Portomarin to Lestedo Day 5 of the Camino

The wet weather clothes were all brought out today. A sea of ponchos, rain pants, and hats dotted the entire trail today. This seemed to be the wettest of days so far. The pilgrims seem to increase as we get closer to Santiago. After today we will have traveled 87 km or approximately 51 miles. We are now half way home. The days are starting to become easier for some and yet harder for others. Our group consists of ten pilgrims. We are 8 women and 2 men, along with our two trusty guides Alex and Jason. Our ages are approximately 28 to 72. Everyone still marches on with conviction and staunch determination to hold in their hands this Compostela which written in Latin proclaims to the world they have succeeded in their Camino. At this point, there is no turning back, no doubts, no second thoughts…well maybe a little wondering of “and tell me again, why am I here?”. Twelve miles today seems easier than yesterday. The sun did make its appearance during our late morning break and rain gear was shed and bare legs and T-shirts again presented itself to the trail. Many common faces appear all throughout the day. You start to know some of their story as well. Even with the language barrier the messages seem to come across. One lady is meeting her sister in Santiago along with the entire family to celebrate her wedding. She even picked some fresh evergreen as a simple gift commemorating her sacrifice and remembrance of this special time. Tonight’s dinner will again be a feast. Buen Camino