11June25 Homeward bound

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My Camino Frances has finished but the joys and treasured adventures are vividly in my mind and heart.
The long walks and shared Camino days easily bring out our best qualities.
I've saidBaca lagi
Hi ALL
My Camino Frances has finished but the joys and treasured adventures are vividly in my mind and heart.
The long walks and shared Camino days easily bring out our best qualities.
I've saidBaca lagi
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You would know the feeling when your adventure is to last just one more day.
Yes I'm in that spot tonight as after 40 Days my Camino Frances will end on arrival in Santiago de Compostella.Baca lagi
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I thought I drafted a posting 2 days ago, but I can't find that draft on Find Penguins?
So let me catch-up now.
Photos have my captions. Enjoy 🥰
Tomorrow my penupulent leg before arriving inBaca lagi
A short day for me with challenging hills, gusty winds, light rain and mist.
The Albergue Reboleira overnight and 40+ at the Pilgrims Dinner in a spectacular dining hall.
This Albergue is excellentBaca lagi
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Arrived in GLACIA province today and now over the 400 mtr climb to O'CEBREIRO. Steep and long and it is behind me. Having been to O'Cebreiro with David in 2023, I was surprised what a treasureBaca lagi
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Many times on this Camino I've been blessed, but while I treasure everyone of them, the Video calls from Glenella AND the WARM welcome and shared Hugs from Susi&Fermin truly made myBaca lagi
Not a big distance walk today. It had 2 hills and took 20,162 Steps. Arrived at accommodation early, they let me in and offered a free Americano coffee. Great room and bathroom. Love it.
Photos andBaca lagi
Knights Templar behind me and an 8am departure for a 2pm arrival in CACABELOS. As you can see it's less < 200 Ks to SdC.
And yes it warmed up to the low 30s.
Just a few photos today as I was keen toBaca lagi
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Tomorrow I head west getting closer to Casa Susi 🤣
Today I spent the morning at the Knights Templar Castle.
Photo captions as below.
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I arrived by bus from Astorga to Ponfarrada where I've always wanted to visit the world heritage KNIGHTS TEMPLAR Castle and hopefully learn more about them. The cold morning was promptlyBaca lagi
PengembaraCongratulations Bruce ❤️❤️☘️☘️ see you back in Oz x
Pengembara3 Cheers Bruce- marvellous 👏🥂🎨
PengembaraThanks Pam. It seems too fast, but filled with precious memories and Camino lessons 🥰