Today we began walking on the Camino de Santiago. It was a warm day with blue skies when we started. About 3 hours later we were met with a light drizzle. A few minutes later we broke out the ponchos. The storm was spectacular! Long strikes of lightening followed 2-3 seconds later by BOOMS of thunder. It was true masterpiece in its juxtaposition with the landscape, rural homes, small churches, and cobble-stone walls lining our path. Our guides rescued us, had us dry out and fed us an amazing lunch. They also drove us 6km ahead so we could complete this leg of the Camino today. We got drenched again in a steady but lighter rain – it was worth it. No one complained about being wet – the richness of the area over-powered the incident drops of rain.We stayed last night in a Posada (an Inn or in this case a manor). It is situated steps from the center of Santillana where structures date back to the 12th century. It is also in a rural area – from our window, we see acres of pastures dotted with horses, goats and sheep. We hear the bells of the cathedral all night at the hour and half hour. Also we hear roosters and peacocks (what Connor refers to as El Pollo Loco).
It’s 8pm now and feels like 6pm. Our guides have left us alone for the evening and I sit in a common room alone sipping some Rioja as the rest of the group rests in their rooms. I know two of my kids are asleep. We will see if they will be ready to have dinner at 9p.
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