Short! Last night, Rick and I went to a pilgrim’s mass at the Iglesia de Santa Marina. In my book it described it as modern, I thought it looked older, but maybe they had to keep it “old” looking even in new churches. Well, it was built in 1883, not so modern. Nice because it was mostly about Mary, but I also really like the statue of the monk kissing the child’s hand, so sweet.
The walk today was beautiful.
Crossed over a bridge to leave – originally Roman, 6th c, but continually added on. We’d started early for the quiet and because we were ready.
Avenues of trees, curious animals:
As per advertised, we did pass a few large groups of school children, one group, elementary aged were getting a talk at an albergue. Another group/school? Maybe 40 (though the group gets bigger every time Rick talks about them) were strung out over the path and were middle school aged. All carrying their own packs with sleep pads rolled up. They looked fit and ready to go and were having a great time having just started this morning. There were also several groups of families with little kids, one with a dog. I guess a van supports them with water, warm stuff, what they need. Cool tradition for families to do the Camino – just a week from Sarria. We pass the 100K marker tomorrow – the official last place someone can start and still get a stamp in their passport.
We stopped in Morgade – a town of about 5 houses – and our place is wonderful. The dining room/kitchen is in a 16th c building that they’ve adapted beautifully. Our room is in a block of 8 rooms, very simple, well designed, we love it. Plus – as Rick said, we get to just chill. No need to go look at anything. There’s nothing to look at, no town at all. Our little place is the only place happening. And it’s great – seriously good fresh juice, lunch was wonderful, simple and perfect. We were sitting right on St. James Road and everyone had to pass us as they walked toward our stop tomorrow – Portomarin. Met a bunch of Americans and an older couple from LA are in the room next to ours.
Here’s the house cat, Mika. She expressed a lot of dissatisfaction that we weren’t sharing our food. Rick finally gave in and gave her some of his fish. She appreciated it and then went to the next table.
And here are the house cows outside our room:
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Love the photos of the cows. Also hearing the crowd of people grew larger as Rick talked to them. Didn’t know Rick liked cats enough to share his fish with one😋 Enjoy this spectacular journey together.
Xo
Jill
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