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Barb and Alan Camino de Santiago
Day122
Belorado
July 1, 2018 in Spain ⋅ ⛅ 25 °C
So...I had my dad on my mind today as it has been a year since he died. He really enjoyed hearing about our hiking adventures and seeing our pictures, plus he thought our plan to hike across Spain was pretty cool. To honor him, I have brought some of his ashes with me and thought when the time was right, I would let him go.

Later on on this trek we will get to a place called Cruz de Ferro (Iron Cross). It is a cross on the Camino de Santiago where the tradition is to throw a stone, brought from the place of origin of the pilgrim, with his or her back to symbolize their journey. I have brought a rock from home to leave there, but maybe I’ll let dad go there, too...if I’m ready to let him go. We’ll see.

Highlights from today’s walk:
1. It wasn’t too hot ☀️
2. Beautiful rolling hills of wheat
3. You can buy mini shampoo from a vending machine 😂
4. Watching Spain vs Russia soccer match with the local people
5. Hiking 10 miles by 10 am again
6. Our albergue- it is a great place. Yummy food and even a pool
6. Alan and I miraculously having a room to ourselves- yay!
7. The group of people we are with. 🙂
8. Being able to FaceTime mom ❤️

We have 15 miles to do tomorrow and then about 17 the next day going into Burgos where we have made a reservation at a hotel...and we’re excited for that!Read more
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Cynthia Huisingh
How beautiful!
7/2/18Reply
Ann Snyder
Wow so incredibly beautiful!
7/2/18Reply
BARB, is a wonderful thing
7/2/18Reply
You are doing God bless you both on your journey.
7/2/18Reply
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Jul 1, 2018, 3:49pm · ⛅ 25 °C · Altitude: 2,539 ft · 42°25'16" N 3°11'26" W
Spain Belorado
Kamile Janulyte El Camino
Day8
Seventh stop - Belorado
May 6, 2018 in Spain ⋅ ☀️ 19 °C
Today was a forced rest day - took the bus to the next stop due to my ankle/knee that needed rest. Disappointed at first, I had the chance to discover the beautiful town of Belorado more in depth and enjoy the sun that has finally come out. Not too bad in the endRead more
Rozita K
Charming town! Get better
5/6/18Reply
Vero Perret
Rest well and recover!
5/6/18Reply
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May 6, 2018, 1:55pm · ☀️ 19 °C · Altitude: 774 m · 42°25'17" N 3°11'27" W
Spain Belorado
Compostelle
Day13
Santo Doningo de la calzada-Belorado
May 1, 2019 in Spain ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C
23 km plus loin, une autre journée sans histoire. Nous avons marché avec des blessures. nous avons quitté le Rioja pour le Castella y leōn. Nous avons marché avec nos deux nouvelles amies du Minnesota. Toujours de beaux paysages. Lorsque nous sommes arrivé à Belorado, nous n’avons pas trouvé de chambre. Une auberge a été notre seul option.Read more
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May 1, 2019, 12:34pm · ⛅ 15 °C · Altitude: 774 m · 42°25'16" N 3°11'27" W
Spain Belorado
Heilu Jakobsweg Spanien
Day12
Belorado 22 km
September 11, 2017 in Spain ⋅ ⛅ 19 °C
Langsam geht es vorwärts, doch glücklich bin ich, dass es klapt mit Laufen. Habe mich mit Tapen verducht und muss sagen das klappt bestens. Im Moment gleichen die Tage den anderen. Englisch ist die Sprache die auf dem Weg gesprochen wird.Read more
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Beatrice Luternauer
😏😏😏👍😘
9/11/17Reply
Theres Simonet
super, dass es dir weder besser lauft, ned übertribe gäu😊😊
9/11/17Reply
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Sep 11, 2017, 5:33pm · ⛅ 19 °C · Altitude: 777 m · 42°25'15" N 3°11'26" W
Spain Belorado
Rosie Marzouk The Camino Revisited 2018
Day23
More photos from today - Belorado
September 14, 2018 in Spain ⋅ ☀️ 25 °C
A few more photos...somehow this post has jumped ahead of the first one of photos...maybe because the first photo was chronologically earlier!! Who knows, but at least they uploaded!
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Amandine Fournier
Wow, the fields looks spectacular. And you found a little city on the way! I hope your trip is going very well. I’m off to Tonga this morning. Well actually sending you some love from the airport.
9/14/18Reply
Amandine Fournier
Bon camino ❤️
9/14/18Reply
Cathy Sertori
Look at the pussy cat, like our fair weather Louie!
9/15/18Reply
Paul Farrell
Wouldn’t mind a perfect paella and a glass of fine Rioja at that table!
9/23/18Reply
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Sep 14, 2018, 5:43pm · ☀️ 25 °C · Altitude: 779 m · 42°25'13" N 3°11'18" W
Spain Belorado
Joe Colletti The Camino
Day17
Finding Dad
May 19, 2017 in Spain ⋅ 🌙 6 °C
He died when I was 10 years old. It's a wound that's never stopped hurting. Touching it almost always leaves me feeling angry...ripped off...sad.

