Back on the road again

[henrythedog]

As loyal readers may recall I amuse myself and bore everyone senseless by documenting my travels (and travails) on Camino.

Following last year’s debacle when my second-best-knee decided to fail; followed shortly by what was previously my best knee; my ambitions this time are modest.

After 12 months of my diary being filled with various -ologists and more than one therapist, and armed with a big bag of anti-inflammatories, a knee-support and a corkscrew; I’m pleased to be back.

Flying in via Porto, then heading up to Barcelos for the massive weekly market, and on to Tui. I’m starting walking (after a short taxi ride) about 15k before Tui (having stashed my bag there so as to have an easy day); then onwards to Santiago.

Usual disclaimer: if you’re looking for tales of frugality and extreme exercise; look elsewhere. My content almost universally concentrates on food and drink. (Drink mainly) and my jaundiced observations on daily life en-route.

I’m starting March 1st; so you’ve plenty of time to get a few bottles in if you want to follow along.

I think this will be my ninth or tenth time on a Camino of various duration.

 

[Friend from Barquinha]

Bom caminho!

 

[Rick M]

European Dogs. You think you can climb in your crate, throw a shipping sticker on it, make those puppy-dog eyes to the customs man, and take off for Portugal without so much as a bark or a howl. I hope every fire hydrant in Porto is lined up around the block......

All jealousy aside though, Bom Caminho!

 

[grayland]

Ahhh....a new adventure.! Looking forward to following along.

Enjoy, David!

 

[SabsP]

Should I expect ' tired and emotional ' posts?

No , seriously : Enjoy it to the fullest.
Looking forward in anticipation to your posts.

 

[henrythedog]

Should I expect ' tired and emotional ' posts?

No , seriously : Enjoy it to the fullest.
Looking forward in anticipation to your posts.

Between you, @Kirkie and @Kathar1na I’ll get away with nothing.

 

[mspath]

Looking forward to following your journey. May you find many a spot to wet your whistle. Stay safe and wherever you go, Bom caminho!

 

[trecile]

Usual disclaimer: if you’re looking for tales of frugality and extreme exercise; look elsewhere. My content almost universally concentrates on food and drink. (Drink mainly) and my jaundiced observations on daily life en-route.

Sounds more interesting than tales of blisters and bed bugs. I'm looking forward to following you!

 

[henrythedog]

Sounds more interesting than tales of blisters and bed bugs. I'm looking forward to following you!

Whilst it will never feature in a guidebook, my last venture onto the Camino was recorded thus;

https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/burgos-to-leon.73870/

I’m in less well-known territory this time, and starting off in Portuguese, which will be fun.

 

[alexwalker]

Whilst it will never feature in a guidebook, my last venture onto the Camino was recorded thus;

https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/burgos-to-leon.73870/

I’m in less well-known territory this time, and starting off in Portuguese, which will be fun.

Buen Camino!

Beware of the Portuguise cobblestones, Bad for knees/feet.

 

[Camino Chrissy]

@henrythedog, David, I will look forward to reading your updates. I'm sure they will be filled with interesting details and embellished with "stories" along the way, most likely mixed in with a big dose of your dry humor!

 

[Sue127]

Buen camino. I enjoy your humorous and informative replies and look forward to following your travels.

 

[CarolamS]

Whilst it will never feature in a guidebook, my last venture onto the Camino was recorded thus;

https://www.caminodesantiago.me/community/threads/burgos-to-leon.73870/

I’m in less well-known territory this time, and starting off in Portuguese, which will be fun.

Thank you, thank you, I'd not read that thread. I have laughed aloud through it and also shared your reaction to Leon Cathedral. May your knees behave for the Portuguese.
Bom Caminho

 

[VNwalking]

Between you, @Kirkie and @Kathar1na I’ll get away with nothing.

We'll give you a very long lead, @henrythedog, so long as you feed us amusing content.

I'm envious - March is my favorite month to walk.
May you have a very buen camino (injury-free!!).

