Getting up this morning was challenging. No pressure to get going as it would be a shorter walk day. The room was so warm it was nice to just rest. Breakfast was only steps away so no need to pack up in search of coffee.
Christine left earlier to get a jump on her day. The new entrants to the Camino were a couple from the Twin Cities doing the route by bike.
I ended up being the last pilgrim out the door.
The day was pleasant with no rain. I meandered down the trail seeing no pilgrims on the trail until approaching Sahagun. I ended up seeing Maria again. She is from Venezuela and speaks little English. Sillian served as our translator days back outside of Ages.
Upon approaching the town of Moratinos, I surveyed a number of doors in the hillside. These subterranean dwellings have become frequently found of late. I stopped in for coffee at a café. I found a stamp artist and opted to get my credential personalized with a wax stamp. I gave him a small donation and also give him one of my Camino coins on the way out the door. Every stop since for a stamp has received oohs and aahs in response to the unique wax creation.
I just love the Camino artwork found across the miles. Does this really ever have to end? Ann says yes.
At the far end of town I find the sisters convent.
http://www.alberguesensahagun.es
I check in, shower and shop for my contribution to a shared dinner.
First however was a coffee hour, mass, and a pilgrim’s blessing. Simply wonderful! Dinner followed with salad, breads, meat and cheeses, olive tapenade, soup and a dessert made for the head nuns birthday. It was one of the most delicious pieces of cake I’ve had.
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