Last night, when I remembered that today's the anniversary of when he left, I expected the day would be a sad one. But somehow, when I put my foot on the path this morning, I found space for a new thought-- gratitude-- and the ability to decide "No, this *won't* be a sad day!"

And so I walked, 30km through the Spanish countryside-- along rich fields, over rolling hills, through centuries-old villages-- and I felt thankful.

Thankful I had eyes to see the amazing greens and blues and browns and whites surrounding me.

Thankful for my body, moving me through space and able to enjoy cool morning breezes and the warm afternoon sun.

Thankful for a heart that lets me appreciate the beauty I see, and form connections with the people I meet.

Thankful for the curious mind that led me to choose this adventure, and squeeze all I can from it.

And Thankful to my Dad for everything he did to give me this.

I don't know how long this will last. I don't know how often I'll find the grace to say "No, this *won't* be a sad day!"

But I had today, sore feet and all, and I'm good with that. Thanks Dad. I love you.Read more
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Adele Gauer
Oh Joe, this is answered o
5/19/17Reply
Karen MIdlo
Amazing!! I'm so happy for you!! Beautiful!!
5/20/17Reply
Karen MIdlo
Sweet photo!
5/20/17Reply
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May 19, 2017, 11:46pm · 🌙 6 °C · Altitude: 2,539 ft · 42°25'5" N 3°12'3" W
Spain Belorado
Coleen Paul Pre-Camino training
Day20
To the Artists
September 18, 2017 in Spain ⋅ ⛅ 17 °C
I was struck today by how much the early church and present day Camino support the artistic community. Generations of stonemasons and sculptors built the cathedrals we've visited. Painters and stained glass artists colored them. Today, municipalities have put a lot of money into sculptures, murals, logos and all manner of public art to honor the pilgrims. But let's not forget the Chefs whose work may not be as permanent, but just as appreciated!Read more
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Faye Reynolds
Presentation is everything!
9/18/17Reply
Faye Reynolds
Too bad about the crusades painting but other than that . . . yeah for the support of artists!
9/18/17Reply
Coleen Paul
That too is history, dark vs the light, yin vs the yang. Always the struggle, always the opportunity to improve the present.
10/17/17Reply
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Sep 18, 2017, 4:10pm · ⛅ 17 °C · Altitude: 776 m · 42°25'14" N 3°11'26" W
Spain Belorado
Dan and Arlene My Camino
Day16
Santo Domingo to Belorado - 22 km
October 7, 2017 in Spain ⋅ ☀️ 20 °C
It was quite chilly this morning, frost on the pumpkin and I could have used more clothing. Glad I kept the throw-a-way plaid shirt as it came in quite helpful.

Think I'm getting the hang of the camino and have learned that my pack is now a permanent part of me. Will sleep with it on one day soon I'm sure.

Anyway, when I arrive at the albergue and check in, I then stake out my bed and check out the shower facilities to determine if I need to bring the suction cup hangers and how much clothing. Some have no hooks, some have hooks inside the shower facility, but everything gets soaked during the brief shower. Some only permit 5 minutes so one must be quick.

Once that is done and it's a wash day, a race for the sinks to handwash, then hang on the lines. Always a battle for the sunshine.

