200+ amazing miles in 16 days

 Posted by LP

I’ve put quite a bit of effort into walking today…not sure I have enough energy for an interesting post, this is all I have in me…

Photo - “pilgrim” sign advertising “economic breakfasts” at a petrol/gas station we passed as we walked out of our “first breakfast” town
Photo - sheep (there were lots not captured by this photo)) being led by a shepherd and 4 sheep dog 
Photo - “second breakfast” location = a food/coffee shop truck in the middle of nowhere - we were very happy to see it :)
Photo - 400 km (about 250 miles) marker to Santiago …..look at us go!
Photo - VQT walking along a very long trail (today was a lot of walking, a lot of miles and a lot of sky)
Photo - Ken and Lynda (we’ve bumped into them several times) from N California - this time at our afternoon beer stop 🍺
Photo - Tina and others at afternoon stop cafe….we were so happy to see them and the cafe = a very welcome break 
Photo - green door at one of the very few towns (only 2) we walked through on today’s walk
Photo - sign at the side of the trail that says “It is easier to walk with a broken leg, than a broken heart,” by Russell Kenny, English Guitarist 


Comments

  1. To Dog With LoveSeptember 16, 2025 at 12:24 PM

    You had me at sheep and dogs! So much blue sky... and I'm not so sure about the broken leg quote. Congrats on finishing a huge day!

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  2. CDZSeptember 16, 2025 at 1:16 PM

    Loved seeing the 4 working dogs and sheep and farmer. picture for a frame. as well as the solo of VQT walking up the hill.

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  3. AnonymousSeptember 16, 2025 at 1:55 PM

    I can’t believe how far y’all have walked these past few days! That is an amazing accomplishment! I hope your pride in doing that spurs you onward! Y’all are amazing!

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  4. AnonymousSeptember 16, 2025 at 1:56 PM

    From Pamela

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  5. DeniseSeptember 16, 2025 at 3:57 PM

    The poinsettias hanging upside down from the ceiling at your 2nd breakfast stop are quite peculiar.

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  6. AnonymousSeptember 16, 2025 at 6:25 PM

    Green doors. Sheep herding. Camino friends. Sounds delightful...except for those 18 miles!
    Cheryl P

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  7. BarbaraSeptember 17, 2025 at 3:23 AM

    I am amazed!! Hoping there is a birthday celebration along the way!!

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  8. AnonymousSeptember 17, 2025 at 4:28 AM

    Congratulations! 200 miles! Yes you have had an adventurous day! I’m so glad you saw some green doors and I love the sign about the broken leg and broken heart… you both deserve beers and wine celebration of your journey so far. sending hugs, ROBBIE💚

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