Days one and two- St jean to Roncesvailles

28 kilometers approximately 18 miles, elevation climb up 5000 feet. 

Hi everyone!

What a wonderful past two days we have had. On day one, we climbed to Orisson, and it was very difficult for me. The climb was very high elevation, and with my pack, we went up 800 meters and then another 600 today. I had a hard time, mainly because of the high elevation and the fact that I live at sea level. My legs were fine, it was my breath. I got to the point where I would count 50 steps, and then stop to breathe.  Good thing is we also came down the mountain today, and the really hard climbs are over . 

Things I have learned so far:

We are stronger than we realized.

Living at sea level and climbing mountains is no easy feat. 

I like red wine

There are wonderful friendly people from all over the world. We have met Canadians, Portuguese, Norwegians, Australians, Swiss, and many others.

Drinking water is so important

If your underwear needs to be washed, you can use them as a washcloth, and accomplish 2 tasks.

I love John, who has been so supportive, and we are getting along great. 

That's it for now, we are well and go have drinks, dinner and then pilgrims mass tonight. 

Then sleep.
 I can't get the pix downloaded, will try later!