Astorga

Got here this afternoon and will wait til siesta time is over before I explore. Gaudi Palacio and Cathedral call me but I will not have time to take in much here. Tomorrow heading out for along hike up into the mountains so need to prepare mentally.
Walked all day with young Abby, 22, who is walking with her dad and brother who are from the DC area so we can relate.

I love talking with young people who are old souls, and I had a strong sense that I was intended to spend this time talking with Abby, as she opened up about her life to me, a stranger. It is often so on the Camino that we meet to share our souls and share solace and words of encouragement with each other. I felt honored to be able to listen to Abby’s story on this hot afternoon walk together.
She reminds me of my dear Gwen at home, another young old soul.Read more