May 28th – I’m excited to walk into the city of Leon today and am at the cafe next door to my lodging when they open at 7 am so I can have a cup of café con leche before starting out on today’s short walk of about 12 miles.
I’m pleasantly surprised to see the familiar fields that I thought had ended and am fascinated with the irrigation systems that look ancient but probably aren’t. I pass through the final towns of Villarmoros and Puente Villarente before stopping briefly at Arcahueja for a glass of orange juice. Onwards up the hill past Vadelafuente and Puente Castro when I begin to see the city of Leon and leave the countryside. Look closely in the photo and you will see the Cathedral amidst the city high rises in the middle of the photo below.
I’ve been told that it’s difficult to get into the city and it requires running across a four lane highway. That might have been true in the past but now there are wonderful walkways built over the roads.
Arriving in Leon and walking to the cathedral I meet pilgrim friends Andrea and Raul, then Eddie from Ireland. I walked the city for a couple hours before coming upon Kristina at a cafe where we spent the afternoon eating, sharing a bottle of wine with conversation letting it rain softly outside.
Is there a Camino book in the future?
I’m thinking about that. There’s so much more I could add to what I am currently writing in the daily posts.
Hi Susan,
I enjoyed reading your Camino Blog everyday :)….I can’t wait to read your postings starting from Leon. Two years ago, I started my Camino experience here in this wonderful city 🙂 …reading your next posts would surely reliving my fond memories of walk along the Camino 🙂
Buen Camino!!!
Best regards from Germany
Marvin
Looks like a book to me! You are on an adventurous journey and your perspective is, well … very inspiring. Your photos really show that you are not just merely doing a walk, you are also ‘drinking up’ the magnificent scenery and sharing a special connection with those you meet along the way.
Dear Susan, I remember your first day, you were saying “I can not believe I’m doing this,” now I’m sure you’re weaving in your mind two roads, Santiago and your inner life, I’m sure would write a book where you share both experiences. Buen Camino! Ultreya!
Hello Susan, we are so enjoying following your days on the Camino, particularly when you mention our friend Sue Moller. If you pass her on your travels please give her a shout from Marg, Howard & Lynn, we have the foot balm and bubbly ready xxx
How fun have you along for the journey, Marg. I spent yesterday afternoon and evening with both Sue and Kim. I’ll let them know you are thinking of them the next time we see each other.