we spent most of the day´s walk with Brendan and Michael from Ireland, and discussed the world´s problems
No doubt if we all behaved as pilgrims, asking little and accepting what comes the world would be a happier place.
They started from Astorga, as did many others. Some started from Sárria, 112 km from Santiago, the minimum distance one can walk and get the official finish certificate from the church
We suspect that many are not even walking that far - there are vans and taxis taking both back packs and pilgrims some of that way. Some springy looking legs too!
We are walking much slower than our original days, even tho the conditions are easier. We are generally more relaxed both physically and mentally
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You have done SO WELL. When you reach Santiago go to the cathedral, meditate and say a prayer for us all. Don't rush away, relish what you have done and forget the wimps and spurious 'pilgrims'. You have gained a life experience that few are privileged to enjoy. Love, Dad/Grandad
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