Day 3: Larrasoaña to Cizur Menor (via Pamplona) Walking with simplicity, meant that one’s mind was clear, open and receptive. – Judy Foxx After splurging on a room for myself and sleeping 8 1/2 hours, I feel like a NEW woman! My aches have settled and my energy is now restored. My private room also includes a fantastic breakfast […]
Day 2: I will Survive!
Day 2: Roncesvalles to Larrasoaña There is a crisp sound of progress with each step. – Andrea Kirby I wake up in the Roncesvalles alburgue at 6:30 am to beautiful angelic music playing from the DVD player. I lay in my bunk, exhausted from no sleep due to the snoring and lack of earplugs, but smile knowing I am now […]
Day 1: Crossing the Pyrenees
Day 1: St Jean Pied-de-Port to Roncesvalles Onward! Upward! God help us! – author unknown My goal was to get on the Camino trail at 7:30 am, just before sunrise, knowing the path would be guided by the town’s lights or the use of my headlamp. However, after grabbing my sandwich from the hotel frig and checking […]
Camino Rest Day
Camino Rest Day: St Jean Pied-de-Port What is life but one grand adventure. Bonjour family and friends! You are probably wondering, “Where in the world is Michelle?” Well, I have traveled all the way from Scottsdale, AZ to an adorable village here in France called, St. Jean Pied-de-Port. This quaint town is nestled at the base […]