Hiking Northern Spain-The Way of Saint James: Santiago

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Well, I made it.  I am in the great 12th century Cathedral in Santiago, and I must admit, he end of the journey is somewhat of an anti-climax.  Yes, I have fallen to my knees in prayer.  After all, I have walked a long way to be here.  But I think as in most things the important part is the journey itself, which is just a preparation for the destination, after all. Continue reading

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Hiking Northern Spain-The Way of Saint James: Pedrouzo

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I feel like I am running to keep up with Gail, who I’ve been with almost all morning.  It is, once again, raining and/or cloudy, but my knee feels great.  I have been told that I can take lots more Ibuprofen than I had been doing, and it seems to work.

 

Gail tells me her story.  Continue reading

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Hiking Northern Spain-The Way of Saint James:Arzua

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It is raining again today.  All day.  I thought the rain in Spain was mainly on the plain?  Not in the hills?

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