 

[jsalt]

 

[Former member 59618]

My content almost universally concentrates on food and drink.

My kind of travel. I always say I'm walking for cortados and cañas of Estrella Galicia. And croissants. And tortillas. Wait, and vino tinto.

 

[Friend from Barquinha]

My kind of travel. I always say I'm walking for cortados and cañas of Estrella Galicia. And croissants. And tortillas. Wait, and vino tinto.

Not much call for tortillas until you cross the border. I'm curious to read your take on the classic francesinha.

 

[nycwalking]

As loyal readers may recall I amuse myself and bore everyone senseless by documenting my travels (and travails) on Camino.

Following last year’s debacle when my second-best-knee decided to fail; followed shortly by what was previously my best knee; my ambitions this time are modest.

After 12 months of my diary being filled with various -ologists and more than one therapist, and armed with a big bag of anti-inflammatories, a knee-support and a corkscrew; I’m pleased to be back.

Flying in via Porto, then heading up to Barcelos for the massive weekly market, and on to Tui. I’m starting walking (after a short taxi ride) about 15k before Tui (having stashed my bag there so as to have an easy day); then onwards to Santiago.

Usual disclaimer: if you’re looking for tales of frugality and extreme exercise; look elsewhere. My content almost universally concentrates on food and drink. (Drink mainly) and my jaundiced observations on daily life en-route.

I’m starting March 1st; so you’ve plenty of time to get a few bottles in if you want to follow along.

I think this will be my ninth or tenth time on a Camino of various duration.

Can’t wait to walk along with you.

Bom Caminho.

 

[Former member 59618]

Not much call for tortillas until you cross the border. I'm curious to read your take on the classic francesinha.

I was speaking from my experience.

 

[JabbaPapa]

Hooray !!

Bom Caminho, though I'd say from experience, that a pair of knee braces is better for balance than just the one. That's what I found anyway during the year's training and prep for my 2014, regardless that visiting the Grotto at Lourdes at the start of that Camino removed my need for them and not used them since.

I hope you took notes about beverages and pain management from my own thread !!

 

[Peregrinopaul]

...I hope you took notes about beverages ...

Unlikely!

 

[wayfarer]

As loyal readers may recall I amuse myself and bore everyone senseless by documenting my travels (and travails) on Camino.

Following last year’s debacle when my second-best-knee decided to fail; followed shortly by what was previously my best knee; my ambitions this time are modest.

After 12 months of my diary being filled with various -ologists and more than one therapist, and armed with a big bag of anti-inflammatories, a knee-support and a corkscrew; I’m pleased to be back.

Flying in via Porto, then heading up to Barcelos for the massive weekly market, and on to Tui. I’m starting walking (after a short taxi ride) about 15k before Tui (having stashed my bag there so as to have an easy day); then onwards to Santiago.

Usual disclaimer: if you’re looking for tales of frugality and extreme exercise; look elsewhere. My content almost universally concentrates on food and drink. (Drink mainly) and my jaundiced observations on daily life en-route.

I’m starting March 1st; so you’ve plenty of time to get a few bottles in if you want to follow along.

I think this will be my ninth or tenth time on a Camino of various duration.

Looking forward to reading your account of the many adventures that lie in wait.
Bom and Buen Camino.

 

[Richmond Gardner]

As loyal readers may recall I amuse myself and bore everyone senseless by documenting my travels (and travails) on Camino.

Following last year’s debacle when my second-best-knee decided to fail; followed shortly by what was previously my best knee; my ambitions this time are modest.

After 12 months of my diary being filled with various -ologists and more than one therapist, and armed with a big bag of anti-inflammatories, a knee-support and a corkscrew; I’m pleased to be back.

Flying in via Porto, then heading up to Barcelos for the massive weekly market, and on to Tui. I’m starting walking (after a short taxi ride) about 15k before Tui (having stashed my bag there so as to have an easy day); then onwards to Santiago.

