Thursday, September 5, 2013

Leon

We left Mansilla de las Mules around 8:30am and headed for Leon, about 11 miles away.  Gone now are the quiet trails, with unlimited beautiful scenery, and the quaint devotional shrines.  We were headed for Leon, one of the larger cities in northern Spain.  The traffic was heavy and sometimes dangerous when trying to cross streets.  We stopped at this small cafe along the Way for some coffee and I spoke with a man from Denmark who was on his 10th Camino trip.  Early retirement enables him to make the journey on a yearly basis.  As we drew nearer to Leon, we encountered a thunderstorm.  We brought out our rain gear and continued our walk.  We found our hotel, showered and were having lunch when we met Connie and Mark who arrived by train.  It was great seeing them and started sharing some of our experiences along the Way.  Tonight it's eating out, and sleeping in tomorrow, since we have a rest day in Leon.  We will probably tour the city and enjoy the day together.  Then on Saturday we continue our trip to Santiago with a 13 mile hike to Villadangos del Paramo.  Now it's time to put up my feet and take care of my toes !!  It's all part of the Camino.  Buen Camino !!

Scripture passage - Sept 5
Exodus 2:22

Prayer Companion(s):
Bob and Rosemarie Scrosati


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  1. BridgetSeptember 5, 2013 at 9:21 AM

    Dear Ray,
    I'm enjoying your descriptions, reflections and photos so much. Thanks for taking the time to share them! I loved the pebble story, and that you're bringing it home as a souvenir. Safe travels, and enjoy the visit with your parishioner friends who've joined you.
    Lots of love, Bridget

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  2. UnknownSeptember 5, 2013 at 8:29 PM

    Hi Ray

    We miss you and glad to hear you are still enjoying yourself. We are so proud of you. We are channeling the Persian garden to you and your toes (and a chocolate martini). I remember our conversations about learning to experience the journey vs. focusing on the destination - and from the reads so far - you have figured it out. I'm just hoping you can teach me soon!

    Much love from both of us! Buen Camino!

    Walt and Mary

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