Completed another 20 km today in about 6 hours. I'm happy to be able to put my feet up for the rest of the afternoon. Me and another new friend (from Germany) got here around 1:00 after leaving Conques 20 minutes before 8 AM. He pressed on after we had a supermarket lunch together since the day is still young. I would have liked to, but even after that long break, my Achilles heel was starting to protest. It was another gorgeous day. I don't know how long my luck will hold out, but so far it's been sunny every day and each morning has been providing brisk, cool air, a clear sign of Autumn. That chill was perfect today because we had to climb out of Conques with yet another long, steep hill. We were climbing it, possibly, for close to 90 minutes. On the way up, there was a cute chapel with a bell in its bell tower we were allowed to ring, which was fun.
I've already made a reservation tomorrow for Figeac (30km) and for my pack to be brought there so now I get to chill out the rest of the day and relax. I like having plans in advance. Another piece of really good news is that yesterday I learned of Donitivos where you can help out at the hostel and then sleep there for free so that will be what I do tomorrow. Super excited because this way, I would only have to pay for my bag to move and not for much of anything else!
Hey Char-Bar!! So glad that things are falling into place there for you! Sounds like a great hike. I've been loving your pictures and have been sharing them with Susan and Debbie, who I think you have met. She hiked part of the El Camino years ago and longs to go back. Debbie especially loves your photos because they remind her of the beauty that she remembers. Are you planning to hike the entire trail all the way until the end in Spain? Also, I saw Moira Weldon, the retired Special Ed teacher.
ReplyDeleteShe is Leah's mom. Moira is also especially interested in your travels and offered
again to sit down and talk with you when you get back, if you would like to.
Take good care of your Achilles tendon and your toes and feet so they can carry
you to your destination, wherever that may be.....I love you very much! Dad