Balcony people

This morning came early as I was staying in another albergue with lots of beds, so it was early to bed and early to rise.  As I was waiting for the dawn, I checked my blog and was delighted by my balcony people’s comments!  I can’t tell you how much strength comes from your encouragement and enthusiasm for my adventure.


For those who don’t know Balcony People, by Joyce Landorf Heatherley, you might want to check it out.  It was one of my mom’s favorite books.  It is a good reminder that we need each other and the support of people cheering us on from the balcony.  This is God’s plan.


When I walked into town yesterday, the area seemed a bit rundown.  


However, leaving today I passed a beautiful trail by the river and what resembles Sedona, Arizona.  It was a good reminder that we are to build our lives on the rock of our Lord.  


I also saw another big reconstruction project underway at the town cathedral.  Although it is wonderful to keep these buildings in good condition, I really wish they were being used as more than museums.  




A year ago, when we were in Bath, England, we visited their Abby.  It has been turned into a vibrant community center with a coffee shop and reading center, in addition to being a place of worship.  I like this model!


Today was a much easier walk. Mostly due to my attitude.  I have had two great mentors in my life to model physical endurance and tenacity, without grumbling.  Both Kelly Robinson and Ray Brook showed me time and time again to just buckle down and get it done.  Many thanks to these men for modeling the way for me!  Now I just need to apply it…

Years ago we purchased a new car and decided to drive it from Seattle to Los Angeles to celebrate.  Along the way, at each rest stop, we ran into Grateful Dead fans who were following the band down the coast.  (We ended up stopping to buy a Grateful Dead CD just to fit in.)


The Camino walk reminds me of this phenomenon, playing leapfrog with the crowd.  I keep running into my Camino family members from time to time.  It is wonderful to have something in common with these random people.  We are all pilgrims, with our shells and passport stamps.  (I am up to 49 stamps in my passport!)






Today flew by and I only have another 23 days to go.



Thanks again for the encouragement! 

 


Yes, the rooftop view picture is from the top of the cathedral tower.  Climbing the tower seemed like the logical thing to do after walking 15 miles.  Besides, I received a cool stamp for doing it.  :-) 





29,919 Steps

  14.94 Miles 

Location:  Santo Domingo de la Calzada @ 42.439688, -2.955233




Comments

  1. CindyMay 27, 2023 at 8:15 AM

    Always go up, my dear! You are doing great and I am so very proud of you. This is a huge effort, mentally as well as physically, that you are making and I'm sure you will be blessed by it all! XOX

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  2. CathMay 27, 2023 at 10:02 AM

    Detail person that I am, I’ve noticed the change of glasses and that makes me smile, as one can be accessorized well, even traveling light 😁

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