Human Beings are social animals. Generally we choose our own community. These are friends and neighbors with common interests or backgrounds. However, sometimes, for one reason or another, we find …
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20 mar
Walked another 26 kilometres, from SJPDP to Roncesvalles, right over the Pyrenees, making a total of 672 kilometres. And what a day to pass these mountains. In her morning weather …
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Travel Routes
France has a clever tourist bureau. They’ve got a great product and know how to market it. One device is the many “routes” that crisscross the country. They highlight a …
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19 mar
Walked 0 kilometres. Stayed in SJPDP, still making a total of 646 kilometres. When I bought my new gear, basically to keep me warm in the Pyrenees, the guy at …
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18 mar
Walked another 20 kilometres, from Ostabat to Saint Jean Pied du Port and have arrived at the foot of the Pyrenees. The french part of the journey will be almost …
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17 mar
Walked another 34 kilometres, from Castenau-Camblong to Ostabat, making a total of 626 kilometres. That’s the result for three weeks. Still about 30 kilometres a day. That will change, because …
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16 mar
Walked another 31 kilometres, unhappy ones, from Arthez to Castenau-Camblong. Making a total of 593 kilometres. I spoke too soon about the healing power of the body. My shin is …
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15 mar
Walked another 28 kilometres, from Arzacq-Arraziguet to Arthez-de-Bearn. Making a total of 562 kilometres. My leg’s fine, when I still don’t touch it. It doesn’t bother me while I’m walking. …
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The Right Kit
It’s said clothes maketh the man. Certain clothing has evolved for specific jobs or professions. These clothes say what you do. A man wearing a white tunic with black and …
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14 mar
Walked another 18 kilometres, from Miramont-Sensacq to Arzacq-Arraziguet. Making a total of 534 kilometres. After waking up it is my job to start the heater (crank a knob, push a …
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