Day 39: Chemin Vert - Saint-Sever

Distance: 31k (925/918)
Weather: 25C, foggy then sunny
Mood: A bit flat and tired
Blisters: 0
Staying at: Refuge Municipal

The halfway point

What was supposed to be a day of pride at being halfway, became a drag. The toe was bothering me and prevented me from wearing my magic sandals for too long, which means I have to wear my boots which make my feet feel hurt and tired at the end of the day. Somehow, I haven't quite learned to accept that things can change and control doesn't exist...
My big brother put it well when he messaged me to let go of all expectations and just walk, so I try and now and again there are glimmers of progress in that area.
Luckily my hard work of the day was rewarded when I saw an old friend in town. We drank wine, had pizza and laughed and soon the hardship of the day was forgotten...Read more