Finisterre

 Sometimes you need a holiday to get over the holiday. 

Today was a day of farewells as our group went our separate ways, which of course was always going to happen. 



and so it was that Josh and I took the long and windy bus west from Santiago, snaking over the Gallican mountains and oh so many wind turbines 


and in and out of beautiful fishing villages to arrive at Finisterre on the western coast of Spain. 

I snagged a great last minute deal on a two bedroom apartment which even has two bathrooms, and a balcony overlooking the bay. 

We were both disproportionately happy to go to a supermarket and stock up because for the first time in a month (or two for Josh who was travelling before the Camino) we have a kitchen, and a fridge, and nowhere we have to go tomorrow. I bought broccoli.  To spend two consective nights in the same place will be the start of coming down from the Camino, and facing back toward home.  


 





Comments

  1. Anonymous28 September 2024 at 12:24

    Congratulations Fr Jim! We're so very proud of you! Your hard work and perseverance have paid off. Thank-you for the invitation to share your blog, your truth and honesty has been inspiring! I will miss the Camino updates! You have taught us a lot about life and especially gratitude ! We also got to reflect on the special highlights you gave us at Toukley! Safe travels home , 🙏 Jo M and Family!

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  2. Dominic Philippa28 September 2024 at 13:13

    Wonderful finish to your journey. Like many others I will miss the daily update to read on where’s Jim today. Maybe it’s a good impetus for me to do a journey of my own….
    See you back in Sydney soon.
    Bueno Camino
    Dom

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  3. Anonymous28 September 2024 at 16:19

    Congratulations Fr Jim! Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam!🙏

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  4. Anonymous29 September 2024 at 04:13

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Thank you for sharing your journey with us. In reading the blog, we have been humbled and inspired.
    The de Lima's.

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  5. Anonymous29 September 2024 at 06:14

    Take your time "landing" Jim. Sometimes the landing after these sorts of peak experiences can be tricky. Go gently now.

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  6. Anonymous29 September 2024 at 19:04

    Thank You for sharing your experiences Fr Jim. I have enjoyed reading your blog. I have always wanted to do the Camino and know that I never will, now. Safe travels home. Chrystal

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