The Rain in Spain...

So today, we made it through most of the day without it raining and then about 3:15 it started to rain. We got a late start (9:00 am) so we only made it 20 km of our 28 km scheduled for today. The next week of walking is between 18-24 km each day so we will be able to make up our 8 km without too much trouble.

The super positive thing is we checked into an Albergue with a private room, two twin beds, private bathroom and a real bathtub (not the miniature ones I have come across). Martin went for a nap while I had the longest bath. My feet and legs are in heaven right now.

So backing up a bit. We made it to la Cruz de Ferro. It was an amazing place to spend time and to reflect on my journey. I placed my rocks and left them behind with hope and excitement for what the future will bring.

The next day, Martin and I were walking through Ponnferrada and we decided to take a little break from walking and tour Castillo de los Templarios (The Templars' Castle)

It was the best time ever.  I even got an opportunity to explain my understanding of military strategy based on my "Age of Empires - Castle Battles".

It was loads of fun walking through the castle.

When we finished, we still had hours of walking to do so we set out determined to make it to Villafranca. We talked about many things along the way but what stuck out the most was how important it is to actually stop and smell the roses...

In the end we made it into Villafranca late and tired. It was a 30 km day not including the castle tour. So we were happy to get into our room and then head out for dinner.

You meet so many people on the Camino. We have met this lovely 77 year old man from Fort Langley, BC, his name is Roy.

Roy lost his wife a few years ago and he has been raising money for the Langley Hospice that cared for her http://langleyhospice.com

Check it out if you have time. If you are inspired to donate let them know Roy from the Camino sent you.

I am currently listening to the rain falling outside and so grateful we stopped early and didn't push on to the next stop.

We have 7 more walking days to Santiago

See you all soon

Love

Lauralee

"The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step."

Lao-tse