Tuesday, September 1
healing in pamplona
we left Zubiri at 7:15 ...we did not fall out of our bunks...lights were out at 10pm and on at 6am. ...our walk followed a river, through the woods...very pretty. We stopped for coffee at Larrasoana and continued on to a small town where we saw several pilgrims resting on benches in front of a house. the man who lives there came out and offered us all pieces of watermelon ....we had 2 ....he was so nice. we sat for awhile to tend to our blisters.... everyone along the way wants to help if you have a problem...susu has the biggest ones and raw heels but....we keep on plodding. it was more uphill over a mountain on a steep rocky path mostly in the sun and it was hot! we arrived in Arre where we breaked again for a drink and pastry and walked on to Pamplona...arriving 8 hours later. I know you all wonder why it takes us so long to walk 13 miles....but it´s terrain, terrain, terrain...you have to see it to believe it. our spirits are high because of the wonderful people along the way....all suffering as we are physically...both young and old...We decided to find a hotel for a recuperative break...we immediately took a wonderful shower, washed a tub load of clothes ...strung them throughout the room and went out for a nice drink and dinner. Gene slept 12 hours...susu had to wake her up. I think we needed some rest. Susu went to the pharmacy to get some help with her ugly feet. hope it works. we have enjoyed today....visiting pamplona, following the bull running route and visiting the cathedral...a nice lunch on the plaza. to bed early tonight and back on the road early tomorrow...invigorated. it should be another long day and up more mountains...can´t wait. we´ll be back in a refuge tomorrow night watching everyone dress and undress for bed and up at the crack of dawn. thanks for all the comments and email...brought tears to our eyes....we miss you and are thinking of you...love and kisses....gene and susu
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Hi! We love reading about your adventures and it sounds like you are getting to know and see A LOT of your fellow travelers!! You both sound in great spirits and we can't wait to see the pictures. Enjoy!! Love, Kevin, Kimberly, Ben and Matthew
ReplyDeleteI am surprised you have the energy to post to the blog after all the walking and healing. So thanks for taking the time to stay in touch. I love meeting people from all over the world, what a privilege and honor to get to know other cultures. ENJOY!!! It seemed weird to not have you both at yoga tonight (tuesday and thursday nights won't be the same until you return)
ReplyDeleteHave talked to you, read your email and now the blog, all today. This is great! Don't worry about the pictures..you are doing a great job with the blog. Can't wait for the book to come out!
ReplyDeleteLove and sweet dreams, B
Am so proud of both of you! It sounds a bit gruling, but I am so comforted to know you are with such wonderful, caring people! We miss you so much, mom, and can't wait to see you! Everyone is good here and adjusting to school- look forward to your homecoming! Lots and lots of love and wishes to you both, Julie
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ReplyDeleteSo eager to hear how you and your feet are after getting back on the trail today. Just came back in from running errands and Drew told me that his feet are really sore, like Gaga's, from all the walking. Just wanted to let you know that you two aren't the only ones putting in lots of miles. :) Today officially marks Week 1 of your camino. Only 5 more to go! I think Dad is already tired of my phone calls 3 times a day. We miss you both! Love you, Claire
Go get 'em Gene and Susu!!! We are living vicariously and so proud of all your out of comfort zone experiences. Life is fuller and richer and more meaningful that way. Rah, rah, cis-cum-ba!
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ReplyDeleteI started on the journey with you a few days late, but I am already so proud of both of you - and agonizing over your feet!! Spain is so beautiful, and the people so kind and charming. I envy your seeing it all this way though I know that I could not walk it. Your path will be followed by me and many others - with joy and appreciation for you both and this expedition of a lifetime that you are sharing with us and each other. Pam L.