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  1. David Harper

    What if they just kept on walking?

    I see repetitive posts on here, but have not seen this topic. This is something that I never would have considered to even interest me prior to doing the Camino. Surprisingly, on my first Camino I met several several people that had been walking for months and I found myself a little jealous...
  2. David Harper

    Feedback on packing list please

    On my first camino I carried a solar charger, thinking I was going to need it, and ended up mailing it home on day three. I learned rather quickly that charging opportunities were readily available. I would suggest a power bank, although I did not use one of those on my future caminos. Buen Camino!
  3. David Harper

    LIVE from the Camino On My Way to the End of the World :]

    @sunflowerfunk Hope you are safe and sound, and that you will have further updates to your blog. No pressure, just wanted you to know that I, and I am sure some others would love to continue reading your spectacular blogs.
  4. David Harper

    The Second Camino - how much did it differ from the first (mentally)?

    In reading the posts that provide feedback to first-timers, many suggest to not have too many or to have no expectations. Reading those posts I think that is almost impossible to achieve. After completing my first camino, I now know that I do not need to worry about where to sleep or eat, so I...
  5. David Harper

    LIVE from the Camino Struggling with doubt on the Camino Frances

    The advice provided is all sound. The one nugget that I saw when another pilgrim was in your boat was; do not make your decision on a bad day. This stuck with me. Buen Camino!
  6. David Harper

    Apologies in advance

    I think this is what you are looking for: https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/do-you-miss-it.83062/#post-1181575
  7. David Harper

    LIVE from the Camino On My Way to the End of the World :]

    @sunflowerfunk Congrats on your award for your writing. Is is available somewhere to read?
  8. David Harper

    LIVE from the Camino On My Way to the End of the World :]

    Too funny! It appears we have similar tastes. Thanks for sharing!
  9. David Harper

    LIVE from the Camino On My Way to the End of the World :]

    Peter, I am recently retired and want to spend more time reading. Do you have some favorites that you would reccomend? I know this is a broad question, but i would be interested in some of your favorites. TY!
  10. David Harper

    Advice on "parts to miss" so I can Experience Arrival into Santiago

    and miss the hike to O Cebreiro!?
  11. David Harper

    How do you count your caminos?

    On one camino, I had stopped at a stand for a snack and I started talking with a gentleman. He asked how many camino's I had walked, and I said 3. I was then curious how many he had done and so I asked him. He replied with a response that blew me away, he said 28! I did not get the impression...
  12. David Harper

    Advice on "parts to miss" so I can Experience Arrival into Santiago

    Having been in your situation, as well as, having walked several times. I would suggest skipping the meseta. It is something that if you get the chance to walk again that you can always do then. The meseta is the section on the camino that provides solitude for those that are looking for it. So...
  13. David Harper

    The “new normal” isn’t necessarily bad

    Agree with you feedback. It is not necessary to book the entire camino. Having walked the Frances four times, it would be almost impossible to know what your body will need for rest days, the weather or any number of variables. My routine was to be planning a couple of days out and make my...
  14. David Harper

    Norte advice

    Agreed! I recently drove from Texas to the west coast and hotels that were sub $100, had climbed significantly. It was difficult to find anything below $150, I ended up using rest areas and slept in my car a few nights.
  15. David Harper

    St Jean to Burgos in 2 weeks?

    As others have said, you have sufficient time to complete. I have learned that it is best to start slow, your mind will tell you that you can do your starting pace for the next two weeks, but your body has never done back to back to back long hikes. Also, if you realize you will not make it to...
  16. David Harper

    Woman Traveling solo

    Much depends on the route you will be walking, the time of year, type of accomodation you prefer, and fitness. If you are doing the Frances, it would be advisable to book the first few days, starting at a moderate pace of walking, In this case you would book a night in St. Jean, Orrisson...
  17. David Harper

    LIVE from the Camino A better start from sjpp today

    @Crosbie I am hoping post more of your daily observations and walks. I enjoyed your writings concerning the Templars.
  18. David Harper

    LIVE from the Camino On My Way to the End of the World :]

    @sunflowerfunk I have to compliment you on your writing skills, I am envious of your ability. I hope you continue to share the rest of your journey. Buen Camino!
  19. David Harper

    Violence (nearly), due to snoring.

    I must say that the overreaction is not from the OP, it is some the responses. I certainly think that there could have been a better way for the gentleman to wake him. You never know how someone could react when being awaken by a stranger in a deep sleep. I am a light sleeper and have had many a...
  20. David Harper

    e-SIM phone number

    On my camino's I simply contacted my mobile provider in the US and added the countries that I will be travelling in. It provided coverage whenever I needed it and eliminated the issue of sim cards. I can't think of a time that I didn't have coverage when needed. Just remember when you get home...

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