The End of the Earth

The End of the Earth

Oct 8, 2022 | Trekking | 13 comments

Finisterre, Spain October 8, 2022 Dear Family & Friends:  Lago to Cee, October 7, 2022 (17.7 miles) I departed the Albergue at 9:20 am, looking forward to my first view of the Atlantic Ocean upon arrival at Cee. Shortly after departure, I met my friends from...
Getting Close to the Atlantic Coast

Getting Close to the Atlantic Coast

Oct 6, 2022 | Mountaineering | 5 comments

Lago, Spain October 6, 2022 Dear Family & Friends:  Santiago de Compostela to Pena, October 5, 2022 (17.5 miles) Today, was not my finest hour on the Camino de Santiago. My steps were heavy as I left Santiago de Compostela because I missed Papa’s Pilgrims so much....
Santiago de Compostela

Santiago de Compostela

Oct 4, 2022 | Trekking | 15 comments

Santiago de Compostela, Spain October 4, 2022 Dear Family & Friends:  Pedrouza to Santiago de Compostela, October 3, 2022 (14.9 miles) Our last day on the Camino de Santiago was fun, easy and emotional. We took our time and enjoyed the beautiful views. We left...
Our Second to Last Day on the Camino de Santiago

Our Second to Last Day on the Camino de Santiago

Oct 2, 2022 | Trekking | 6 comments

Pedrouzo, Spain October 2, 2022 Dear Family & Friends:  Palas de Rei to Ribadiso de Biaxo, October 1, 2022 (16 miles) This was a truly enjoyable day on the Camino as we crossed numerous rivers and streams and travelled on well-worn dirt paths under a thick canopy...
Sleeping in Castles

Sleeping in Castles

Sep 30, 2022 | Trekking | 5 comments

Pazo de Laia, Spain (near Pales del Rei), September 30, 2022 Dear Family & Friends:  I begin by saluting Papa’s Pilgrims for their amazing performance on the Camino de Santiago. They have been with me since Astorga and have completed over 106 miles. Some of these...