Early Start and Leaving Portugal I got an early start today. Slept well at the albergue, even though I was up a few times during the night. Woke around six, called home, packed my gear, and was on the road by 7:20. Today, I also left Portugal. And crossed into Spain! Meeting Friends on the […]

Restless Night and Early Start The night was a bust. The rustling of other pilgrims could have been silenced with earplugs, but I just couldn’t sleep. I woke up at 12:30 AM and was awake for at least an hour. Then I probably drifted off, but by 5 AM, I was wide awake again. Finally,

Early Start and First Steps Tonight was a much better sleep. Having learned from previous days, I adjusted my sleeping bag for more comfort, and I think I actually got some decent rest. It’s a shame, though, that once I wake up at five in the morning, I can’t fall back asleep – just like

A Rough Night and an Early Start The night was pure hell. I woke up drenched, sleeping bag and all. Ended up using it as a quilt, which was a brilliant move! My watch said the sleep quality was garbage, but I felt alright. Grabbed breakfast with Mindough from Lithuania, and I was on the