This little piggy went…

 



As I mentioned, my small toe on my right foot was not at all thrilled with the descent on the first day’s walk.  So, I started today by wrapping it as carefully as possible and then stuffed it into my boot.  A few blocks later I was still limping, so it was time to rethink my strategy.  I took off the Mole Skin and Band-Aid and ended up wrapping it together with the neighboring toe.  It was much happier that way. 





I was to meet Molly and Pauline on the bridge out of town at 7:00am.  I texted them to say that I was heading out.  Along the way I grabbed some breakfast and a coffee. Then off to meet them on the bridge.  When I got there, no friends and no text.  So I waited a bit and then texted them to say "have a wonderful day" as I was heading out.  Maybe I had overstayed my welcome…



So, I ended up walking most of the day alone, casually meeting old and new friends/pilgrims along the way. To be honest, I missed my walking companions.  Like my toe, I had become accustomed to leaning on them. It was nice to have someone to watch my bag when I went for coffee or a snack.  I missed our conversation and their sense of humor.  Molly eventually texted to say that they decided to take a lazy morning and leave later than planned. 


It’s all good and I wished them well.  Maybe our paths will cross again.  My key learning is that, like my toes, we are better together.  Walking the Camino represents life in many ways and we all need each other.





Gloria became a new friend and as we passed each other during the day.  We had fun cooling our feet in the fountain together.  I met a charming Japanese shop owner who was personally signing each stamp on our passports.  She was thrilled to hear that I had recently been to Japan.  Lots of nice people on the Camino. 













Around one corner today, someone had put a huge jug of water out at their front gate.  They had small crackers in a tray with olive oil and the best salted peanuts that I have ever had.  What a wonderful surprise from a stranger! 


Day 5 is now done and I have new foot cream for my feet.  The box claims it “prevents and relieves overheating” of my feet.  Sounds good to me! 



30,136 steps 

14.98 miles 

Location - Estella - 42.672566, -2.033435





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