Closing In On Santiago

Early this morning, we passed the 100K to Santiago marker. After 29 days of walking covering almost 700 kilometers, we are within a couple of days of finishing the Camino. (We plan to walk to Finnesterre, another 150 or so kilometers, but that is bonus miles.)

We left early this morning to beat the afternoon heat. It was dark and foggy and we missed a turn taking us a couple hundred meters in the wrong direction. We had to backtrack to get back on course. It wasn't a big deal, but any extra distance is not welcome at this point. 

The walk was quite pleasant early, through fog and most. It was quiet as well with few peregrinos. We have been staying in small villages and avoiding the large albergues. 

Today we are staying in a small farming village, Gonzar. We can tell there are many active farms every time the breeze picks up. There's not much here: two small albergues and a bar/cafe. But no tienda for groceries. I think that it will be like this until we get to Santiago. 

The weather is getting hotter, as well. This afternoon it is close to 100 degrees. With no air conditioning, I understand the siesta now. 

Today's good intentions are for Therese's bible study and book clubs groups. They are a good people who are interested in and supportive of Therese's adventures.