I started doing the math for my airline tickets. I was obviously so excited when I first booked that I didn’t ask enough questions or do enough thinking. Here’s what happened – They get you coming and going. It’s a changed world out there. I will walk for the return of sanity – mine at […]
Camino #13 – Doing the Math Read Post »
Enter the black hole of “Tendonitis.” Two weeks ago, I developed some tendonitis in my right foot. It was my own stupid fault. I had neglected to pull the tongue of my running shoe straight and allowed a significant fold in the fabric to cut off blood supply to the right side of my right
Camino #12 – First Setback Read Post »
Today had nothing to do with walking and a lot to do with sitting and being very frustrated with a new website. Please let me explain. I’m so glad that I got my 10kms walk in this morning, because it is now time to make dinner and I have been sitting in front of my
Camino #11- This Blog Read Post »
My meeting last Saturday with the Toronto chapter of the Canadian Company of Pilgrims deserves a post on its own. It was held at Beach United Church, which is more of an event centre than a traditional church. The main room was large and airy with huge Gothic windows and comfortable seating – no kneelers.
Camino #10 – Other Pilgrims Read Post »
I am 85% there as far as preparation for my Camino in April 2024 is concerned. My 5th backpack arrived today. I loaded it up with most of my gear, weighted it – 10lbs with 2 waters – perfect! I can exchange one of the waters for something else about 1lb in weight, but for
Camino #9 – Specs. Read Post »
I wasn’t going to buy anything this weekend for my trip. I have almost everything I need except a few merino wool items – a pair of leggings, a pair of capris and 2 T-shirts. Of course FaceBook knows this and keeps posting these enticing ads for any and all of the above. I can
Camino #8 – Fun Stuff Read Post »
Lots more happening today, as well. This is the ebb and flow of holiday preparation. There are times when a whole lot happens and then there are weeks when nothing happens. I’ll ride the waves of a lot happening and walk to fill in the down time!! 1. I went back to Decathlon to return
Camino #7 – More Gear Read Post »
Lots happening today!! First, I made contact with a travel agent. The agent we have always used is just doing Tahiti now. (I know, it’s a tough life!) However, he referred me to a travel agent (female) in NB, who had planned to do a Camino in 2020, but had to cancel because of Covid.
Camino #6 – Tickets Read Post »
In addition to buying (on sale wherever possible) all the paraphernalia for my Camino, I have been in training. I know I have posted the trails and kilometres I have walked and described their varied terrain. I keep hoping for a sampling of what I might expect from the paths in Spain. Well, today was
Camino #5 – More Training Read Post »
Today I made two more purchases for my Camino walk. First, after spending ages online, I finally found a pair of Teva sandals in size 7. I usually wear a size 6, but the Camino forum’s advice is to go a size larger because feet swell with walking and a heavy pack. Also I will
