Orison from SJPDP

Today was beautiful in a misty/rainy way.

The 8ish km hike was more notable for being wet and steep than far.

Along the way I enjoyed the company of a large raptor soaring not far overhead. That bird's grace and freedom buoyed my spirits, as did enjoying a playlist shared by a good friend. It takes a village!

As I passed the highpoint and into my final destination the mists closed in to where I could barely see one side of the road from the other. While the vistas were obliterated, I enjoyed a sense of being alone yet connected to the rest of the peregrinos, especially my "Camino Family"- there were 19 of us in the hostel Beilari last night and I suspect we will cross paths many times in the next few weeks.... I'm sitting with several of us now and was happy to see several more over the course of the day.

It's only noon, so my Day 1 is far from over...
I'm hoping that the mists clear up to enjoy some sun and vistas.Baca selengkapnya