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Just to note.  I apologize to everyone who was expecting a post a couple of days ago regarding my walk into Santiago de Compostela; you know, the big event, the big finish.  I could not write it then, and I’m just beginning to be able to write it now.  Simply put, I was thoroughly overwhelmed, … Continue reading O’Pedrouso to Santiago De Compostela – Day 32

This day’s walk had been short in distance; as I knew it would be.  I found myself in O’Pedrouso by 10:30am, and waiting outside the Albergue Edreira until noon, which is when they open.  I sat it out with the company of four, fifteen year-old girls, and their two adult, female escorts.  I have found, … Continue reading Arzua to O’Pedrouso – Day 31

What amazes me, as I begin writing this post, is the abstract sense and quality of time that I encounter with each day’s journey.  In attempting to begin my recount of this day, I found myself somewhat confused as to where I started this morning.  It was Palas de Rei, it was in the dark … Continue reading Palas de Rei to Arzua – Day 30

First, I must note that in reaching the physical end of any discipline schedule – that was commenced in order to eliminate those common habits and inclinations that are not to the benefit of a person’s sanctification or general well-being of one’s spirit – there can be no assumption that the discipline has corrected the … Continue reading Portomarin to Palas de Rei – Day 29

For the second day in a row, I found myself crawling out of my bunk bed; lights off and everyone else in the dorm either asleep or wishing they still were.  I understand the feeling.  You just walked 22 kilometers the day before, and against your better judgment, or just because you just walked 22 … Continue reading Sarria to Portomarin – Day 28