Today was 12 miles, bringing the total to 535 miles walked. It is hard to speak about a journey of this length and say that we wish there were more miles. But, we wish there were more miles. It’s not that we want more aches and more pains, but there is something significant and cleansing in working so hard in God’s countryside that lifts your soul.

The morning once again broke chilly and beautiful.

Diane and Willow walked sometimes in silence, sometimes in conversation, but always an enjoyment along the trail.

For all our effort to delay the inevitable, we finally reached the outskirts of Santiago de Compostela

And for Willow, who has been dreaming of doing the Camino for years and years, first arriving in the plaza of the cathedral was a breathtaking experience.

And not to minimize the experience of both Diane and Bill, for they were in awe and overwhelmed by His grace for bringing us through the whole of the journey.  

We spent the rest of the day doing chores, and still have many chores to do today (the day after).