Usual disclaimer: if you’re looking for tales of frugality and extreme exercise; look elsewhere. My content almost universally concentrates on food and drink. (Drink mainly) and my jaundiced observations on daily life en-route.

I’m starting March 1st; so you’ve plenty of time to get a few bottles in if you want to follow along.

I think this will be my ninth or tenth time on a Camino of various duration.

Well, you know the old saying…”If, at first you don’t succeed, lower your expectations and you won’t be disappointed!” The balky knees will need oiling and Of course, you have many fine choices for the vino. I completely agree about dining well. Life is meant to be lived well, if possible

 

[henrythedog]

The day has finally arrived and, on recommendation from @Kanga, amongst others, I’m going to give ‘find penguins’ a whirl. If there’s anything meaningful to contribute I’ll post it on the forum later.

Departure

So, we’re off. One might expect my small family to show some concern as to my solo departure? Not really. MrsHtD, who I love more than I can say, will ...

findpenguins.com

 

[Camino Chrissy]

@henrythedog and his owner, I love your new FP Avatar!

 

[CarolamS]

@henrythedog Buen Camino and thank you for the link to find penguins. I have already signed up but not yet used it so now I can follow you and also see how to use find penguins...double bonus

 

[henrythedog]

Episodes 2 and 3 are hot off the press (although in reverse order for some reason) featuring the usual cliffhanger ending. Even I usually manage 24 incident-free hours.

Up the workers!

Last nights accommodation was at the Oca Oriental (eastern goose?); which is a bit upmarket for me, but with a late flight I just wanted somewhere close to ...

findpenguins.com

Chucked out of weight-watchers

So, an unexpected afternoon in Porto; what to do whilst I rearrange travel. I wasn’t intending this; but purely for research purposes, a francesinha is ...

findpenguins.com

 

[Camino Chrissy]

I enjoyed reading your first two posts on Find Penguins and appreciate that you are posting the links here as it is easier to keep up.
I could only eat a "portion" of my gigantic Francesinha when I was in Portugal. I hate wasting food and am normally a "clean plate" kind of gal, so what does that tell you about the goopy sandwich and my opinion of it.

 

[Kirkie]

As loyal readers may recall I amuse myself and bore everyone senseless by documenting my travels (and travails) on Camino.

Following last year’s debacle when my second-best-knee decided to fail; followed shortly by what was previously my best knee; my ambitions this time are modest.

After 12 months of my diary being filled with various -ologists and more than one therapist, and armed with a big bag of anti-inflammatories, a knee-support and a corkscrew; I’m pleased to be back.

Flying in via Porto, then heading up to Barcelos for the massive weekly market, and on to Tui. I’m starting walking (after a short taxi ride) about 15k before Tui (having stashed my bag there so as to have an easy day); then onwards to Santiago.

Usual disclaimer: if you’re looking for tales of frugality and extreme exercise; look elsewhere. My content almost universally concentrates on food and drink. (Drink mainly) and my jaundiced observations on daily life en-route.

I’m starting March 1st; so you’ve plenty of time to get a few bottles in if you want to follow along.

I think this will be my ninth or tenth time on a Camino of various duration.

Is this timely, or what? it is now one hour later on the Continent where you are than here is sunny Dublin. I was footering around before having to do some needed accounts and came across your post. May you swing along safely. Am I speaking to the actual dog, or the dog's side-kick? it's ok, I know, and just let me say I will be looking out for your posts. now back to my desk. Muy buen camino.

 

[Kirkie]

The day has finally arrived and, on recommendation from @Kanga, amongst others, I’m going to give ‘find penguins’ a whirl. If there’s anything meaningful to contribute I’ll post it on the forum later.

Departure

So, we’re off. One might expect my small family to show some concern as to my solo departure? Not really. MrsHtD, who I love more than I can say, will ...

findpenguins.com

Excuse me, if there is anything meaningful to contribute? Since when the modesty?

