Tag: the way
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Churches, Bell Towers and Steeples: Camino de Santiago
They've served as our guideposts for the past four weeks. Most often perched upon a hill, signaling yet another climb up to a new village. Mostly we've simply admired them in passing, sometimes peeking inside when the opportunity allowed. Often they have marked our destination for the evening. The churches of the Camino are as…
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We Have a Winner!
Congratulations to Jamey who guessed drying shed! These “unofficial symbols” of the Galicia region of Spain are known as horreos. We were told they were used to dry corn and sure enough, when we peeked inside we saw corn. Traditionally, farmers stored and dried grain within the horreos. Sadly, they no longer offer…
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What Are These? Camino de Santiago
It's been several days since we noticed these strange little buildings begin to dot the landscape. Some were quite old and rundown, while others appeared to be a newly remodeled backyard feature. Having way too much morbid imagination, I thought perhaps they were some sort of family crypt. A little research taught me just how…
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Crowds Can’t Dampen Spirit: Camino de Santiago
As we head down the home stretch, we've said goodbye to nearly all familiar faces. We spent a couple laughter-filled afternoons with two Englishmen (center of left photo) before they sped ahead in an effort to reach Santiago in time for the Sunday morning service. We've been playing leapfrog for several days with the Dutchman…
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This and That: Camino de Santiago
There have been mornings when getting out of bed has been difficult. A restless night, a cold room, tired feet, an aching back, snoring, wind, rain and for some (fortunately, not us), even snow, cause weary Pilgrims to think twice about lacing up his or her boots! However, the promise of each new day keeps…
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What is the Camino de Santiago?
As we descended steeply into the waterside village of Portomarin this afternoon, I mourned the loss of my Camino. During the past several days, the quiet calm of the path has been interrupted often by large groups of walkers and bicyclists. Many seem to have just started their trek. Sarria, where we began the…
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Finding Our Way: Camino de Santiago
Our guide book promised that the Camino was well marked and the yellow arrows would be easy to follow. Mostly, we've found that to be true but even seasoned veterans run the risk of wandering off course if lost in thought…or conversation. Communities seem to care for their portion of the Camino…
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El Puente Peregrino: Camino de Santiago
We stumbled upon this pension, El Puente Peregrino, in Trabadelo and knew it was the place for us! We spent a lazy Saturday afternoon on the bench out front, chatting with the owners and a couple from New Zealand who have been keeping pace with us for several days. Santiago cooked and Elly served us…
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