Miles Hiked Overall: 471.4 (758.7 km) Miles to Santiago: 13.5 (20.3 km)
Steps Taken Today: 40,084 Blister Count: feet need a break in Italy soon
Spanish Word of the Day: mañana (tomorrow)
What We Learned Today: When some Spanish peregrinos tell you you have to follow tradition and drink a Peregrina brand beer when you get to a certain spot on the Camino, don't worry that it's only 11 in the morning or that you just took a break less than 5 minutes before. Go for it and enjoy tradition!
Today was crazy. Everyone walking the Camino has just this day and tomorrow...AND THEN WE'RE THERE! The excitement and anticipation are palpable! Here we are drinking those Peregrina beers.
And Santiago has its own cake. This is one example of how it can look. The more traditional way has powdered sugar on top with a shape of the cross left untouched.
The foliage is spectacular along with the flowers. There is everything from pine trees to palm trees. This is my favorite...flowers growing in the base of the palm tree.
And my favorite new flower is gigantic! It's probably 15 feet high with tiny purple flowers all over it. Today we also saw wild hydrangeas, calla lilies, and azaleas.
One more day to go!!!!
―Gilbert K. Chesterton
SOOOOOO excited for you both. What a spectacular experience you have both experienced. Time to finish and take a few relaxing days to take in the end of your trip adventure. Well done ladies, well done!
ReplyDeleteI'm beyond proud of what you have accomplished. I just can't believe you are at the end! Congratulations! Just soak it all in and enjoy the experience.
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Just ONE MORE DAY!!! We're all cheering for you, proud of you, and in awe of what you've accomplished. Can't wait to see you when you get home and hear about your adventures! Wine, cheese, and honey at my house! 🍷
ReplyDeleteBy the time you read this, you'll be done! A HUGE CONGRATULATIONS! I believe you need more beer! Thank you for sharing this amazing experience! Can't wait to hear more about the experience, maybe next year! Hoping you both get some well needed R&R! You Rock! Renee
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