 

[JabbaPapa]

I have three different versions of Francesinha I can taste very near home.

I started with the most basic, and cheapest, a francesinha poveira -- which is the grilled meats and cheese simple toasted sandwich version, and quite tasty.

Washed down with Super Bock.

If you see that on offer and need nothing more than a snack, go for it !! It's what to get in Portugal if you feel like a quick bacon sarnie, small hamburger, croque-monsieur, or anything similar -- but can't get one.

The two others on offer here are the usual Porto version Francesinha Especial, much like the one in your photo ; and the Lisbon version, which is a bit different.

I'll try one or the other next week, probably Lisbon version first -- it seems more interesting.

There is actually another place with a fourth version, not sure which type of Especial, but I'll only attempt that one if the next two go well.

Super Bock all the way in any case -- as sadly, there's not that much Sagres on offer.

 

[Friend from Barquinha]

I see from your Penguins' post that you've been hit by a rail strike, trying to get to Barcelos.

Usually there's at least some service happening; it just may not be exactly what/when is your preference.

Here's the update from the CP website:

404 | CP - Comboios de Portugal

www.cp.pt

And it sounds like the café cars will be having problems...updates on that, as well!

404 | CP - Comboios de Portugal

www.cp.pt

In that civilized Portuguese fashion,

"CP apologises for the inconvenience caused, and while this situation persists, bottles of water will be provided to all passengers. We thank you for your understanding."

Bom caminho and good luck with the trains!

 

[henrythedog]

I see from your Penguins' post that you've been hit by a rail strike, trying to get to Barcelos.

Usually there's at least some service happening; it just may not be exactly what/when is your preference.

Here's the update from the CP website:

404 | CP - Comboios de Portugal

www.cp.pt

And it sounds like the café cars will be having problems...updates on that, as well!

404 | CP - Comboios de Portugal

www.cp.pt

In that civilized Portuguese fashion,

"CP apologises for the inconvenience caused, and while this situation persists, bottles of water will be provided to all passengers. We thank you for your understanding."

Bom caminho and good luck with the trains!

Many thanks! I much prefer trains over the bus, but for certainty that’s what I’m using tomorrow. Your help much appreciated.

 

[Friend from Barquinha]

re: francesinha poveira

If you see that on offer and need nothing more than a snack, go for it !! It's what to get in Portugal if you feel like a quick bacon sarnie, small hamburger, croque-monsieur, or anything similar -- but can't get one.

That may be common near Porto (never heard of it in Barquinha), but country-wide, you can also ask for a "tosta mixta" (pronounced "Toashta Meeshta") which is grilled ham and cheese on toasted country bread. Usually huge, by non-Portuguese standards (enough for 2), and always good. Can be made in virtually any café/bar in the country. Virtually always made from scratch, when ordered.

Simpler versions are a "tosta de queijo" (toashta duh keejou")--just cheese; and "tosta de fiambre" ("toashta duh feeombruh") which is just ham--the cheap, sandwich-ham type. Some bars may also have "tosta de presunto" which is much better ham.

These typically cost you 1.5 to 2 euros; cheap though not particularly heart-healthy.

Oh--and if you don't like the somewhat greasy though yummy "tosta," they will also make it with just a fresh bun, not grilled. Ask for "pao mixta" or "pao con queijo" or "pao con fiambre." These are typically even cheaper; in most bars in the small towns, about a euro. And the bread is always really good, and fresh that morning.

 

[henrythedog]

Just to maintain the narrative flow:

Porto wrap-up (assuming I find the bus)

So: no prospect of getting to Barcelos today. (I was going specifically to see the huge weekly market tomorrow morning.) I should give an honourable ...

findpenguins.com

 

[Friend from Barquinha]

I've been to the weekly Barcelos market, and though it's nice, it isn't earth-shatteringly better than any of the other weekly markets in mid-sized-town Portugal. (Entroncamento has one on Saturdays that we often go to, and Tomar's is, I believe, on Fridays).

