Day 39 Castromaior to Pala del Rei

16.7 km traveled (about 10 miles) elevation gain negligible easy up and down hills.

I slept well last night in my cold room. It warmed up, probably because of my body heat, and I had on a long sleeved shirt and leggings.

I coughed a lot during the night, but during the day today, I am feeling better.
As I said in yesterday's blog, I'm giving this cold up to God to take care of.
As I walked today, it was warm and sunny. Mid 60s, good for breathing.
I wore my shorts, (hiking pants zipped off) and it felt nice.
I have continued to ship my pack, it's only 3 euros, and I'm carrying a day pack with my essentials. Much easier, and worth it. Only problem is is that it decreases spontaneity. But the camino is so full now, having reservations each night is important. So I usually call each afternoon for the next day. That way, I don't have to worry about a bed. All is good.

They will hold your bed until 3 or 4, and I'm always usually where I'm gonna be by 2.


Here are picture of today's walk.
The pretty grasslands and woods,


As I walked through the little city of Ligonde, I came across a great little albuergue that is run by a religious order. They had Christian music playing and had refreshments out for anyone passing by. Donations accepted. I wish I had known about this place, as I would have stayed here. Lovely caring place.
Here is the outside,


And the inside....


Saw lots of cows today, as I went to take their pic, of course they turned away.


Only 72 km or so to go...





Me on the path..


So as it goes, it goes well.
I continue to follow the yellow arrows and shells that point me to Santiago. Sometimes, I don't always spot them right away, and I have to look a bit for them. But there is usually some sign pointing me where to go. Kind of like life. It too is a path. Sometimes I feel lost, and don't know where to turn for all of the answers. This is why I believe and have faith in my God, to lead me in the right direction. He always does, you just have to let go and let him point you the way to go. So easy, but we as humans have such a hard time letting go of the control we always try to maintain. We need to just let go, and trust in The Lord..

Now about my cold, I'm feeling better, and have faith that I will be even better tomorrow. Thank you God.

I've gotton another private room tonight. 20 euros, and it has a bath tub!! Yippee!!!
Hot bath coming up, and then going to the market, have a tapa, and some wine, and post when I get to some Internet.

Ultraia. Which means onward.