectacular. We walked over 15 miles and ate lunch at the base of this statue, Pic d´Orisson. We´ve seen a few Marian shrines along the route so far, so we know Mary is watching over us.
Day 2 walking was also difficult - downhill on shale. Rough on our knees, feet and thighs. Heck, hard on our whole body! We are offering all our sufferings for you, resident pilgrims!
Pilgrim Dinner Our Second Evening
We sat with people from Spain, France, Germany, Norway and Italy.
Crossing the bridge into Larrasoana. The hostel was full, so we had to look for a private "pension." But that guy wanted 65 euros for 3 people in a room - that´s almost $100! So we walked to the OTHER private pension and got some beds there.
Pilgrim´s Clothes Drying in Cizur Menor. This was a great set-up, and because it was a beautiful, sunny day (thanks to all your prayers!) we were able to do lots of laundry. The owner showed us how to tie our shoes to make them tighter for going downhill. Tom doctored up lots of blisters. We celebrated the Becker´s 35th anniversary tonight with a beer. Please say a Hail Mary in thanksgiving for the wonderful couple they are.
Approaching Cirquiqa where We Planned to Stay
Unfortunately there was no room in the inn, so we had to push on another 5 km. We stayed there, in Lorca, in one of the nicest albergues yet. Thank you, St. James!
L´Esprit du Chemin - Just before starting out we stayed at the auberge behind us. It is a great place, run by a Dutch couple who have walked the camino. Everyone staying there was Dutch. Some were biking the camino, two women were walking it alone! We got our pilgrim credtials stamped across the street.
Crossing the Pyrenees - Notice the snowcapped mountains in the background. This was our toughtest day, buat the views were spectacular. We walked over 15 miles and ate lunch at the base of this statue, Pic d´Orisson. We´ve seen a few Marian shrines along the route so far, so we know Mary is watching over us.
Day 2 walking was also difficult - downhill on shale. Rough on our knees, feet and thighs. Heck, hard on our whole body! We are offering all our sufferings for you, resident pilgrims!
Pilgrim Dinner Our Second Evening
We sat with people from Spain, France, Germany, Norway and Italy.
Crossing the bridge into Larrasoana. The hostel was full, so we had to look for a private "pension." But that guy wanted 65 euros for 3 people in a room - that´s almost $100! So we walked to the OTHER private pension and got some beds there.
Pilgrim´s Clothes Drying in Cizur Menor. This was a great set-up, and because it was a beautiful, sunny day (thanks to all your prayers!) we were able to do lots of laundry. The owner showed us how to tie our shoes to make them tighter for going downhill. Tom doctored up lots of blisters. We celebrated the Becker´s 35th anniversary tonight with a beer. Please say a Hail Mary in thanksgiving for the wonderful couple they are.
Approaching Cirquiqa where We Planned to Stay
Unfortunately there was no room in the inn, so we had to push on another 5 km. We stayed there, in Lorca, in one of the nicest albergues yet. Thank you, St. James!
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11 Comments:
Amazing pictures. Looks like the weather is good, hope it continues. Thinking of you every day.
Love,
Cory & Mindy
Pictures are awesome -probably no comparison to what you're actually seeing! Keeping up with you each day - even been doing my extra 1 mile :-)
The pictures are great! Gives an idea of what it takes to be a pilgrim! God bless you on your journey!
Corrine S.
Loved the laundry!! Have to show my husband...so he understands a little better why I'm being such a nag about "technical" fabrics...and NO cotton socks! I'm so happy for your weather, at least from these photos!!
Thanks again for sharing!
Karin
Colleen: I thought you were going to take the all-downhill route? You should fire your travel agent. We took the mini-van off-roading and over to the beach. I'm pretty sure the seats are supposed to rattle like that. The dog hardly got carsick at all. Hope our comments lighten your load - and we're praying for ya and stuff like that. Max's Mom
Hello friends and family.....Ruth and Tom, I love the pictures and your words. Prayers continue with much love for you all. After reading of your experiences I think the need for sacrifice on my part has increased.....the cross will be taken up on your behalf. love, julia
Mountain view was awesome. Thanks for taking the time to set up this blog and sharing your trip with us.
Keep the pics coming...they really help to travel with you in thought and prayer. Every day I meet you in the Eucharist!! God bless. ML
The pictures are beautiful. What an experience for you. You are in our prayers.
Don't trust that therapist he will get your knees hurting for sure. I am swimming the extra lap for all of you and extra prayers with it in the mornings. Thinking of you alot. Stay safe. Love, Casey
Happy Birthday Bill - hope you're enjoying your journey.
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