Monday 23 April 2007
day 12 santo domingo to belorado 24kms
went to a mass in the cathedral last night--they have a chook pen in the cathedral - a long story- and then out to dinner with vigo and frankie and liz and carol (spending the night in a hotel--200 bucks a night) had to rush back at 5 to 10 --they lock the doors at 10 and let no one else in--as i was the last bed i scored the bed next to the door so every time someone got up they would brush past me to open the door and the light from outside would flood in --got only 1 hours sleep-- but grateful for a bed at all. My earliest start this morning 630am--met an american lady joyce a bit later--she had just gone an hour out of her way besause a sign had fallen off and was pointing the wrong way. fresh from my lesson a week ago i fixed the sign up to point the right way. i was pushing to keep up wiyh her and she went on --then caught her at the next town--no arrows but so workmen sent us in the right direction, stayed with her then for 2 hours but then i needed a break so she went on. did the walk today in 6 hours choice of 3 places to stay--always a judgment call--whats written in the guides--what people tell you. walked in and welcomed by helene who i hadnt seen for a few days---its great to see a friendly face in a strange town---later tim turned up--offloading his pack did the trick for him. quiet afternoon now catching up with washing and diary and resting for the day--days ahead. thanks for all your comments--hello linda
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24kms!!! Doesn't the average housewife/househusband walk 25kms in a normal day of housework?
And that bloke you met coming towards you on three different days was probably just walking home from work.
What can I say after that comment!! I thought he would be a spriit helping to give you strength on the way - one of the saints maybe. So glad you fixed up the sign. Anzac day today David is marching with Dad's medals so we'll be getting together eating Anzacs and discussing your stranger!!. This is your thought for the day. Doesn't mean anything to me but maybe it has some deep meaning for you..."Life is like a motor car. A motor car can be used to travel to great heights. But most people lie in front of it, allow it to drive over them, then blame it for the accident"
Have just come back from the dawn service, a big crowd for the Ridge, and apart from them having problems with the music"The last post .. the tape player wouldnt work,until someone thought of driving their car up to the microphone, problem fixed!! The Best laid plans. Candy wore Dad's medals, we were rembering last year, what a treat to have done that trip together!! Gotta be a sign from above that bloke you keep passing!! Big Hugs
Candy has just been here to read your journey up to this date!! She sends her love .. Were going to a barbie tomorrow at their place for her birthday.
Was Tim the fellow who was having problems with his feet? I was so delighted that he has continued on and he seems to be OK. Havent heard from you for a couple of days hope your travelling OK and you are getting your second wind.
My thought for the day
'When we embrace the quiet times, we open our hearts to the gift and the profound purpose of the moment. Often this is when we discover the real beauty our souls are made of, the undaunted strength of our faith, and the wonderous miracle it is just to be alive' Here's to embracing the quiet times.
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