Easier stage, only 11 miles. Although it was hot, it was a pleasant walk and I had time to explore each village along the way.
It’s Monday, and many businesses open late or not until tomorrow. So, I have to plan in advance for food. I did luck out and find a place serving drinks that was open for a couple hours, so that was nice.
Bill, what’s better in the US than France?
Showers. European showers are so small. and those handheld shower heads are a pain.
Air conditioning. Europeans see us as wasting energy on AC, but it’s 90 degrees, man.
Ice. Getting ice in drinks is a challenge, and when you do its just one or two cubes.
Bill on the Camino 
When you say 11 miles is an easy stage, it is clear you are in the swing of it. That burger looks delicious. I have celiac, so would have a hard time of it with bread being such a large part of the meals. Fun video.
Bill,
Thank you for posting this journey. This is awesome. I enjoy reading these.
I remember thinking how old everything looked when I visited Europe 30+ years ago. Funny, it still looks old. It’s amazing that the structures survived WWII and are still in use today.
Delicious burger photo! I bet you’ve worked off every last calorie by now.
You’re doing great! Hope the shin splint pain is subsiding!
Bill,
Your photos are beautiful and your brief writings are fun to read and informative, I look forward to them each day. I am so happy for you to be able to continue your adventure.
Thank you for sharing this!
Andrea
Congrats on making it to 20 days! I’m enjoying your posts 🙂
Hi Bill, I’m having a challenge leaving a comment so hope I’m not repeating myself! I So enjoy following your incredible journey and so happy you are feeling better! Thanks for the amazing photos (really love the path through the trees) and your daily commentaries. Sara Armstrong King (Sue’s Mom)
Hi! Glad to hear from you!
You haven’t mentioned your shin splints in a while, so I hope that means your pain issues are behind you. I’m loving the daily updates and the videos make it feel like we are on the adventure with you!
It’s definitely better. Not 100% but close enough that it’s a non-issue. You should be out here, you’d love it!
I bet I would love it! I’m curious – have you encountered many non-religious hikers on the Camino?
Many, if not most. For many it’s an adventure or a spiritual experience.
It’s been great seeing your progress, hearing your stories, and the wonderful pictures!
Glad to hear from you. Hope all is well back in Happy Valley and that Mark isn’t screwing things up too much! 🙂
Heh, you are missed, but our leadership is strong! 😉