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June – August 2024
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My pilgrimage to Santiago - a 42 day journey on the ancient pilgrimage for Christians who have walked a 500 mile route to the Cathedral of St. James where tradition holds that the remains of the Apostle James is reserved. Read more
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  • Camino PedroTravelerThe Camino de Santiago
    1End of day and heat was brutal. Marianne knows I don't like tall grass!
    We found the food truck! And look, it's Michelin rated!(not!)1There are literally no people in these towns! Not a resident spotted in 3 towns!At Hotel AKERRETA, finally! 😅1My room's balcony.

    Wait…this is hard!

    June 26, 2024 in Spain ⋅ ☁️ 84 °F

    After our second day, Jon and I agreed, the theme so far is that we keep underestimating how hard these last two days have been. It was much hotter today (89 degrees) and toward the end of the day we felt that. Especially since it was a lengthy 17 miles.

    Jon and I caught up on how our family members are doing. We also explored how his work is fulfilling him and the type of work he is doing at the moment.

    We also have identified trail names. I’m Food Truck, Jon is Red Eye. 😆

    Food truck because of the first day when we were supposed to arrive upon the mythical mobile cafe in the Pyrenees. Well, today we found it!!! And it came just in time as we both were tapping out of energy. However it was not the dining experience either of us hoped for. Jon passed on the microwave meal and opted for a sandwich consisting of a sliver of chorizo and a slice of cheese while I went in on the TV dinner style lunchable. It was microwaved chick peas in a sauce with a quarter of a chorizo sausage. Less than appealing but it definitely boosted the energy (oh, I gathered up some snacks too!).

    Cerne is Red Eye (subject to change) because his eye has been red and bothering him since he landed. He thinks it’s a combo of jet lag and sunscreen irritation. It’s been getting better.

    The day had less hills but the heat was intense. Tomorrow should be a bit easier but the 90+ heat. But we’ve thought that before! It’s only a 10 mile day (before training for the Camino I would’ve never considered walking 10 miles easy!). One of the shortest on the trip. I’m hoping we can do it in a morning and then enjoy the day in town - Pamplona, where we can enjoy a Michelin star meal in our hotel!

    Upon arrival the hotel is cute. Looking forward to dinner and a relaxing night. And fresh laundry done by the staff. 🧺😊    Read more

  • Camino PedroTravelerThe Camino de Santiago
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    Day 2 Recap

    June 27, 2024 in Spain ⋅ ☀️ 64 °F
  • Camino PedroTravelerThe Camino de Santiago
    The view from my window balcony in the morning at Hotel Akerreta
    Some of the wheat fields I'm likely to see a lot of during the meseta (Spains desert)1In case you were wondering. 😆The walking signals are Camino centric. Either you are gordito...Or a slim Camino peregrino. 😆

    Onward to Pamplona!

    June 27, 2024 in Spain ⋅ ⛅ 72 °F

    We got out a bit earlier this morning and it paid off by beating the heat. According to our travel service today’s walk was a #2 difficulty day. Day one was a 5 and yesterday was a 4. We like #2 days! The walk was very pleasurable and we made it to Pamplona by noon!…

    …However, my feet began to feel different than they had the first two days. It’s something I hadn’t felt even in my practice walks. I was concerned about the famed hot spots (places where blisters may begin to form) that I hadn’t really experienced yet. I stopped briefly to check my feet and add a bit of sheep’s wool where a hot spot may have been forming toward my heel.

    The feeling persisted as we got to the outer city limits. Upon arrival to the hotel I checked my feet. There’s one location where it looks like a blister was beginning to form and one of my heels felt a bit raw. I added some moleskin and compede to the two locations in hopes that it mitigates any foot issues. We shall see. 😰    Read more

  • Camino PedroTravelerThe Camino de Santiago
    Pamplona, the famous city of the running of the bulls
    The tapas bar next to our hotel.Catedral Metropolitana de Santa María la Real de PamplonaMy prayer today is for the people and staff of Out Lady Mt. Carmel in Ridgewood,NJ. You are amazing!St. Augustine Church is literally two blocks away from the Cathedral!And immediately across the walking street (12 feet maybe?) is this bar. Sin then ask forgiveness😆

    Oh look, its Pamplona!

    June 27, 2024 in Spain ⋅ ⛅ 77 °F

    Pamplona came upon us fast. It was a nice, easy breezy walk, barring what seems to be some emerging blisters!😰 Jon and I reflected on the significance of milestones and how in our culture, and in the Christian faith, they help us to transition to new experiences by letting go of what has come before. Upon reflection, it was significant for me to think of all the many milestones I’ve passed through in my life: birthdays, anniversaries, sacramental celebrations, graduations, deaths, births, beginnings, ends. I’m glad I’m celebrating my 50th in a away that gives me the opportunity to reflect on all the goodness that has come to me through both the blessings and challenges of my life. I so appreciate being able to live this milestone transition over an extended period of time to be able to reflect on the impact of the experiences and people in my life.

    One group of people in my life that has had great significance are the people and staff at Our Lady Of Mount Carmel church for the last 10+ years. Jon and I found the cathedral church and lit some candles (again, electric😣) and prayed for them. I cannot say enough about how much I have been moved by the people of this community. They continue to inspire and teach me about true Christian discipleship. It is a privilege to work and serve amongst such people.

