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Published: October 17th 2014
John Brierley, the guy who wrote a comprehensive guide to the Camino, states in todays trek about the Gum Trees along the way, and sure enough as we journeyed there were the Australian natives tall & straight. The bark, the aroma, the sight brings back so many memories of life in the Aussie bush.
Our journey today was only short, and with the help of 6 wheels; Roger's leg needs a little more rest, and we want to walk the last two days into Santiago, so rather than risk further injury we chose a bus. The countryside is becoming more inhabited with many homes, larger cities, and the farms of course. The villages are giving away to larger cities, so life as we have known it for the last 6 weeks is changing.
Two things that are obviously different, the number of people, especially who smoke & drink, and also the smaller cars, due to high gas prices (petrol for aussies), I'm thinking of taking up linguistics for all those i have to interpret for to understand what i say. And know i don't mumble, thank you Kevin & Liz.
The next two days should be quite thrilling as we join 100's of other pilgrims for the final trek into Santiago. You can sense the tiredness in people who have nearly completed the 500 miles, or for aussies 800kms. The rain & wind of the last few days has been a strain, even the walking in wet clothes and boots. But, hey that's the commitment of us Pilgrims :-), :-).
Roger is quite the photographer; it has been interesting watching him chose scenes that to me are just average, but when they are displayed look fantastic. Most of the photos are to his credit, although there have been times he has allowed an untrained person like myself to use his camera.
This morning we were joined by 3 ladies, from Canada, Japan, Norway, they too have walked the whole way. Friendships seem to develop quickly as you walk, and along the way greetings are shared as we play the tortoise & the hare game. Some walk really fast, and stop longer, while others like Roger & myself walk a little slower, but finish around the same time each day.
For those of you seeking a challenge, or change of pace, i would recommend doing the Camino; it allows you to develop strengths you may never thought you had. It will definitely strengthen your walk with the Lord as you cast yourself upon Him for the inner strength to complete something out of your comfort zone. If not this, then try something of a challenge of another kind.
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Samuel Baney
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Greetings from your office!
Hi Daryl! So good to read your updates! I'm glad you are sharing your journey with us so we can in some small way, experience it with you. I must say, it is quite inspiring to see you guys do this walk. I hope to get the chance one day myself. I am praying for you both and know that you are much loved! - Sam