Long Days on the Camino

Long Days on the Camino

Villafranca, Spain September 26, 2022 Dear Family & Friends: The last two days have been long and hard walking days, which brought us into our destination villages after 6 pm. After a shower and dinner, I was too tired to work on my blog. So, this a long, catch-up...
Family Reunion in Astorga

Family Reunion in Astorga

Astorga, Spain September 22, 2022 Dear Family & Friends:  San Martin del Camino to Astorga, September 21, 2022 (19.4 miles) This was a long walking day, but I enjoyed every minute of the walk. First, the scenery was beautiful as the trail is not near any major...
A Note About Our Dad

A Note About Our Dad

September 21, 2022 This is Bill’s oldest daughter Lisa hijacking his blog without his knowledge. I am currently on a plane to Madrid with my 2 sisters, Lori and Amy, and niece Elle. We are so excited to be joining him so soon! Our dad is an amazing, wonderful human...
Getting Closer to a Family Reunion

Getting Closer to a Family Reunion

Note: in my last post (“Another Great Day on the Camino de Santiago”), for some reason, the photos did not publish. I have added the photos, and I invite you to review my last post with the photos. San Martin del Camino, Spain Dear Family & Friends: ...
Another Great Day on the Camino de Santiago

Another Great Day on the Camino de Santiago

September 18, 2022 Mansilla De Las Mulas, Spain Dear Family & Friends:  Sahagun to El Burgos Ranero, September 17, 2022 (11.1 miles) Sorry folks, but nothing much to see here. The walk was on flatlands, alongside paved roads. My walking speed increased to 3 miles...
The Rain in Spain Stays Mainly in the Plain

The Rain in Spain Stays Mainly in the Plain

September 14, 2022 Carrion de los Condes, Spain Dear Family & Friends:  Castrojertz to Fromista, September 13, 2022 (16.7miles) Just one mile out of Castrojertz is a steep 2,953 feet climb to the high ridge (Alto de Mostelares) where I enjoyed a spectacular view...
Hornillos to Castrojertz

Hornillos to Castrojertz

September 12, 2022 Castrojertz, Spain Dear Family & Friends:  Burgos to Hornillos del Camino, September 11, 2022 (13.2 miles) More rolling hills and beautiful open country. My first stop was the village of Tardajos. It was Sunday, so I attended a portion of the...
The Mystery of the Mona Lisa de Camino

The Mystery of the Mona Lisa de Camino

September 10, 2022 Burgos, Spain Dear Family & Friends:  Rest day in Villa Franca Montes de Oca, September 8, 2022  I took a much needed rest day in Villafranca (“French Town”) Montes de Oca (“Heart of all things Goose”) on September 8. The primary reason for this...
Resting in Villafranca Montes de Oca

Resting in Villafranca Montes de Oca

September 7, 2022 Villafranca Montes De Oca, Spain Dear Family & Friends:  Logrono to Najera, September 5, 2022 (18.5 miles) Najera to Santo Domingo de La Caza, September 6, 2022 (13 miles) Santo Domingo de La Caza to Villafranca Montes De Oca, September 7, 2022...