From my dad:
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Life gets simplified along The Way. We have water, baguette, almonds, and laundry tied to the back of our rucksacks. We awake at six and are easily out the door by 6:30 AM. The small village with steep walls is completely quiet with only a few of us peregrinos heading underneath the town arch and bridge heading west along the river. Sue and I feel great as we head out into the vineyard region with the moon and stars as our guide. I feel like we are in the Napa Valley with healthy vineyards and olive trees as far as you can see.
I blow the diet with a chocolate croissant about one hour into the day and Sue grabs her soda ... some things never change.
The locals love waving and wishing us a Buen Camino ... which gives us a great feeling and connection. The Spanish dialect in this region does not resemble the language I know so communicating today has been interesting.
Sue and I have been staying in Pensions that range from 30-60 euro per night and we'll get a taste of our first Albuergue on Friday ... we'll see how Sue handles that hah hah hah!
Today we talked a lot about the beauty of the region, saw butterflies, cats, dogs, churches, rivers, mountains, bridges and walked through several quiet villages. The 17th mile was in the heat, but once again Sue brought it home ... really proud of her! Sue's shoulder is hurting from the backpack so I'll carry a few of her items tomorrow. My knee and brace are golden ... thanks for prayers.
We'll walk down to the Irache Bodega tonight for more free wine ... see pictures ... incredible you just turn the faucet and viola there's free red wine!
We appreciate all the blog comments and Caitlin has informed us we have had over a thousand page views, so we feel your love and support. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you ... blessings!
Buen Camino
Steve & Sue
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| If Sue can do it, so can I! |
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| Camino markers everywhere |
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| The town of Cirauqui in the background |
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| Typical food for 6-hour hike |
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| Markers along The Way |
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| Sue getting free vino |
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| My friend, Dennis, from Australia |
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| Some things never change! |
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| Cross with moon |
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| Iglesias Siglo Monestary - Irache |
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Mi amigo, Angel, at pension
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Amazing. Though I wouldn't get too far what with the free red wine on tap...
ReplyDeleteGordon
Love the Nike Tennis Camp and Power Bar representation! Keep up the good work! I've enjoyed being able to follow your journey.
ReplyDeleteWe love reading your blog. it makes me want to be there with you two. Lots of prayers from me and Lorin.. Berbadette
ReplyDeleteWe can't wait to read the blog each day (great job Caitlin). So great to read about your journey on the Camino and the amazing people you are meeting . Such an incredible challenge and you two are just killing it. We are so proud of you. We are thinking about you daily and wish we were there!! oxo Sue and Brian
ReplyDeleteYou guys are absolutely amazing! Love and hugs, Mom
ReplyDeleteSteve, I'm so proud of you and Sue! It has been great sharing your blog with friends here in Calistoga! Dad
ReplyDeleteGreat pictures Steve and Sue, keep up the good work!!! Love, Jimbo
ReplyDeleteSteve, it looks like you guys are having a great time. Dad tells me that you have hiked 75 miles in the first 5 days...Great job!!! Love, Jimbo
ReplyDeleteYou guys shouldn't be stealing wine from the Church! That is so messed up haha. I'm sure it was probably moms idea. We love you guys and keep going strong and be healthy and stop stealing wine along "the way".
ReplyDeleteLove Craig and Vanessa