Saturday 5 October 2013

On Our Way...

                 
Two days ago we set off from O'Cebreiro to begin our walk 
 to Santiago de Compostela.   

  
We  have had to face many challenges already ..including freak storm conditions 4,000 feet up ( Sue was literally blown off her feet at one point, much to the amusement  of some German pilgrims)  

Our wet weather gear was well tested in heavy rain, and we experienced  impressive thunder and lightning. 
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 However, we have also enjoyed wonderful views in glorious sunshine, 
and are proud of our achievements so far. 
Two long walking days with many steep inclines and no blisters!  

We have many stories to tell another day. 
Look out for the tale of the grumpy monk, and the first 
encounter with an octopus!   
As you would expect, we have laughed a lot!  

We look forward to another adventure tomorrow.

5 comments:

  1. It looks like an amazing place - I reckon it's going to be hard to keep walking when you want to explore!! Not liking the thought of you walking in storms (although I would have liked to see Sue being blown off her feet!).
    We are all SO proud of you both and can't wait to hear your stories...Octopus? up a mountain?
    love fee xx

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  2. Well done Granny and Sue. What a fitting start to an epic adventure! Who wants two weeks on a sun lounger when you could be encountering an octopus bearing monk with an attitude problem in a Spanish thunder storm?! It will be a great start to the first Chapter of your Spanish memoirs! You are both truly inspiring. Love you Al x

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  3. Laughed out loud at the idea of wind so bad you struggle to stay upright, have visions of you both clung to trees. Sounds like you are enjoying it, love you xxx

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  4. Well done on the first part of your journey ! We'll be following your adventures . Lots of love D & D x

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  5. Loving your tales! Thank you for the update... fascinating. And keep up the blogging! Stay safe, Susan x

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