We start walking from Cathy and Tauno’s AirBnB to the start of The Camino. I was embarrassed to be seen. I had my backpack on plus I was carrying a day pack on my front. Other pilgrims would be horrified… Continue reading

They say your pack should weigh between 10-12% of your body weight. I am wishing I had gained some weight. And the formula is probably written by and intended for men around 180-200lbs. I will confess right off the bat… Continue reading

I made it to YVR still smelling of eau d’otter and ran into David and Victoria, friends who were on their way to London but had an earlier plane. They didn’t seem to notice anything unusual so that was a… Continue reading

I almost got derailed before I even started. Everything seemed just fine when I woke with plenty of time. Did a double check of gear, had a coffee, took the compost out, packaged the recycling and garbage,Yada Yada Yada. Got… Continue reading

I know all the arguments for NOT taking technology but I AM taking my techno toys with me. My tablet weighing in at 471 grams; Phone at 170 grams; charger, cords, power adapter and ear phones 132 grams and power… Continue reading

Unfazed by last years 800+km Camino (see that blog here) and undeterred by the resultant badges (note: plural) of honour (blisters), I have decided to go walk-about (more properly referred to as a pilgrimage) again. This time my sister is… Continue reading

Thanks for joining us! Good company in a journey makes the way seem shorter. — Izaak Walton …..I wonder if he walked hundreds of kilometres with a sister or a brother? Continue reading