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The Camino waits - no
matter what the weather... |
During our first 10 days on the Camino we were blessed with moderate temperatures and blue skies. When it did rain, it was in
the afternoon after we had settled into our hotel.
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Each pilgrim walks a personal Camino.
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These last three days, though,
we’ve walked in howling wind, intermittent rain, and temperatures in the 40s
and and 50s. We’re fortunate to have
come equipped with Smart Wool long underwear, layers of technical fabrics, and
serious outerwear to cut the wind and rain. We see many pilgrims struggling
through in shorts and ponchos.
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Dan, 80 years old, said
the weather was the worst
he's seen.
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At the
end of the day, we’re all beaten down not only by the miles and steep ascents
but also by the psychological wear and tear of leaning into the wind, slipping
on wet rocks, and trudging through mud.
Dan, who has done the Camino 12 times,
said the past two days were among the worst he has experienced.
Remarkably,
everyone’s attitude remains positive and upbeat, no one complains.
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With 500 miles to walk, it's
important to understand
when rest is needed....
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We noticed several taxis waiting outside the alburgues the morning after one
particularly grueling stage, ready to ferry beaten-up pilgrims ahead to the
next town. There’s no shame in taking a well-earned rest day. Each pilgrim’s
Camino is a personal journey.
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This film crew was documenting
wet and tired pilgrims.
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Thank goodness you aren't wearing Rob's old raincoat, Ning!!
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