5/24 to Caldas de Reis lo

Sometimes, it's worth it
To indulge in finer things
To keep peace with self.

I arrived at my albergue GBC Caldas, just before 2:. I showered, washed clothing, hung them up to dry, and lay down to rest. I have a very good place to rest tonight. A more private sleeping area with an indoor pool, a nice kitchen, and a yard to lounge in.
It's worth the 24. euros. This Camino walk is one that depends on technology. I must use a phone app for mapping, use booking app for reserving a place, and use Google map for finding my reservation. I am attached to my phone completely and with my must-have battery pack to recharge my phone while walking.
Heaven forbid if my phone died.
I passed a man on the path ( with his tiny Yorki mixed dog) who was selling earrings. I chatted with him and bought a pair. I'm a sucker for cute little dogs. I've almost completed the Portuguese Camino. I can't fully explain how much is learned on such a walk. I've endured pain, exhaustion, such tenderness, uncomfortableness, and bliss. I've been awed with beauty and kindness. I dove deep into my own inner chambers to wallow in the muck and retrieve my likable self.
You don't always know what you're getting into when you begin such a journey, but always, there is a development of improvement when you come through the other side.✨️💖Read more