Am I really doing this, can I do this on my own? My thoughts as I’m about to venture on what seems like a decade long dream to start the Camino. Yes it would be nice to take off for 5-6 weeks and complete the entire Camino, but that’s not really my style, I like to take the long way round or so I’ve been told many times. I’ll plan to walk aprox 160k of Camino Frances.
This past year has been very difficult and with great loss but with loss comes new beginnings and I realize we make our own happiness in life. So, for me, there has never been a better year to go on my first solo adventure. How sweet is that!
I’ll start in Saint Jean Pied de Port France (you do not want to hear me pronounce this, especially after a couple whiskey) and finish somewhere near Lograno Spain. I have to admit my French and Spanish are pretty lack lustre, maybe I should have paid more attention to that French guy that lived in our house many years ago. But I wouldn’t be the first person to travel to a country and not know the language. There must be an App or something, or maybe I’ll just wing it…my speciality.
As much as I’ve read about the Camino, I’m realizing what you pack seems to be the most important. Carrying all your belongings everyday will be a challenge. This will not be a fashion show!
As my departure date nears I’m excited and a little nervous. I have a daily schedule of how many kms I plan to walk but I’m going to take it day by day and try really hard to enjoy each moment, the experience and of course some Spanish wine, with any luck I’ll meet some great people!
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I am Sooooo Excited for you!!!
Travelling solo is the BEST! You’re going to meet so many cool and interesting people and learn a lot about yourself! Can’t wait to read all about your adventures!
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I am almost as excited as you are!!! I can’t believe you are doing this before I do. My turn will come. I can’ wait to read your posts along the way. It will almost feel like I am there too. It will be amazing!!
I am almost as excited as you are!! I can’ t believe you are doing this before I do. I can’t wait to read your posts. It will almost feel like I am there too. This is going to be an amazing adventure!
I am so glad you are doing this. I know it has been something you have wanted to do for some time. Looking forward to following your journey.
Best wishes! My wife made a short slide show of our Camino…it is on my website, regspittle.com
We were nervous before our trek too…that disappeared once we arrived on the Camino!
You will do soooooooooooo well. That smile and your personality will take care of the language needs. This is such a great thing to experience in life. Yes we do make our own happiness and I’m cheering for you as you embark on this journey to achieve it. Looking forward to updates and pictures! Take care, be well and travel safe (and light).
Bette.
Jen
I am so proud to know someone who has the courage and commitment to take on such a trek. I know you will do well and with your personality meet some amazing people that will become life long friends.
Stay safe & enjoy every moment!
As others have said, I look forward to reading about your journey.
Jenn you will be awesome
So proud of your courage and tenacity. You have the gift within to experience life.