Tag Archives: Women Walking

Reliving The Camino (at least a bit)

Posted on June 8, 2016 by Woodswoman

Wednesday, June 8, 2016.  It is June and Neil and I are in Ouray at his log cabin, as we usually are during this time of the summer.  We have a new addition, a Golden Retriever Rescue female, six years … Continue reading →

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Leavin’ On A Jet Plane . . . for ITALY!!

Posted on October 22, 2015 by Woodswoman

Monday, October 12, 2015.  Tomorrow Laurie D leaves for Finisterre and Muxia, and will return to Santiago de Compostela in a bit less than a week.  The other Laurie and Salvatore left last night on a train to Barcelona, and … Continue reading →

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The Long Way To Somo, Skipping Santander, On to Santillana del Mar

Posted on September 18, 2015 by Woodswoman

Thursday, September 10, 2015.  Last night, Ernesto, through his translator peregrin0, told us about the longer but more beautiful coastal walk today to Somo, rather than taking the road. Feeling motivated and ready to be off the asphalt, I jump … Continue reading →

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Camino del Norte – 2015 – Beginnings

Posted on August 31, 2015 by Woodswoman

FIRST:  Please note:  The internet opportunities on this Camino are very infrequent so far, so no, I have not died, but though I’m writing on my Word docs, loading pics onto iPhoto, etc., I am unable to post frequently thus … Continue reading →

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It’s Not Camino Weather Yet

Posted on February 28, 2015 by Woodswoman

Saturday, February 28, 2015 I hate to start with the cliche, “How can February be over already?”, but it’s what’s on my mind.  Yes, it’s a short month, but still time is flying by, and this year, we actually have … Continue reading →

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Walking Between Woods and Ocean – October 2014

Posted on October 15, 2014 by Woodswoman

October 15, 2014 – Point Reyes National Seashore Well, for the past two-and-one-half years, this website has been about walking the Camino de Santiago, a project that was NOT ever on my Bucket List.  My Bucket List, for 10-20 years, … Continue reading →

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Zubiri to Pamploma

Posted on September 9, 2013 by Woodswoman

Wednesday, September 4 – Zubiri to Pamploma Today’s weather was similarly spectacular, the heat similarly brutal, but the tree cover significantly diminished.  I wondered often whether I might have heat stroke before the day was over.  (Have I said that … Continue reading →

Posted in Backpacks, Body readiness, Camino de Santiago, Kindness, Pamploma, Preparation, Spain, Staying open, Women Walking | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 10 Comments

It Hasn’t Gotten Any Easier Yet . . .

Posted on September 7, 2013 by Woodswoman

Note to Nancy K:  Well, I planned the distances in my head, based on the guide books for the Camino.  But then reality hits and I realize there is no way I can walk 18 miles per day in the … Continue reading →

Posted in Backpacks, Body readiness, Camino de Santiago, Equipment, Kindness, Preparation, Roncesvalles, Spain, Staying open, Women Walking, Zubiri | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | 6 Comments

To Roncesvalles and . . .

Posted on September 7, 2013 by Woodswoman

September 2, 2013 Monday . . . the big push.  At the time, I think it will be the biggest push, but as I view the walk after the first six days, I see that I am mistaken.  But that … Continue reading →

Posted in Backpacks, Body readiness, Camino de Santiago, Dorm life, Kayola/Orisson, Kindness, La Posada, Pyrenees, Roncesvalles, Spain, Staying open, What Goes on in the Mind | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | 8 Comments

Okay, Now We Really Begin . . .

Posted on September 5, 2013 by Woodswoman

Dear all: Though I imagined that each day I’d walk and each night I’d write and post, it just doesn’t turn out that way.  While there is often internet, rarely is there a plug for a recharge on the computer,  … Continue reading →

Posted in Backpacks, Body readiness, Camino de Santiago, Equipment, Hitchhiking in France, Kayola/Orisson, Miscellany, Preparation, Pyrenees, Spain, Staying open, What Goes on in the Mind, Wine tasting, Women Walking | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 9 Comments