What a Difference a Day/New Shoes Make
So if there was ever evidence needed that I have a huge stubborn streak running straight up my middle the last few days would indeed be proof! After my visit to the hospital I returned to the hotel in socks as I was unable to put on even my sandals. I retired to my room […]
Decision Time
I woke after a broken night sleep, the issue of my blisters and whether I could continue hung over me: If I keep going I’m not give my feet time to heal. If I rest we may not have time to complete our journey and also the reality that we are only a fraction of […]
Crisis on the Camino
I walked 800km on the Camino Frances two years ago without hardly any foot or injury issues and though I’ve worn the exact same boots and socks for some reason this Camino has been another story entirely. From almost our first day I was having some minor issues but I was keeping on top of […]
Big Day Today!
Today’s walk, our longest so far would top out at 33.2kms (20.6 miles), quite a day. For me the sweet spot in terms of distance is between 22km and 25km. Anything above that is a tough day at the office and so it would prove. The Camino Portuguese has the added challenge, especially in these […]
A Walk in the Countryside
We were seven in our dormitory and after a night dominated by a chorus of snoring it was a relief to be up and out early. We headed out of the village and cross country. We got to see the sunrise, hear the birds chorus and beautiful wild flowers everywhere. First breakfast, yes I said […]
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