Lunch is next and whatever I can get will suffice.

Dinner is at 8 pm (but that varies if I am at a place that caters to the pilgrims like today).

Lights out at 10, up at 6 or so and the days walk begins.

Best part of the day is coffee at a cafe after walking for an hour or two. This morning I ate a couple of chocolate donuts I purchased at a mercado yesterday. They got me going and an apple after coffee was enough to tide me over until I arrived at the albergue where I got a fabulous lunch consisting of a hugh salad, fried eggs and ham, flan for desert and all chased down with wine. Yummy, now for dinner!

My walk was quite pretty today and the hills were moderate so I am thankful for an easier day with the terrain. Area appears to be somewhat arid, but perhaps they are not having a lot of rain right now.

Laundry is in the washer and will put in the dryer soon. While waiting for the laundry, I met a couple from Scotland. They use a Spanish company to book reservations and transport their baggage and walk a week or so each year. A nice way to approach the Camino as age gets the best of all of us. Also shared a beer with a couple from Delaware that I met in Madrid. Retired young and traveling as much as possible.

The sign is interesting as I have over 500 km to walk, and the sign shows all the communities I'll pass through on my way to la Laguna de Castillo with well over 155 km left to Santiago de Compostilla. Lots of walking yet.

If you are interested in how far I've walked, the challenge will be to check out the web and add it up. That I ain't gonna do 'cause I do not want to know. :)

PS: Find Pinguins lets me add 6 pics each day so you are getting the best.Read more
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Arlene Wells
Dan and Bob, This pic (road with Dan’s shadow) reminds me of the Camino pic of the 3 of us in 2014... when Dan got it into his head to do the whole thing.
10/7/17Reply
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Oct 7, 2017, 3:23pm · ☀️ 20 °C · Altitude: 2,598 ft · 42°25'6" N 3°11'2" W
Spain Belorado
Kathy Thielen Camino De Santiago
Day45
Santo Domingo to Belorado
September 17, 2016 in Spain ⋅ ☀️ 13 °C
Sat, Sept 17: 23 km in much cooler weather (~64°).
A few critters, more beautiful scenery, and two methods for roasting peppers along the way.

Pic#1 a sunflower that someone had added a smiley face to
Pic#4 San Pedro Cathedral in BeloradoRead more
Laura VanNess
showed t all the pics, he truly was speechless and as par for the course I just get teary in happiness, what cool friends you are meeting, the snails! and the rooftop and all love you
9/18/16Reply
Sheri Barrows
I love that someone put a smiley face in the sunflower!!
9/21/16Reply
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Sep 17, 2016, 6:55pm · ☀️ 13 °C · Altitude: 2,536 ft · 42°25'17" N 3°11'27" W
Spain Belorado
Kathy Thielen Camino De Santiago
Day45
Pamplona to Puente La Reina
September 17, 2016 in Spain ⋅ ⛅ 13 °C
Sun, Sept 11: 25km on a very hot and sunny day! Always great to reach the albergue, hit the showers and grab a beer. Another refreshing beverage in the area is tinto de verano, which is red wine with lemon fizzy water - so good! As we left Pamplona at 6:30 Mon morn, many of Sat night's celebratory were still stragling out of the bars.

Pic #1 - looking back on Pamplona
Pic #2 - cool wrought iron art work of pilgrims
Pics #3 - 4 passing thru town of Obanos
Pics #5 - 6 Puente La Reina

Walked through town of Puente La Reina feeling beat and then had to hoof it up a long dusty hill to our albergue. We were rewarded for this final grueling bit with a gorgeous swimming pool which was thoroughly enjoyed.Read more
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Connie Shannon
So who's the "we"?? Sounds like such a great trip!
9/17/16Reply
Kathy Thielen
"We" is my adopted Camino Familia of people from age 18 to 62! We start out in the mornings together and often disperse a lot throughout the day, but always meet togther again at our designated dinner and sleeping spot. They are fantastic!
9/18/16Reply
Melanie lost her hat there due to the wind.
9/25/16Reply
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Sep 17, 2016, 4:56pm · ⛅ 13 °C · Altitude: 2,533 ft · 42°25'16" N 3°11'26" W
Spain Belorado