May 24 & 25 Morgade – Portomarin
We have been without WiFi and cell coverage. Now in Portomarin with approximately 60 miles to go to reach our destination.
If you remember from the last post, the navigator, I mean Angie, was not happy with my recent dietary choices. This is my latest choice, need I say more?
Seriously, though, after 430 miles I am learning to control my anxieties….. “Ahh, but the strawberries, that’s …..that’s where I had them….”
Seriously, we are in top shape considering the mileage! Angie still has constant pain in her left foot. It hurts the most on the downhills. She controls the pain with regular doses of Advil during the walk. She presses on each day. Our spirits are high and now we are further motivated by the closeness of Santiago de Compostella. We miss our family and friends…I guess you can say we are a little homesick. Living out of a backpack does take a toll over a month & a half!
Here are some photos on the way to Portomarin. We went through a lot of cattle farms here in Galicia. No sheep photos because I have taken too many of those already. Also, no cows because our good friend Christine Holland, who is now in Paris, says they scare her (something about mind control)
Sorry, Christine, I couldn’t resist!
This one is for Pamela, Dr. Chris & Mark
The Galicia region is just stunningly beautiful. Country living personified.
“Country roads, take me (us) home “……..
Portomarin, where we are now for the night. Taken from about 2 hours away.
Mike & Angie On The Camino de Santiago 
You guys are amazing!!!!!!! Truly amazing!! Much love and prayers to you as you head into the final stretch!!! Can’t wait to hear all about it!!!
May 25, 2013 at 1:50 pm
Good Morning Mike and Angie,
Well, I had my field trip with the third grade. We walked 3 miles from school to Brand Park and back. Needless to say, they had back packs on their backs and moaned and groaned all the way. I HAD to mention your trip and the mileage you had covered…. silence after that!
I tend to be OCD with the camera in my hand and took over 150 pictures for this 3 mile trek! Can’t imagine what your trip would have done to me! I love your pictures of the scenery, animals, food, and of course the two of you,…. everything!
I can feel the pounding in your hearts as you see your destination ahead of you. Those tears shall flow. Our prayers are with you in this last stretch!
Love,
Marianne
May 25, 2013 at 2:10 pm
Thanks Mar, We’re thinking about you, Al & Mark every day. Much Love, Mike & Angie
“Mike & Angie
May 25, 2013 at 5:37 pm
Gorgeous pictures. Love the cow. Angie think of the views/photos that you’ll be able to paint!!! I’m so in awe of you two. God bless. Love, Mo
May 25, 2013 at 3:00 pm
Hi Morning, I can’t wait to get back. Miss you all. Angie
“Mike & Angie
May 25, 2013 at 5:06 pm
I, too, can only imagine what the memories of this time will bring to your lives….travel safely…love you…
May 25, 2013 at 3:48 pm
Hi Mike and Angela, wonderful pictures just beautiful and only 6o miles to go wow what a fantastic journey God bless you both as you approach Santiago de Compostella, On June 6th I will be in Santa Barbara to attend Dan and Maryln’s daughter Cara’s graduation and Party . I will be going up with Aunt Mal and Tony and Jannie ,we will be returning the same evening. Love and a great big hug and Kisses to both of you. Love, Mom
May 25, 2013 at 4:03 pm
Mike, tell Angie you NEED those carbohydrates that come from Pizza and Beer. I’m sure you’re both burning much more than you take in…… Remember this one? Dave Dudley-
Well my rig’s a little old,
But that don’t mean she’s slow.
There’s a flame from her stack,
And the smoke’s rolling black as coal.
My hometown’s coming in sight,
If you think I’m happy your right.
(you fill in the number of days).. on the road and I’m gonna make it home tonight.
Rock on!
May 25, 2013 at 5:11 pm
Yea, great one…..”I can dodge all the scales alright”…….. Mike
“Mike & Angie
May 27, 2013 at 11:21 am
We thank you for those thoughts and prayers. They are very much appreciated.
Love,
Mar
May 25, 2013 at 5:46 pm
Thank you Mar. Mike
“Mike & Angie
May 27, 2013 at 11:16 am
Michael I have enjoyed all your blogs – you bring it all to life. You still have your sense of humor considering all the miles you have gone in conditions that are not ideal. I have wondered what you and Angie carry in your backpacks. When you met Miguel a while back, it was God sending an Angel your way when the business man warned you about Miguel’s intention. Enjoy your photographs and happy to see you were having a delicious pizza along with your beer. So happy to hear you are nearing the end of your long, long journey.
Ann D.
May 25, 2013 at 5:53 pm
Thanks Ann, I will do the next blog on the backpack. Great question. Mike
“Mike & Angie
May 27, 2013 at 11:14 am
LOVE your “blogs?” You guys are amazing. Congrats. Can’t wait to see yu and hear more about your amazing voyage. I envy you!!!! Jane B.
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May 26, 2013 at 12:33 am
Beautiful pictures, Loved the Cows and the Sheep all the animals. I bet you miss your Lola. As you near the end of the journey you must be beyond thrilled you hung in. We are still so amazed. Prayers and Love, Geonine and Kerry
May 26, 2013 at 11:58 pm
Miss you guys see you soon! Mike & Angie
“Mike & Angie
May 27, 2013 at 11:10 am