Early Morning Philosophy Message

Praise For The Poles!

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October 19th 2016
Sorry Mr and Mrs K., it's not about you, not this time anyway. I love walking with the poles and can't imagine it without them. Used properly, they help drive you up hills, lower you gently into valleys and get you going on good surfaces. They are a second pair of legs, and it's surprising how much of the load you're arms can take. Not many people use them properly, just placing them out in fro ... read more

Europe » Spain » Galicia » Sarria

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Spain's powerful world empire of the 16th and 17th centuries ultimately yielded command of the seas to England. Subsequent failure to embrace the mercantile and industrial revolutions caused the country to fall behind Britain, France, and Germany in ... ... read more