Any sense of God’s call upon me to deal with something that I had been feeling the last two days or so, became dwarfed by the time I had reached the town of Hontanna. What had taken its place was a sense of doubt. “What am I really doing out here.” Now I do not … Continue reading Hontanna to Itero de la Vega – Day 14
Burgos to Hontanna – Day 13
Leaving Burgos, I continued my journey through northern Spain, and onto Hontanna. I had planned to stay in Hornillos del Camino, but with an early arrival, and a restless feeling, I decided to forge onto Hontanna; some ten kilometers away. Hontanna surprised and pleased me with its tight epicenter catering exclusively to the many peregrinos … Continue reading Burgos to Hontanna – Day 13
Ages to Burgos – Day 12
This was the first morning that I could start the morning without my jacket. I tucked it away and wore t-shirt and my hiking over shirt. That shirt is an amazing piece of technology. Lightweight, absolute durable, easy to wash, and it dries by itself in an hour. Zippered pockets, vents, sleeves that roll and … Continue reading Ages to Burgos – Day 12
Belorado to Ages – Day 11
Leaving Belorado was a most pleasant feeling. The night before at Cuatro Cantones had really smoothed out a lot of the rough. I could walk on with satisfaction. It was during this walk that I found myself renewing my acquaintances with the many pilgrims I have come to meet, walk and talk with during any … Continue reading Belorado to Ages – Day 11
Santo Domingo de la Calzada to Belorado – Day 10
The morning started softly, with a bit of the morning’s glow coming in through the one window in our dorm. I had packed the night before and was pretty much ready to go, and expecting some more of the same we pilgrims received yesterday; bad weather. Blessings. The sky was clear. I got out the … Continue reading Santo Domingo de la Calzada to Belorado – Day 10