Now In Pamplona
We arrived yesterday after a somewhat level walk from Zuberi , Spain. We spent the night here and will leave tomorrow morning for Puente La Reina. This one day rest was very needed as Angie has some knee issues.
I am very proud of Angie. I never would have believed she could endure the climb we had in the Pyrenees. I mentioned before the strong winds we encountered. There was a time when it was difficult to advance and I saw the wind blow Angie backwards. We stayed close to the mountain side – away from the edge.
The descent went well for about one hour. Mostly still through snow. Then there was a warning rope blocking the normal path into Roncevalles. Too much snow for a safe descent. A hiker lost his life there 3 1/2 weeks ago in a blizzard. We took the detour but it was very steep – 45 degree average slope and took 2 hours to reach the floor. Can you say Jubilation? (I knew you could)! This long steep descent took a toll on Angie’s left knee.
Here are some photos of Pamplona and of some wonderful people we met along the way.
Mike & Angie On The Camino de Santiago 
Wow, for sure I am in awe! I hope Angie’s knee recovers and you both remain in good health! You are in my thoughts and prayers daily! Vaya con Dios! Love, Marianne
April 16, 2013 at 2:41 pm
Angie I am so proud of and in awe of you. Please take care of yourself. Mike I love and miss you both and look forward to your return home.
xoxoxo
April 16, 2013 at 2:49 pm
The hardest part must be over. A 45 degree descent is difficult, let alone
the snow. Wow, your souls will surely be cleansed. Kay
April 16, 2013 at 3:12 pm
Angie and Mike………….Willie and I are so proud of both of you. Willie is so funny, last night he tells me sadly “Angie & Mike have not posted anything today; I wonder how they are doing?” This journey must be so exciting and rewarding, keep up the good work. We send you our Love, our thoughts and prayers………..Dinah & Willie
April 16, 2013 at 4:01 pm
Well, I guess your dreams of rappelling are over. Take it easy on your lovely wife, you maniac!
God Bless. T
April 16, 2013 at 11:59 pm
Constance and Claudia are checking in and Claudia is preparing for this journey in the Fall. Claudia will be following you too! Love you and miss you, Constance xxxooo
April 17, 2013 at 2:26 am
You are both unbelievable, think I would have been in tears:) I wish you better weather and a safe trip.
April 17, 2013 at 5:05 pm
Well, I told you so ! Jimminy Christmas , take the duck tape and tape the knee together ! The pictures are beautiful ……I,m glad I’m the mouse in your pocket ! And I brought my fur too !! Ha,ha,ha ! By the way Angie, nice hat ! You just need a feather. P.s. Dan put the house on the market. Open house next Wed. April 24th. Love you xx Jane
April 18, 2013 at 3:20 pm
Hey Jane! We are averageing 12 miles a day. It’s tough but we are managing. You are not going yo believe this…. We met a great couple.. Maria &John. They know your daughter in Arizona!!.. Anyway…we lost them on the trail. Can you get their email address from your daughter and email to me as soon as possible? Thanks, Mike
“Mike & Angie
April 21, 2013 at 4:40 pm