Pilgrimage

Well, let’s just say that I did it.  I managed to push through 30 kilometers (18.5 miles) today to reach O’Cebreiro; just inside the region of Galicia and leaving the Castilla and Leon region.  Lulling one to a sense of relaxation, the first 22 kilometers were a slow, but constant ascent on a path that … Continue reading Villafranca del Bierzo to O’Cebreiro – Day 25

  Ponferrada is but 6 kilometers away from Molinaseca.  I imagine I could have pushed onto this small city yesterday, but when you set a goal – Molinaseca – and the effort took most of what you’ve got stored up, you relax in the accomplishment of the goal.   As it worked out, for my … Continue reading Molinaseca to Ponferrada to Villafranca del Bierzo – Day 24

I left Rabanal de Camino early and reluctantly, and as I encountered the paths beyond that wonderful village, it became apparent that I had truly entered a mountainous region of Spain that equaled the Pyrenees.  I found the trails narrow and twisting with a fair amount of plant growth intruding in upon the paths.  Little … Continue reading Rabanal del Camino to Molinaseca – Day 23

Leaving Astorga was a pleasant walk on good path.  It took me past a small Ermita, where I was able to have a bit of prayer time in a most humble setting.  For that, I am most thankful.  In fact, the entire day seemed to be quite personal, quite relaxing.  The landscape has truly changed … Continue reading Astorga to Rabanal del Camino – Day 22

This day turned into something I was not expecting, but by know I should trust a little more in God’s constant work in my life.  I’m on some timetable of His that seems to require a bit faster pace sometimes than I would like; but then again, not having free will, I should just grin … Continue reading Villar de Mazarife to Astorga- Day 21