Oddly, I don't view that statement in the same way, although obviously context and tone are important. I might use it as an affirmation that everyone is not or does not need to be enamoured of the Camino experience and the decision not to go can...
lsg…..not only is the Camino for you, this whole world is FOR YOU!!!! I am moved by your vulnerability and honesty and so impressed with your bravery! You’ve so got this!!!! Buen Camino!!
If you can, get custom ear plugs. Specify that they are for high volume usage (as opposed to sleep) as they will block a lot more noise. If wearing these while walking keep to the far right of the trail at all times as you may not hear...
I walked earlier this year with my daughter who is in the same boat. She took Loop earplugs to take the edge off. They don't prevent her from hearing people or things, just take it down a notch. She said they were very helpful. They are light and...
I just finished the beginning of the Frances and the entire Portuguese with my teenage neurodivergent son. We took it day by day. When we needed a break, we took one and overall we had a really great time.
Taking it slow (or at least being...
If you have looked at guidebooks you will note that walking beside secondary and busier highways are sometimes unavoidable. When able, choose to walk along the « green routes » as sometimes they take you away from these noisier pieces of the...
I walk with an 84year old sister. So I keep optional methods of transport available should we need it. Most of the time we don’t need it but I try to update my list before we walk. On the CF getting a taxi usually does not take too long unless...
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