Laurie (from Montreal) and her 80 year-old mother ,Wilma, from Toronto.
Beautiful trails today but still rainy and shin splinty. I actually fell on slippery rocks coming down a hill today. I did not break my leg and I did not cry. I almost cried. A woman Beverly was walking with fell and broke her arm today.
There are birch trees and oak trees, like home, but also eucalyptus and palm trees.
This dog is walking the Camino with its owner. I did not get either name yet....The dog actually has saddlebags that fit over its back. The dog passed me a few times today as I was doing my 2 kms per hour.
Came upon a market in Melide today.
Lots of great-looking veggies!
We see many of these wooden structures outside of homes. We have not yet figured out what they are. Any guesses?
And here is Little Red Riding Hood today with the Camino dog. She is a little stiff today due to the damp, rainy weather.
This is a poor picture of a eucalytus grove.
This was another slow, painful day due to injuries. However, we are getting hyped about being finished in 2 days! Tomorrow is Santiago Eve!
I wish I was there to help you walk the rest of the way but you and I know I would be useless...lol. I will help in spirt...just think you can sit and knit all winter after this is done, and Tom can rub your feet and wait on you. I am so proud of you. It reminds me of the marathon in The Big C show.....come for a visit and I will wait on you ( or get Bob, the manservent to...lol). I will call you after you get home.
ReplyDeleteI do like the idea of being waited on....
DeleteCan you tough it out? Yes, you can. What an accomplishment -- something to take on the road as an inspirational speaker (or speaking team), with your great photos as illustrations. We are rooting for you all as you finish what you started . . . Hope the rain (in Spain) stops, but weather stays cool.
ReplyDeleteThanks.....I might have to finish in the crawling position...
DeleteI can't wait to hear about the entire experience. I am very proud of you!
ReplyDeleteI can hardly write anything because I don't know what words I would use. These last few kms must be so emotional for each one of you. I feel guilty to be going to a comfortable bed tonight. My prayers are with you. The end is in sight. Stay strong.
ReplyDeleteHi Barb. Could the houses outside the houses be burial sights ??
ReplyDeleteHi Barb. Those structures are horreos, or corn cribs as we call them in English. They are common throughout Gallicia, and some of the designs are quite lovely.
ReplyDeleteSavour these last few days, and we'll see you before too long!
Kevin
You are almost there! Hang in there....easy I know, for those of us sitting in our comfy homes to say!! Just know that everyone is so proud of you! Next up......want to take on the Appalachian Trail with me?? Just kidding...I'm doing it in short spurts!!! Enjoy these last few days, and savour your accomplishment!! Take care.....
ReplyDeleteHow many of those veggies did you buy? Are there discount rotten food racks there? Hey maybe that is what the wooden structures were.
ReplyDeleteKeep on limping. Just as you approach the finish you should push Cheryl down so that you win!
Wow I can't walk from the car to the house when my ankle hurts! When you and Cheryl finish this with your pain then I agree with Barb S that this adventure should be taken on the road (by car) for others to see and hear about!!
ReplyDeleteNext question: Was the 80 year old mother helicoptered in for the photo?
ReplyDeleteHi Barb! Are you home yet?! Sorry I have not been posting comments. I have been thinking of you though. Can't wait to talk to you about your adventure. I am actually in Europe myself at the moment. Not walking long distances though- just working. Talk soon.
ReplyDeleteYes, I am home. Heading to the KP for the weekend. Where are you?
ReplyDeleteBarb, I just found your blog. My wife, Gay, and I, from Oklahoma, were with you all in Orisson, Astorga, and other places along the Camino including, I believe, Santiago. Your photos and comments bring back many fond memories. The structures you wondered about in your photo above are corn cribs, for drying corn for feeding the critturs.
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