I left my shoes in Santiago

May 28, 2013

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I left my well-worn hiking shoes in Santiago.

In medieval times, Camino de Santiago pilgrims burned their clothing at a cross outside the cathedral. They bought new clothes at the nearby marketplace, signaling a new beginning.

I dumped my Merrells in a trash bin.

There was part of me that wanted to keep them, but I realized I was already taking enough back to California.

Camino friendships, amazing scenery, the Spanish people and so much more will be with me forever.

I walked nearly a million steps in my trekking shoes.

But the things I brought home are immeasurable.

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13 responses to “I left my shoes in Santiago”

Nancy Hardwick

May 28, 2013

I wonder, does someone pull those out and use them or do they really go to the trash? Glad you are home and glad the trip was such a success! enjoy the summer in Mariposa now! Nancy Hardwick

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1. Sue and Reg
  
  May 28, 2013
  
  Good question…the shoes were not in the bin when we returned from breakfast.
  Many thanks for the good wishes…see you soon!
  
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Dennis Baker

May 28, 2013

Welcome home!!! You two are both quite inspirational!! Thanks for including us in your travels!! We’re both very glad that you’re back in the neighborhood!! We missed you!! Carolyn and Dennis

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1. Sue and Reg
  
  May 28, 2013
  
  Thanks so much, Carolyn and Dennis. Here’s to adventures!
  
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Malcolm & Barbara.

May 28, 2013

That reminds me of a song, — something about a heart in San Francisco !! Well that is in
California. Anyway, in maintaining the musical theme if , “These shoes were made for
walking”, what are you going to use on your next adventure ??? Well done.

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1. Sue and Reg
  
  May 28, 2013
  
  You are so tuned in, Malcolm. Should we choose the song first this time and then find a trip to fit? Any suggestions?
  
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Malcolm & Barbara.

May 29, 2013

Now that has got me thinking. How about, “Marching through the heather”, or “The long
and winding road”, or even “The road and the miles to Dundee” ????

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1. Sue and Reg
  
  May 29, 2013
  
  “Leaving on a jet plane” for Scotland sounds fantastic, if it were not for “Money, money, money!”
  
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  1. Malcolm & Barbara.
    
    June 1, 2013
    
    Can I beat that ?? I will give up. You win. Cheers and well done again.
    
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Jeannie

May 29, 2013

So…are you really home??? We’ve been watching for signs and we have a cold bottle of wine…just waiting for your consumption!

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1. Sue and Reg
  
  May 29, 2013
  
  Yes, we are! And, our wine-drinking skills are better than ever. (In moderation, of course)
  
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jr

May 29, 2013

Don’t you miss the daily walk? I have tried to walk a few miles each day. Then joined the Y for more exercise! Junior

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1. Sue and Reg
  
  May 30, 2013
  
  Reg and I both miss the walking…and the excitement that each day brought. Maintaining our Camino fitness level will be our summer project. Best wishes to you!
  
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