Wednesday, November 4, 2015

And here I go again....Camino #2 !

Something happens to many people that walk the Camino. Once back home you just can't shake the feeling that you have to walk again. Several things make you feel that way. First: craving the amazing feeling of "a total break from daily life " that a normal vacation does a bit but the Camino 200%. Second: you train for the Camino and once it's over the reason to train is gone :( Third and a big one : we often talk about things we would love to do in life but you end up just talking about them and not doing them . Well the Camino showed me .... Just do it !!! It's a crazy hobby but turns out to be my hobby and what a great hobby to have !!!  So after thinking about it for weeks I've decided..... I'm just going again ha ha. Not 500 km like last time but probably 'only' 250 km :) . It's a great way to stay in shape througout the year and SO fun to look forward to again. Also..... I have all my gear now so might as well use it :) Today I walked for the first time after I made up my mind that I'm going again and the entire 5 km I had a big smile on my face :) it's my treat/reward to self for training all year !!! I'm very grateful that everybody involved at the Homefront is understanding my need to do this !!! This time I think I will start in France and join a group ( just for safety reasons ) to do the 1 day it takes to cross the Pyrenees. After that I will do my own thing again at my own pace. I'm super excited and will walk in June ! Can't wait to see you again Spain :)