Even a Pilgrim ...

... needs to rest.
After 35 days of walking, Coleen and I are content to trade out our hiking boots for sandals for the balance of our time here in Spain. We returned to Santiago de Compostella forRead more
... needs to rest.
After 35 days of walking, Coleen and I are content to trade out our hiking boots for sandals for the balance of our time here in Spain. We returned to Santiago de Compostella forRead more
We walked for 4 hours this morning and never saw a single pilgrim on the Camino Ingles. It is much less travelled than the Camino Françes and notwithstanding its name there is very little EnglishRead more
Unexpectedly we have a few unplanned days on our itinerary. ... what to do, what to do?
We chose to walk a section of another Camino called the Camino Ingles. This track will also take us toRead more
"Now what shall we do ? Let's go for a walk. " That's pretty funny and wonderful too.
We've come to the end of the world -- Finisterre.
In medieval times, the pilgrim would strip, jump into the Atlantic and burn his clothes on the beach. He would then find a clam shell, proof of theRead more
Congratulations to the two of you. We are enthusiastically cheering from the sidelines. A sense of renewed purpose is a pilgrimage indeed, a long journey, one step at a time.
Congratulations Scott and Coleen! Spend the time reflecting on your journey, purpose and accomplishments! I'm sure you have a lot of memories from your journey. Well Done!!
Walking down a shaded forest track I could hear the Atlantic Ocean gently lapping against the Spanish coast. It was a beautiful sound.
There is a certain symmetry to this as we began our CaminoRead more
It never fails.
Just when Coleen and I are patting ourselves on the back for our Camino efforts we meet someone else who wows us. Over a peregrino supper tonight we met a Belgian man who turns 67Read more
Let me introduce you to John, an Irishman we met on the Way. John was attending a wedding in Paris when he decided to hike the Camino. When advised of this impulsive decision, John's friend asked himRead more
They say every day is an adventure...and you sure are having an adventure. So nice to see you enjoying the sights and the interesting folks.
Lovely folks those Irish! Just like the days of the Wild West, you can take my wife and my whiskey, but don't touch my horse and my boots!
Combine 28 days, 799 kilometers, 3 blisters, one case of shin splints, numerous new friends, three cathedrals and then throw in some octopus, Galician stew, Rioja wine and almond cake and what do youRead more
Find a hot tub too Scott!!! Congratulations. I would have quit at 7.99 km!
Congratulations Scott and Coleen. I think both of you deserve some plumage (i.e. a mighty big feather) in your hats. Bravo Conquistadores!
Wahoooo.....congratulations Scott & Coleen! I can't even begin to imagine the wide range of emotions you must be experiencing as you finish this incredible journey and the self-discovery and wisdom that you gained every step of the Way! Nicely done friends!
When I was a young lad I collected stamps which opened up my world to far off lands and national symbols. Each day on the Way we collect at least one "sello" or stamp for our pilgrim credencial,Read more
Wow Well done you 2. That is an awesome feat and sounds like life changing experience...
Awesome!! That is an incredible feat! I think a good foot massage is in order too!
On this fine day in Manitoba, Canada a beautiful baby, now woman, was born. Happy birthday Coleen.
Greetings from around the world are being sent your way from family, old friends and new CaminoRead more
Happy belated birthday to you Coleen. Missed this post, sorry but i'm sure was a most memorable birthday this year.
Congratulations Scott and Coleen. What an adventure you have been on! It has been fascinating following you on your journey. I do hope it has been everything you hoped it would be. Just WOW!
Congratulations!! It is indeed time to put the feet up and enjoy a moment or two on completing such a trip and letting us tag along and not even break a sweat. Hope it was all you expected and more.