My backpack seemed very heavy today. It was all in my mind, of course. As soon as I had a couple of cappuccinos it was fine lol.

I saw this woman today over and over again on the trail. She was always on a call. I mean, she talked on the phone for at least 5 hours. I know we have to let people enjoy themselves in their own way, but damn.

Anyway, nice little day today. I don’t want the experience to end.

I was up super early because I couldn’t doomscroll on my phone last night. The stars were out, and I saw the milky way for the first time in a while. Neat.

I also found an operating cafe, so I had coffee unexpectedly. Super neat.

It got nice and warm early so the walking was very pleasant. Everyone seemed to be in a good mood despite the hassles of the day before.

The power was on for me and I had a good shower. Grateful for that too.

Miles 12

Oh man what has happened to society lolol

Literally one hour after the power went out, zombies were roaming the streets in search of beer and snacks

I was one of them

But

Tonight I have a place to sleep, some food to eat, and one last clean pair of underwear.

Things could be worse.

Tomorrow, I’ll get up and move on, wash my drawers in a stream somewhere, and hope that when I get where I’m going, I’ll have a place to sleep.

Edit: I did have a place to sleep

Also, did not wash my drawers in a stream.

Miles 25

The throngs of new walkers either failed to materialize, or I just got lucky and was ahead of the crowds.

So many more places to get coffee or some snacks, and also so much more commercial.

Ah well. Twas a nice day anyway. Had a nice drink with Maggie from silicon valley, and attended a pilgrim mass.

Miles 15