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
The Wind Up and The Pitch
Well, right off the cuff I’d have to say that getting into Madrid at 7:10am, 1:10am Naples Florida time, is a bit of a brain scramble. Could not get to sleep on the plane; international coach seating no longer being what I had remembered from when Kathryn & I went to Paris in 1996. (I’ve … Continue reading The Wind Up and The Pitch
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