Venimus Vedimus Vicimus !!
One year ago, our dream of walking the entire 490 mile length (800 km) of the Camino De Compostella, became a reality for us today at 1:30pm. WE MADE IT !
As soon as our tear soaked eyes were able to focus, we asked a fellow peregrino if he would take a photo of us. Here we are in front of the magnificent 10th century Cathedral Santiago De Compostella. This photo was taken just moments after our arrival.
We are staying at a Parador right in the cathedral square. We will be here for 3 nights. Monday we leave by train for Madrid. Tuesday, the 4th, we board the aircraft for our return home!
Thank you Lord Jesus for getting us here safely.
On a personal note to my son Frank: Frank, it is now the time to pay your little brother, Chris, the $100 you owe him as we have officially finished our journey.
Tomorrow, sadly, will be our last post.
Mike & Angie On The Camino de Santiago 
God is good!!
May 31, 2013 at 2:11 pm
Praise God! You two are my heroes. Maribel sends her praise as well.
It will be great to see you back in Santa Barbara and hear more details of your pilgrimage.
May 31, 2013 at 2:16 pm
My eyes were teary too reading your post. Congratulations! You are our heroes. What an incredible journey. Continued blessings for a restful and joy-filled last three days of your adventure.
May 31, 2013 at 2:31 pm
Dear Angie and Mike,
CONGRATULATIONS !!!!
I am sure that this journey lived up to all of your expectations.
Enjoy the rest of your trip.
Al Gazzilli
May 31, 2013 at 2:40 pm
Thank you Jesus, is so right. I can’t believe that you made it until the very end – you must feel so wonderful and basking in His Light. You must feel so elated and now able to relax and enjoy your surroundings. Have a wonderful flight back to Santa Barbara after a few days of relaxation.
Love, your admirer
Ann D
May 31, 2013 at 2:52 pm
Bravo Brava
May 31, 2013 at 3:02 pm
Well Done! Fantastic! See you back in the pool next week Angie. Have a safe trip home.xoxo susan
May 31, 2013 at 3:08 pm
So wonderful…so proud of you both…so happy for you. Such an unforgettable, amazing, life changing thing to do….Now, a much deserved rest! Safe travels home. Love to you both from both of us!
May 31, 2013 at 3:11 pm
Praise the Lord for enabling you to fulfill your dream! Congratulations! Beth & Bill
May 31, 2013 at 3:19 pm
Congratulations Mike and Angie. We are in awe of you. God bless.
May 31, 2013 at 3:32 pm
Did Frank bet against you both??? I would have taken that bet as I had total confidence .
Congratulations this was an amazing accomplishment.!!
Mark and Chris
May 31, 2013 at 3:32 pm
FABULOUS!! I am so proud of you guys!!!! I teared up reading this post. Its now time to relax and enjoy the rest of your trip. I cant wait to have you back home.
May 31, 2013 at 3:52 pm
Congratulation!!!!!! BRAVISSIMI!!!!!
May 31, 2013 at 3:55 pm
God Bless you both ! It has been quite an adventure! And thank you so much for including us! I cannot imagine having had the actual experiences. Yes, and God did grant you a safe journey. It brought tears to my eyes to see you standing there in the middle of the square . Hallelujah! xx Jane
May 31, 2013 at 4:03 pm
I always knew you you wouldn’t give up until you completed the journey! With Jesus by your sides and all of us cheering you on! congratulations my dear children,I am so proud of you !! Love,mom
May 31, 2013 at 4:08 pm
I am so happy for you and send congratulations on your strength and spirit. You are both so wonderful.
May 31, 2013 at 4:12 pm
With warmest Congratulations, Angie and Mike. BRAVO, HOORAY, HURRAH, GOOD JOB1! You held onto your dreams and with God’s blessings you accomplished your goal. This is a day to remember, outstanding. Your success is an inspiration to everyone.
We Love you and pray for a safe trip home. Enjoy these days of rest.
Our Love and Prayers,
Willie and Dinah
May 31, 2013 at 4:12 pm
Warmest Congratulations on a magnificent achievement. You’re in a league of your own, now. The memory you have both created for yourselves and for you friends is one that will never be forgotten. With admiration, Tom
May 31, 2013 at 4:40 pm
Not ever having heard of the Camino, when you told us last year that you were going, yes, we thought you were crazy. “Let’s get this straight, you are going on vacation to walk everyday for 2 months, can’t you just take a cruise in the Bahamas?!?”. After learning about the significance of the journey, we were all for it. After you trained for a year, we knew it was serious! I know when you set your sights you make it happen. I also know that Mom doesn’t quit! We are very proud (and relieved that you are safe and sound) and we can’t wait to see you! What an inspiration! Congratulations!
Chris, don’t spend the money in one place 😉
May 31, 2013 at 6:13 pm
Hi Mike & Angie,
Congratulations seems too inadequate a word to commend you for your accomplishment. Maybe Angie can teach me a couple of good Italian words for phenomenal ! 🙂
Take Care
Love,
Fred
May 31, 2013 at 6:54 pm
What can be said….Your dream came true and job well done. GOT WINE ! ! ! !
Steve and Patty
May 31, 2013 at 10:02 pm
Congratulations on courageous journey. You are both soooo amazing!! Can’t wait to see you back home:)
May 31, 2013 at 10:13 pm
You two are truly amazing. I have loved reading your “posts.” Congrats Jane B
May 31, 2013 at 10:30 pm
Congratulations, Mike and Angie! Of course, Mar the substitute teacher, could not write from work as they block us from sites they know nothing about. I was overjoyed to read you completed the journey as I read this when I first got to work. I was blocked from writing a reply, so here is my reply hours after I first tried!
What a feeling of accomplishment you both must have! You can now truly relate to how many pilgrims felt as they journeyed in faith years ago. Congratulations, again. Enjoy your time for relaxation. Angie, I can only imagine the many subjects you have seen that will inspire you in your art! Love you both!
Love,
Mar
June 1, 2013 at 12:47 am
Congratulations!!! That’s quite an accomplishment. Love the daily reports!
June 1, 2013 at 6:32 am
I’m teary eyed reading your message. Congratulations!!!! from both uf us. Can’t wait to see you both and hear “the Rest of the Story” saw Chris last night at “Harrys” I think he’s in love with Lola
xoxoxoGeonine and Kerry
June 1, 2013 at 7:24 pm
Congrats, Angie & Mike! We’ve enjoyed following your adventures and applaud you not only for completing this remarkable journey but for still enjoying each other’s company (culinary quibbles aside…).
We look forward to Angie returning to aqua — an exercise that won’t exacerbate her foot pain.
Safe return.
June 1, 2013 at 9:20 pm
Bravo, Mike and Angie! Your smiles light up entire piazzi! Well done, Peregrinos!
Arlene
June 1, 2013 at 10:34 pm
Whew! Talk about a “life experience” you did it.
We thought our African Adventure with you guys was memorable, but you guys topped that off. A GREAT ACCOMPLISHMENT.
Look forward to seeing you on your return.
Whitney & Judy
June 2, 2013 at 3:02 am