Walking in their shadows

I can’t believe that it’s been 2 weeks since our last update! We have been extremely lucky with the weather, rain has arrived today and we think it will be around for a few days, it has also got extremely cold, apparently there has been snow a few days ahead of us! We have met a kiwi couple that we have walked with for a few days and so many other peregrinos that we have spent time with over the past 2 weeks. We have been walking through beautiful farmlands and parks. We spent a day in Merida touring around the Roman ruins - so amazing to see such ancient sites, with many buildings still standing. The wildflowers have been beautiful, the sunrises spectacular. We are amazed at the interest that has been shown in our message about Multiple Sclerosis, it is encouraging to find people from other countries wanting to donate to our cause. We knew that this walk was going to be harder than other Caminos that we have done, and we have found some days harder with the heat and some steep climbs. But the countryside unfolding in front of us, and the fascinating history around us combined with the camaraderie of our fellow peregrinos has got us through.

This week is Semana Santa, the week before Easter, and it us widely celebrated in Spain. Accommodation is difficult to find as the locals are on holiday all week and all go to town, small or large, to enjoy the processions and the festivals . It is so lovely to see families out enjoying themselves .