So I checked out Tui to see if there might be one there that you could attend. Sadly, theirs, like Barcelos's, is on Wednesdays.

BUT there is one across the border in Tui on Thursdays--you might be in time to check that out!

Mercado Semanal | Concello de Tui

tui.gal

Boa sorte!

 

[JabbaPapa]

That may be common near Porto (never heard of it in Barquinha)

It's a Lisbon invention, and likely to be more urban than rural in any case, as it was created as a fast food takeaway version that you can eat with your hands.

 

[henrythedog]

I’m sure Ivar will be relieved I’m not occupying his bandwidth with this nonesense

I found the bus

Not the most compelling headline in the world; but I am making progress Now then: the inter-modal transport hub that is Campanhā station… The ...

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[henrythedog]

Well, I’m getting there.

Cross a bridge, lose an hour

What a lovely day; blue skies and sunshine. The scenery of northern Portugal is splendid. The bus left fashionably late but made decent time through ...

findpenguins.com

 

[Kirkie]

Well, I’m getting there.

Cross a bridge, lose an hour

What a lovely day; blue skies and sunshine. The scenery of northern Portugal is splendid. The bus left fashionably late but made decent time through ...

findpenguins.com

Ok, so what's a dulche? And speaking of convent baking, your qualifications, sir? check your pm for mine.

 

[henrythedog]

Ok, so what's a dulche? And speaking of convent baking, your qualifications, sir? check your pm for mine.

My spelling could be completely up the spout; but if my failing memory serves the sisters needed egg whites to ‘starch’ their white garments and - being left with a surplus of yolks developed a sideline in confectionary. Usually almond based.

Closed orders sell them through a form of turntable a ‘torno’ or lazy Susan (like liquor shops in high-crime parts of the US - in so many ways). In my experience that leaves the unwitting customer with an unsatisfactory bag of high-priced unremarkable biscuits and no means of remonstrating with the vendor. They’ve given it some thought these sisters.

 

[Kirkie]

My spelling could be completely up the spout; but if my failing memory serves the sisters needed egg whites to ‘starch’ their white garments and - being left with a surplus of yolks developed a sideline in confectionary. Usually almond based.

Closed orders sell them through a form of turntable a ‘torno’ or lazy Susan (like liquor shops in high-crime parts of the US - in so many ways). In my experience that leaves the unwitting customer with an unsatisfactory bag of high-priced unremarkable biscuits and no means of remonstrating with the vendor. They’ve given it some thought these sisters.

Sorry, I should have thought twice - dulces. Imagine walking around in egg white starched stuff!

 

[henrythedog]

Purely for research purposes I’ve been canvassing local opinion on the goods on offer. (It’s the poor Clare’s on the supply-side; apparantly they’re short-handed and knocking on a bit so by the time they hear the bell and get to the point of sale most folk have given up). I am taking advice whilst Barca are playing Real Madrid and the multiple screens are on full volume; but the concensus seems to be ‘don’t bother’. €10 for a handful of fish-shaped biscuits is not seen locally as fair exchange. If they’re open I’ll drop a contribution in the box when passing tomorrow.

I’m embarrassingly uninformed on the various orders. I’ll do something about that in due course.

 

[henrythedog]

Well this all needed resolving:

The whole nun-baking thing

Right, I’ve already been pulled-up for making an unsubstantiated claim, with this audience it is to be expected - and Kathar1na’s not showed up yet ...

findpenguins.com

 

[henrythedog]

And today’s rambling (actual and metaphorical)

Actually walking!

Final notes from yesterday first: I did notice yesterday that when I dug out my phone to report into Mrs HtD at Head Office I had virtually no reception. ...

