Its been a busy few days moving forward to our next big stop in Burgos. We’ve been hearing from many of our friends that are a day or two ahead of us. Several of them are having health issues ranging from blisters to twisted ankles, from bad knees to sciatica nerve pain. Several of those afflicted have abondoned the Camino and bused or taxied to Burgos for rest and convalescence. We know that we have been fortunate. However, after the 14 mile hike from Najera to Santo Domingo yesterday, Carrie has developed a few blisters that are painful to walk on, even with careful bandaging and using sock liners along with our anti blister wool socks.
So, after arriving in Santo Domingo, we’ve decided to stay off the road for a few days so she can recover. We caught a bus to Belorado today (about $5!) and will bus again to Burgos tomorrow. We’ll catch up with friends and see the historical sites there. Many have said that the first third of the Camino is physical, the second third is mental, and the last third is spiritual. I certainly agree with that adage so far.
We continue to see beauty and inspiration as we make our way to Santiago. Here is more proof:
We also continue to find delicious meals at very reasonable prices. We think we have figured out the Spanish eating schedule. When we are finished walking for the day, typically about 2PM, we get to our hotel, clean up and set out to find a value priced “menu del dia”, which is our big meal of the day. Here are pics of todays lunch, which included a choice of starter, an entree, dessert and wine for about $14 each! What a deal.
Digital Postcards 