Hippy Dippy

We have left the plains of the Meseta behind and started back into the mountains today. Our 26K to Foncebadon was gradually  uphill and then a nice, steep climb to the final village. It was good to have a bit of tough hiking from the flats of the past few weeks. 

This town is an abandoned farming village that is being brought back to life for the peregrino trade. It has a long way to go, but the town has a very laid back, 1960s vibe. It has attracted many Spanish dropouts as well as the odd ex-pat from the U.S., Canada, Brazil, etc. Here's our albergue for the night and some of the local traffic. 

Yesterday, we stayed in Astorga, a well-to-do city with another fabulous cathedral. We went over to take a look and came across a wedding inside. 

Since it was Saturday night, everyone was out on one of the several city plazas enjoying the weather and people watching. 

Today's good intentions are for our many nieces and nephews in the Willis and Wisnieski families. You have or are growing into being enjoyable and interesting adults.  You are lots of fun at the family reunions.