O Pedrouzo to Santiago 13 mi #WEMADEIT

October 3rd
Started at 6:30 am
Ended at Noon
Finished the Camino de Santiago at Santiago de Compostela.
Staying tonight at the Hostel Mafer and tomorrow in the same city at the Alameda Rooms Santiago.

Got up before sunrise. Headed out of O Pedrouzo with many other pilgrims. Headlamps were shining everywhere as they went up and down the hills toward Santiago.

This morning both of us were hurting from the accumulation of miles. The feet, the back the hips, everything is saying take a rest - don’t go any further. But, still we went on and it was very satisfying when you have reached the end of the Camino. It is a huge accomplishment and I am very proud of us both.

We aren’t yet finished taking in the city. The shops, the food and the sights. We have a day tour set up to go to the coast and see Finisterre, a seaside town, and towns on the way. A day later we’ll head to Ourense and soak in the hot springs, then onto Madrid to see the big city and finally head home.

I have loved the total immersion that walking through a foreign country gives you. I have loved pushing the limits my body can give. I have loved spending quality time with Cassie and meeting challenges together. We’ve had plenty of time for meaningful conversations and giggles as well as belly laughs.

Thanks for following our little jaunt. What’s next? Not sure, but it involves some more adventures like this one.

Also, Can’t wait to meet my new grandson. He’s been on an adventure too. I hope he doesn’t get the idea that he likes a 10+ mile walk daily. We’re going to be some tired parents, brother and grandparents trying to keep up if he does.

What’s your next adventure? Would love to hear about it.Leggi altro