2022 Camino Day 7 (19)

It was another long day. I did two stages in one day to make up some time. As I like at the next stage distances, this will probably be the last day I do that. I walked 23.4 miles today in about 9 hours and 20 minutes. All of the next stages combined with their adjacent ones are over 26 miles. I got a new blister, but I realized if I pop it, but alcohol on it, and wrap it well, after about 15 minutes of hobbling, I can walk normally on it without much pain. The human body is a marvelous thing. It was cool this morning, probably in the low 40s. I loved it. I was still walking in a short-sleeved t-shirt. It warmed up to about 67 and sunny. That’s almost to warm, but I made it to León. I visited the cathedral and had a wonderful dinner at an Italian restaurant. Them I needed back to my hotel. Yes, there’s a nice Marriott just of the Camino and it was only 12,000 points. I really couldn’t say no to a real bed, a bathtub, towels, soap, a minibar, and a free bottle of wine, could I? I’m in bed at 8 pm after eating and posting this. Here are my pictures from the day:

If you look really closely, you can see some deer in this fog.

The perfect breakfast. Cola-Cao is basically steamed milk and chocolate milk mix. It is the perfect thing for a cold morning.

Hey gorgeous old church. I went inside and they had organ music playing. I was able to say a few prayers and take a rest.

Another blister. Same toe, different foot.

Check out the eagle nests on the bell tower of this church.

The free bottle of wine and glass that the front desk agent gave me.

I have always been fascinated by the ceilings of the cathedrals.

Cathedral bells tolling fur thee.

I’m not really sure what the little guys in hoods are supposed to be, but I thought they were interesting.

Time to relax. Enjoy the photos!

3 thoughts on “2022 Camino Day 7 (19)”

Maryann DeAngelo November 2, 2022 at 6:58 am

Dominic! What a beautiful journey! Your pictures and commentary are great – very inspiring! Thank you for sharing and blessings for the rest of your adventure!
- domneu November 3, 2022 at 12:09 pm
  
  Hi Maryann! I really appreciate your comments. They help motivate me.
Auntie Shel November 2, 2022 at 3:37 pm

Absolutely gorgeous (even the food)! 🤣 I can only imagine how much more beautiful the sites are in person! So glad you are sharing this journey with the rest of us.
Siamese cats! The only cat I really liked. Grandma K. had one. Her name was Sam.
After a long day, the bed looks so inviting! Rest well for the new day ahead. 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