ARRIVING IN SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA DE CO

Almost there coming in from the south. I spoke with several peregrinos who had planned to walk half way to Santiago from Padron. We were going to do the whole this day. Coming into Santiago, We stopped at a small chapel. How ironic it was named "Santa Maria de Magdalena.". We were to arrive soon, and this pilgrimage would be done. Ma:lina will be upon us soon. We Catholics are so devoted
We strive to become Saints in our own lives. To serve our Creator. We met a young couple at this church, and they took our picture. They were close to completing their pilgrimage traveling from the Netherlands to family nearby. Their journey was 2,000 kilometers. So we left and pushed. I tiredness and pain were no longer on my mind the church was in sight. We were passing fellow peregrinos who were on their own struggles and pain we gave support, "Buen Camino " Doug.
I was happy to see the small chapel named Magdalena. Somehow, it felt like a sign. I felt good and my adrenaline carried me. Everyone was tired walking, getting closer. I offered my walking stick to a young lady limping. She had the same strain as I did, and I felt her pain. She refused it. Even though it was close to Santiago, it was still far. The bike riders passed us all along the way, ringing their bells to warn us. We also met a guy resting with his greyhound. Alot brought along their dogs on the trail. Along the way we saw a dog kennel with some true words about our pets. It made me miss my dog, Cookie. It seemed like a long day and kinda sad our Camino was coming to an end. Along the way, I wondered if this would be the last Camino for me or not. Who knows what will be in the future, I thought I'll be happy with my Camino Portuguese. I cried as we arrived in front of the church, we hugged each other and I felt a great sense of accomplishment and relief. WE MADE IT ALL THE WAY TO SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELLA, BY CAR, PLANE, BUS AND FOOT from Tohono O'odham. We told everyone who asked where we were from that we are indigenous. I am very grateful and blessed to share this experience with Doug. Patricia
We made it to the Pilgrims office with a few minutes to spare 7 pm. I had to be escorted to the stations for my certificate. My mind was on the journey that I just made. We got our certificates. We met an indigenous Bolivian who had completed the pilgrimage. We took our photos in front of the church. It was surreal.. Doug.Leggi altro