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[Camino Chrissy]

Well this all needed resolving:

The whole nun-baking thing

Right, I’ve already been pulled-up for making an unsubstantiated claim, with this audience it is to be expected - and Kathar1na’s not showed up yet ...

findpenguins.com

David, I always appreciate your input, which is both knowledgeable, opinionated, but mixed with a big dose of humor. Meeting you in person would be a barrel of laughs I'm sure.
We have a Poor Clare monastery a mere 15 miles from where I live. This particular order of nuns take a vow of silence, which is very intriguing in this modern day. I do wonder if they can communicate by texting to each other, family and friends as they do have a website.
I like the photo of the biscuits; it reminds me of the Biblical "loaves and fishes" all rolled into one.

 

[henrythedog]

David, I always appreciate your input, which is both knowledgeable, opinionated, but mixed with a big dose of humor. Meeting you in person would be a barrel of laughs I'm sure.
We have a Poor Clare monastery a mere 15 miles from where I live. This particular order of nuns take a vow of silence, which is very intriguing in this modern day. I do wonder if they can communicate by texting to each other, family and friends as they do have a website.
I like the photo of the biscuits; it reminds me of the Biblical "loaves and fishes" all rolled into one.

Thanks for that!

In Mrs HtD’s expert opinion, I’m better kept at a distance. She has often opined that had she made that decision 31 years ago her life would have been orderly.

 

[JabbaPapa]

https://findpenguins.com/2tti05gog45fv/footprint/6401f1991b4544-67398335

I've actually met a few cloistered nuns, which is rather unusual.

I'm not talking just about those in larger convents that may have one nun who is tasked with their dealings with the outside world, shopping and so on, or with hospitality, sitting in the monastic shop, and so on.

But I have met some cloistered nuns out of the convent on retreat ; and most fun, two nuns who had a temporary dispensation from their cloister to walk the Way of Saint James !!

 

[JabbaPapa]

We have a Poor Clare monastery a mere 15 miles from where I live. This particular order of nuns take a vow of silence, which is very intriguing in this modern day. I do wonder if they can communicate by texting to each other, family and friends as they do have a website.

Monks and nuns with a vow of silence can use speech if and when it is practically necessary.

And yes, they can communicate by writing, which would include e-mails, texting, and so on.

 

[henrythedog]

Scraping the barrel a bit today; but the weather’s splendid

Porriño!

It’s Saturday, apparantly. The residents of Tui have many fine attributes, but early-rising is not one of them. I and a handful of other peregrinos ...

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[henrythedog]

I’m conscious that I’m starting to ramble on a bit

The prospect of mariscos

Even for me, this one goes on a bit. Alternate paragraphs would probably give you the general idea. Thankfully (in reply to Jenny) the neighbouring church ...

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[henrythedog]

It’s all going rather well

Old age and treachery

The Duarte is fine. Clean room, large (although currently wet) balcony and a sea view. The wifi did come with a warning from my security software when I ...

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[henrythedog]

Only if you’ve got nothing better to do

The inadvisable late evening post

The Rias Bajas was perfectly nice. Clean and well organised. If I were here again, though, I’d probably stay a little out of town; the centre’s very ...

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[ChrisT]

In response to your observation re distance plaques - I did see these Way Markers on the Portuguese route in their natural habitat in 2018.

Im glad you confirmed they have been put to use. I have been concerned they had been forgotten about.

 

[henrythedog]

In response to your observation re distance plaques - I did see these Way Markers on the Portuguese route in their natural habitat in 2018.

Im glad you confirmed they have been put to use. I have been concerned they had been forgotten about.

Is that a herd? Perhaps they huddle together in the winter for warmth, or move when nobody’s watching?

Like the egg-pudding stone? (You’ll never get a more local reference than that on here Chris. )

 

[Friend from Barquinha]

In response to your observation re distance plaques - I did see these Way Markers on the Portuguese route in their natural habitat in 2018.

Im glad you confirmed they have been put to use. I have been concerned they had been forgotten about.

2018 was about when the Portuguese governments (national, regional, local) finally realized that maybe, just maybe, there might be some value in actually acknowledging that there was a Portuguese caminho.

