¡BUEN CAMINO!

The cynical side of me doubted there would be much to this phrase after watching videos and reading books, but it quickly found meaning as we walked westward. It literally means good journey, but it's one of those phrases that means hello and goodbye. It also recognizes the journey that the person is on and wishes them good luck in that journey. From one peregrino to another it acknowledges the shared journey on the Camino with a capital C, the companionship that comes from heading to the same destination--even if they are only going part of the way this time.

The reality is that we are all on the journey of life. Some of us have a clear destination in mind while some of us are wandering until we learn where our heart is taking us. To our family and friends that have followed us on this journey I wish you ¡BUEN CAMINO! on whatever journey you might be on.

Thus ends this particular Camino, the Camino Frances, for me. The Camino of life lies ahead and I know I'll walk it differently after this experience.

There will be some pictures of Barcelona in the next few days if you want to pop back in.

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