Heading out of town entailed walking down Calle Mayor and over the old bridge towards highway NA-1110, where we cross and flow on into the back country. Leaving Puente La Reina was the beginning of the departure from land used for wheat, cattle and sheep, and became the beginning of wine country. The soil was … Continue reading Puenta La Reina to Estella – Day 5 – I’m Still Learning
Pamplona to Puente La Reina – Day 4 – The Guardian Angel
Well, the Jesus and Maria Albergue in Pamplona was not what I had hoped for; not being as well run and intelligently designed as the Albergue in Roncesvalles. But that's Ok. I'm not here for service and high expectations. I can note the deficiencies without it dampening my spirit and purpose for being on the Camino. … Continue reading Pamplona to Puente La Reina – Day 4 – The Guardian Angel
Zubiri to Pamplona – Day 3 – Stewardship
The River Arga The Albergue Zaldikko, in Zubiri, was comfortable and friendly. This being only my second night staying at these simple dwellings, I am impressed by the breadth of services, considering the price; usually under 10 euros, or $13.00. It was the first Albergue when you come over the bridge into Zubiri from the … Continue reading Zubiri to Pamplona – Day 3 – Stewardship
Roncesvalles to Zubiri – Day 2 – Putting On Your ‘Big Boy’ Pants
God's teaching for me today came courtesy of a young woman, who had walked through the Pyrenees as I had yesterday, along with a few of her friends. But let me back up a bit, so you understand the lesson taught. Upon settling into the Albergue in Roncesvalles, I found myself a bit shaken over … Continue reading Roncesvalles to Zubiri – Day 2 – Putting On Your ‘Big Boy’ Pants
St. Jean to Roncesvalles – Day 1
St. Jean Pied de Port - Notre Dame ChurchFirst of all, I’ve decided that this journal cannot be a travel log of what went on each day; step by step. Should I attempt any such thing, I’d have to take every other day off just to write down the past day’s events. No, that won’t … Continue reading St. Jean to Roncesvalles – Day 1