Cruz De Ferro
We left for Cruz De Ferro (iron cross) at 8:45 this morning. Temperature was in the high 30s with light snow flurries. It stayed that way all day. We were bundled up including our Fruit of the Loom ponchos!
The walk was uphill but was distributed over 6 miles. It was not as difficult as we thought it would be. The trail & surrounding mountains were bursting with purple heather in full bloom.
When we reached the cross, after 2 1/2 hours, we were overtaken by emotion. We placed our stones and prayed the Pilgrim’s Prayer for our family, our special friends that are very ill and all of you following our blog.
THE PILGRIM’S PRAYER
Lord, May this stone, a symbol of my efforts on the pilgrimage, that I lay at the foot of the cross of the Saviour, one day weigh the balance of my good deeds, when all the deeds of my life are judged. Let it be so. Amen
While the uphill leg today presented no problems, the last 2 miles of the descent was extremely steep, narrow & treacherous. See the photo below. Rocks made passage slow and difficult. Much concentration. If you step on one of these bad boys at the wrong angle you will turn your boots into roller skates for about 2 seconds and then it is “backs” over elbows!
Finally we arrived in Acebo at 5pm. Acebo is a beautiful quaint pueblo situated on the side of the same mountain we came down. All of the houses are constructed from local stone. Believe me when I say there is enough of this stone around here to build homes for many centuries to come!
The first photo is of the beginning of the Pueblo, then our room, bathroom and an outside photo taken from the bedroom window.
Mike & Angie On The Camino de Santiago 
Congratulations on yet another milestone along your pilgrimage. Buen camino!
May 16, 2013 at 7:38 pm
What a truly amazing, inspirational day!!!!
Do you happen to know how we might track William tomorrow in SDC?? We would so love to meet him. After today on the Camino, Alex is pretty much bedridden….please pray for him.
We love you both!!! Debbie and Alex
May 16, 2013 at 7:42 pm
Hi Debbie,
I sure hope Alex is just tired and he is not hurt in any way.
William will probably be at the Pilgrim mass at the cathedral. I believe it is at noon but you should check. He will be with his wife.
Much Love,
Mike
May 16, 2013 at 8:02 pm
Congratulations on the summit. You must both know that your hearts are in a
good place. You are truly pilgrims on Saint James’ Way.
When God gives people stones, you built your house with stones. God
gave the people of Tibet stones, but not very many, so they build their
houses of some stones and Yak skins, and they cook with Dong.
Somehow all this works. God works in strange ways.
Angie, are you carrying a back pack again. Looks like you are.
Kay
May 16, 2013 at 8:14 pm
I know how emotional it was for both of you I know it was for me just seeing both of you there and viewing your arrival and the beautiful pictures. God bless you , you are both fantastic ! Love, Mom
May 16, 2013 at 8:20 pm
and “Let it be so” God Bless you both as you continue your journey! xxoo Maria
May 16, 2013 at 8:31 pm
Mike and Angie,
Gods Blessings to both of you, we are constantly amazed at this incredible challenge you have accomplished, Even if at this point if you don’t finish (which we know you will) this is an awesome fete. We love you and continue to pray for you Geonine and kerry
May 17, 2013 at 12:02 am
Mike and Angie,
I am speechless. I am in awe of all of this beauty you have shown us and the strength you two have. The cross, so wonderful, thank you Lord. Barbara
May 17, 2013 at 2:10 am
Dear Mike and Angie,
Like a pebble dropped in water, your prayers radiate out and touch so many hearts!
Arlene
May 17, 2013 at 3:37 am
It was emotional reading your blog today, but not as emotional as I’m sure it was for you two. Continued blessings as you “put one foot in front of the other!”
Love,
Marie & Larry
May 17, 2013 at 4:58 am
Hey guys! Things are looking much better especially if you plant yourselves in a field. Someone may mistake you for two roses in your “rain gear”. Hah ! Seriously, Aren’t you proud of yourselves? I know we all are !! There is less than 200 miles left !! ( I”m still going to take the bus) God Bless you, He is sure watching over you! Still miss you and am hoping to see you in real life soon ! Am still planning our renewal of our vows and the 2 receptions ! Love you xx Jane
May 17, 2013 at 6:00 am
Thank you so much for taking us along on your momentous adventure. Have tears in my eyes hearing about your experience at the cross. Be so careful, we love you and thank you. Hugs, Pamela
May 17, 2013 at 5:34 pm
Mike & Angie. I was really moved by your most recent experiience on your pilgrimage. I really can’t imagine what your feelings must be. God bless you and be with you. Paul & Diana O’Keeffe
May 17, 2013 at 5:39 pm
You guys are just amazing. I really do enjoy your wonderful stories every day. Thanks so much for sharing this wonderful adventure. Keep up the good work. See you back in Santa Barbara. Lots of Love! Susan and Ron
May 17, 2013 at 11:20 pm
Very emotional blog. I know how we felt leaving prayers at the prayer wall at Mary’s house in Ephesus. I would say in Dr. Phil’s words, you are both experiencing a “life defining moment!”
May 17, 2013 at 11:40 pm
Sorry, I did not sign my last posting… it is me, Mar, responding too quickly!
Love,
Mar
May 17, 2013 at 11:44 pm
What life changing moments you have been throuth and we through you. Our prayers are with you to the successful end. We are remembering Alex in prayer also! Beth & Bill
May 18, 2013 at 5:44 am
I am in awe of you both and continued prayers for your journey.
May 21, 2013 at 6:44 am