    A final observation of the day is that I think for the first time in a very, very long time I have not known what day of the week it is. Noticing this today has had special importance to me. I think I’ve known the day of the week every day for what seems like decades. To have the capacity to live more in the present moment and less time attending to the multiple responsibilities of both myself and those that I’m caring for is a true gift. Jon and I noticed that we are already five days into the trip. For most vacations, I would already have my mind back into what I need to do when I return at this point. Nothing could be further from that reality for me now. I’m happy to live in greater Kairos than Cronos.    Read more

  • Camino PedroTravelerThe Camino de Santiago

    Pamplona Recap and Full Bellies

    June 27, 2024 in Spain ⋅ ☁️ 68 °F

    Check out the videos on this post for our debrief of the Pamplona walking day.

    The end of our day was spent with perhaps the best meal I’m likely to have on this trip. Our hotel is fortunate enough to have a Michelin star rated restaurant, as you’ve likely heard in prior posts.

    It’s rare for me to eat at a restaurant like this. Let me say that for someone who loves great service and superior food this place did not disappoint. The steak melted in my mouth. We had two surprise amuse bouches. Given that we had our fill of tapas and gelato in the afternoon we both were feeling like the Gordito pedestrian crossing signal! We may have filled our bellies so much that there may not need to be a food truck tomorrow! It was a true treat and ridiculously inexpensive. Mary, we may have our retirement location!😉

    Tomorrow is 13 miles on a level 3 day. We are interested in finding out what a level three day feels like. Hopefully I will keep the blisters away!    Read more

  • Camino PedroTravelerThe Camino de Santiago
    The Camino had us take some strange routes...
    A quick photo in our Pamplona hotel before we depart for Puenta la ReinaObligatory Camino photo atop a mountain passLots of wheat on our walk.Our way up a mountain passMountain pass in the distance1

    Dear Camino,

    June 28, 2024 in Spain ⋅ ☀️ 66 °F

    Jon and I have had this running joke. Whenever there’s something that we really don’t like about the Camino experience or something we do like we speak out, “Dear Camino,…“ And we make as if we’re writing a letter for an imaginary suggestion box for the Camino. We’ve ‘written’ about wanting it to be cooler, less rocky, more shade, less steep inclines, shorter distances, etc. You get the idea. Immediately, when either of us makes the statement we know we are halfheartedly, but somewhat truthfully, making a statement about how we’re feeling in the moment.

    In particular, our walk to Puenta la Reina had a steep decline for about a mile with nothing but loose large rocks. It was in the latter part of our walking day, which was leading to the hottest part of the afternoon. I started off, “Dear Camino,…“ Jon knew exactly what was going through my mind. We both laughed.    Read more

  • Camino PedroTravelerThe Camino de Santiago
    A prayer candle for our Small Christian Community

    Walking Day 4 to Puente La Renia Recap

    June 28, 2024 in Spain ⋅ ☁️ 72 °F

    We discovered that level three days are a nice mixture of challenging yet manageable, and quite enjoyable. We had well placed rest stops. The end of the day felt like it kept going (and increasingly hot) however. We were happy to arrive at our hotel. I was thrilled to find that we had air conditioning, that was working well! After a nice shower and a decent early pilgrims meal, Jon and and I walked around town. We saw the inside of two churches. One with an interesting Y Cross.

    Along the Camino today, I lit a candle for the families of my small Christian community from Presentation Church whom I and my family love dearly. Most of them will be able to join me for the final 100 km of this walk with Mary, the kids, Andrew and his girlfriend Jenna!

    Our small Christian community has been a critical part of my life and faith. They have nurtured and supported me as well as Mary and our kids. We are so lucky to have them and will be blessed to spend time walking the Camino with them. A special shout out to MJ, Tim, Liza, and Caroline who while they could not join us on this pilgrimage in person are very much a part of this faith journey. I can’t wait to find ways to incorporate the “flat” Wieland’s into our walk! 😆    Read more

  • Camino PedroTravelerThe Camino de Santiago
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    A Special Report

    June 28, 2024 in Spain ⋅ ☀️ 84 °F
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    There is old stuff in Europe

    June 29, 2024 in Spain ⋅ ☁️ 63 °F

    On our walk today on the Camino, it took us over a 12th century bridge commissioned by the Navarre queen. Hence the name of the town, Puenta la Reina, the queen’s bridge.

    Then we walked on the best segment of the Roman Road in Spain. Amazing!Read more

  • Camino PedroTravelerThe Camino de Santiago
    It only slightly drizzled for about 20 minutes but it was enough for these to come in handy!
    12th Century "Queens Bridge" of Puenta la ReniaThese guys had their own Camino- getting to safety from one side of the Camino path to the other!The Roman Road! The best preserved part along the Camino!Beautiful grape Vines of Navarra region. The wine was good too! 🍷Sorry family and SCC! 😆😜It was soo cool out thanks to the cloud cover. It honestly was blissful. "Dear Camino..."😆They even have hills in their villages?!!!Jon has been naming each bridge. This one was a hike all in itself.A city on a hill. Gorgeous. What will I do when Jon leaves? He takes all the pics!😆Our pick up location at Estella. The Church needs a reno: Church of the Holy Sepulcher

    An Air Conditioned Walk? to Estella

    June 29, 2024 in Spain ⋅ ☁️ 63 °F

    See photo captions for details. 😁

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