 

[Camino Chrissy]

@henrythedog, David, I will look forward to reading your updates. I'm sure they will be filled with interesting details and embellished with "stories" along the way, most likely mixed in with a big dose of your dry humor!

Yep, the goin's been good, @henrythedog, just like I thought. I'm enjoying every lick of your writing!

 

[henrythedog]

Stately progress continues

Four candles

So, Tuesday (or second Tuesday; opinions differed long after Sue’s helpful intervention from France) has dawned. I’ve often not known where I am (ever ...

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[henrythedog]

Wetter than a very wet thing.

Wanted: quantity of gopher wood

If you’re going to embark on this one, might I suggest you get a big cup of tea first, were the option open to me that’s what I’d be doing right now. ...

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[Camino Chrissy]

Wetter than a very wet thing.

Henry told me he is so glad you didn't encourage him to come along on your Camino; he dislikes rain even more than you do.

 

[J Willhaus]

I didn't find the blog until you are almost done. How do you like the Finding Penguins thing? I usually sign up for something and then forget my password so it is useless when I need to use it so I am concerned that this might be the case for me with Finding Penguins. Hope your last day on the road is a dry one with plenty of food and drink available.

 

[henrythedog]

I’m finding FP really rather useful. Much as I love posting on here the comments and reactions sometimes make it difficult to keep the narrative flow. I’ve tried to compromise by posting a daily link.

I doubt it will assist anyone’s navigation; but if it entertains it’s worth it!

 

[henrythedog]

That’s (probably) it folks

An end is a beginning in disguise

In a stroke of near genius I explored the petrol station over the road, and they have a coffee machine. That’s enough to get me going in the morning. The ...

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[henrythedog]

And that (really) is all folks.

Finally: really the last post

Friday: (I checked) . A day at leisure in Santiago. I’ll have to have a quieter night tonight; which is a fairly low bar to set. Called in at Casa Ivar ...

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[J Willhaus]

And that (really) is all folks.

Finally: really the last post

Friday: (I checked) . A day at leisure in Santiago. I’ll have to have a quieter night tonight; which is a fairly low bar to set. Called in at Casa Ivar ...

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Sorry to hear Mrs HTD is ill and I hope her case will be light one. Best wishes and glad to read about this year's Camino albeit a rainy one.

 

[Kirkie]

Well, I was wondering what Mrs HtD had caught. Why does it not surprise me that Henry has the best of comfort - except, he has to sleep under the table?
Pity you didn't try the welcome centre in the Pilgrim office - there, tea galore. Irish tea. Actually, today I will meet again Sr Catherine, one of the sisters who offer the welcome space there. She is addressing volunteers and friends in the Camino centre in Dublin. I hope to persuade her to pack a box of the best tea in the world In her luggage on her return. In case anyone wants to tackle me on the veracity of my opinion in the previous sentence: it is a joke. Just a joke, okay?
May your return not be delayed by snow and ice.

And that (really) is all folks.

Finally: really the last post

Friday: (I checked) . A day at leisure in Santiago. I’ll have to have a quieter night tonight; which is a fairly low bar to set. Called in at Casa Ivar ...

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[JabbaPapa]

Sorry that I didn't follow this one as well as I wanted -- but my glasses are still broken, and not fixed 'til tomorrow, so that even on my lovely 5K2K monitor, it's just a smidgeon too much effort.

I have difficulty with these talk forums in general, at least until tomorrow, and getting my specs back !!

They have been broken since the last few dozen K into Santiago BTW, and it's just my crazy walking back plans that prevented any earlier fix.

 

[chinacat]

Oh dear, late again …

Just read your missives in (on?) FP. Couldn’t put it down, as they say. I’m a slow reader - I like to ‘live’ in what’s written as long as it‘s worth the ride and yours certainly was worth the lingering.

Best wishes for Mrs HtD’s recovery and hope Henry is deliriously happy to be sharing his bed with you.

Btw, I have taken a screenshot of the Casa das Crechas photograph.