I got a tattoo.
In the past, I never really wanted a tattoo, but after by first Camino, I started thinking about getting a shell on my calf. The shell is the sign of a pilgrim and after completing about 1600 miles of pilgrimages over three years, I proudly claim the title of “pilgrim.”
Therefore, a while back, I decided to get a shell tattoo the next time I was in Santiago.
Well, here I am.
Thanks to my Camino friends that were with me at the tattoo studio. It made it more fun, but also helped me figure out all the details and relieved any stress I might have had.
Today’s Sites
Last time I was here in Santiago, I didn’t get much time to see the Cathedral, so I took about an hour to explore and perform some pilgrimage rituals.
Later, I took a cab out to the edge of town to see the famous statue of pilgrims looking to the cathedral in the distance. I missed it when I walked into Santiago in 2022 due to a crazy rain storm. After seeing the statue, I walked back to town along the Camino with dozens of pilgrims that were finishing their pilgrimage today.
Finally, I had a meal with Cyrene and Beth. They leave tomorrow. I leave Thursday. It was a nice way to wrap things up.
Bill on the Camino 
I Iike the tattoo. You have certainly earned it. That cathedral is incredible. I can only image what it must be like to experience it in person. Safe travels back to the States.
It gives a whole new meaning to the term “tramp stamp!” Safe travels home.
A fitting end to another great adventure. Thanks for sharing it with us.
Glad you had such a great time. Safe travels home!
Congratulations on another successful Camino! Love the Tat! You’re on your way to being the next Jelly Roll 🙂
Safe travels back to A2
A very tasteful tattoo. Congrats on pilgramizing once again.
Congratulations Bill! What an adventure and to top it off with something that won’t go away – a very cool and meaningful tattoo!
I can only imagine the many feelings you’re going through – the accomplishment of making the trek again, all the wonderful people you’ve met, and amazing sites you’ve seen!! I’ve truly enjoyed checking in every now and again to see how you’re doing and would always be in awe of the beauty and stories you shared. One thing tho… I do wonder how poor Cory got the name ‘donkey’… I might need to go back through to find that nugget. Now princess on the other hand… isn’t all bad!! ;). Enjoy your time and safe travels back! And… Congratulations Bill!!
He got that name because his wife, Tess, made him carry everything! Rather than call him “Donkey,” I called him “Ass.” 😉