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May 22, Tricastella

We got a late start from O’Cebreiro. Late getting up, late breakfast, long breakfast….BY the way…yesterday was an important day as we just broke through the 100 mile Mark. We have 96.4 miles to Santiago de Compostella . We have walked 393.6 miles!

Foggy & Temperatures in low 30s

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Scattered patches of snow in the shady areas..That’s me in my heavy weather / Terrorist attire.

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Here are some photos along the way.

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The Mapbook we were following had a mistake of mileage.  What was indicated was an easy day of 12 miles.  The actual was 16.5 miles. We walked for 8 hours….got in at 7pm.

There’s the Pueblo of Tricastella  that we are headed towards. We are up very high with a very steep descent at Vino – 4 1/2 hours.

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Ah….a little closer…..Vino – 2 1/4 hours

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VINO AT 0 HOURS!

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19 responses

  1. Diane Brighton's avatar
    Diane Brighton

    You’re almost there! Almost 400 miles already, wow. Keep it up!

    May 22, 2013 at 8:34 pm

  2. Diane Brighton's avatar
    Diane Brighton

    Maribel says you look FANTASTIC!

    May 22, 2013 at 9:05 pm

    • Was she wearing her glasses?
      Mike

      May 25, 2013 at 2:05 pm

  3. Kay Dorrough's avatar
    Kay Dorrough

    Congratulations, mission almost accomplished. I love the two Vino pictures, close,
    closer and dinner table. Kay

    May 22, 2013 at 9:11 pm

  4. Beth Jones's avatar
    Beth Jones

    Congrats to be under 100 miles! What an accomplishment….Beth & Bill

    May 22, 2013 at 9:12 pm

  5. Martin Bell's avatar
    Martin Bell

    Finally….a nice photo of the two of you…and no ‘day-glo’ ponchos! Love you both.

    May 22, 2013 at 9:23 pm

  6. Whitney Newland's avatar
    Whitney Newland

    A much deserved food stop, and oh, looks like good wine to top it off.

    May 22, 2013 at 9:48 pm

  7. Marie Darr's avatar
    Marie Darr

    And to think I was proud I walk 60 miles in the Avon walk…I am in awe of you two.
    Continued blessings for a safe and memorable rest of the Camino,
    Hugs,
    Marie

    May 23, 2013 at 12:08 am

  8. Lynne Daniels's avatar
    Lynne Daniels

    Dinner looked Yummy! Wish we were enjoying it with you laughing and talking into the evening! Love you both….

    May 23, 2013 at 1:42 am

  9. mom's avatar
    mom

    What can I say but to repeat all of the above ! you two are awesome ! My thoughts and prayers are with you every step of the way. Love you both , Mom

    May 23, 2013 at 2:37 am

  10. Jane Litchfield's avatar
    Jane Litchfield

    Ah yes, vino ! Helps with a good night’s sleep…….You are on the last leg of walk , exciting! Lots of love goes with you……….xx Jane

    May 23, 2013 at 2:57 am

  11. Valerie Watson's avatar
    Valerie Watson

    When it comes to picking team members, I am picking Mike and Angie!
    For work and play! Enjoy!

    May 23, 2013 at 3:12 am

  12. Well, I am totally behind in leaving a comment, but I read your blog daily! As you know, I am on a three week substitute assignment and forgot how little time one has for email when working! I truly can’t believe how many miles you have walked. I can’t help but wonder how you will feel when you are back in Santa Barbara not planning to cover the many miles you cover daily now. I am sure it will feel strange. We know you are praying as you walk. Thank you for remembering so many in your prayers.
    Love,
    Mar

    May 23, 2013 at 4:27 am

  13. Maureen M. Masson's avatar
    Maureen M. Masson

    I just love getting these updates with commentary and pictures! I hope you can gather them all up and get them into a book of some sort after you get home.

    May 23, 2013 at 5:46 am

  14. Christine's avatar
    Christine

    OMG you are so skinny, you will be strutting the streets upon your return to SB. I know that there is a big aspect of the contemplative life with your voyage, but, let me get all superficial here. Because that’s the kind of person I am. Looking good, kids !

    Okay, p.s. we went to Rocamadour today, a very high location for pilgrimage (in SWFrance, on the Pilgrim Route). and it is a really sacred place, very moving emotionally as one spends time in the chapel where millions of pilgrims have prayed. The place is sacred and very beautiful. I thought of you both many times.

    May 23, 2013 at 3:35 pm

    • Thanks Christine…… I can’t believe Michael is with you……How did he pack his guitar?….Enjoy every bit of your trip. Mike & Angie

      “Mike & Angie

      May 24, 2013 at 7:23 am

  15. Pamela Larsson's avatar
    Pamela Larsson

    Just sending our love. I am in awe of you both!!

    May 23, 2013 at 5:17 pm

  16. Olé, olé, olé!!

    May 23, 2013 at 7:02 pm

  17. cynthia Garner's avatar
    cynthia Garner

    You two are glowing with health and happiness!
    Hugs,
    Cynthia and Ted

    May 24, 2013 at 2:25 am