Spectacular sunrise, I was so lucky to be able to see it. I left early, there was no breakfast – well it was a generous bag, but I’d only taken the OJ and banana, so left by 7:25. I thought that was late, but it was still dark out. Sunrise later and heavy clouds. I turned back and looked at the little town, dark clouds with a hint of dark purple and red over the bell tower and a crescent moon above. So pretty.
Then entered a wooded area and it was really dark, but I was moving quickly since others were also starting and chatting. I do love the quiet, so moved ahead hoping not to trip and then it started lightening, such a cool way to start the day.
No pictures of churches today. Didn’t go into any, the little towns that I went through either had churches too far to go to – not taking any extra steps – or were closed. I thought I’d connect with the people I’d been having dinner and some hiking with, but my timing was off.
Most towns, no matter how small, have their own way of incorporating the Camino. After all, they all exist because of the Camino. Loved this sign – the plate-like display is of the town with numbers for significant things. Tiny town.
In case you weren’t sure who lived in this barn:
Sun hitting the fields:
Then I hit Burgos. Back to one of my days where I missed on the food. By the time I checked in and got a shower, lunch time was over. Most places were just doing coffee or drinks. A few had little snacks, but they looked so unappealing. The place that looked great – had a Michelin sign – I couldn’t figure out how to order. Really. It’s intimidating when there’s clearly a way to do things and you have no idea what it is or how to get someone’s attention to order.
I’m in Burgos which is a major town and tons of people out on the town, just like in Logrono and very few – didn’t see any – peregrinos. I’d thought I’d connect with John, Sean, and Sue for dinner, but cleverly forgot to get any of their phone numbers. I’m so used to seeing everyone I’ve met or seen on the trail at night – it’s different in a big town. So no English and I was tired and hungry and gave up. Finally found a bakery and got two pastries and came back to the room. So happy to have a quiet clean room for two nights. Decided I’d relish that and tackle food again tomorrow.
Plus tomorrow night will be my last night with Fiona and Merv who’ve taken a different pace the last few days. So – one more night with friends and then – it really will be a new Camino.
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