Back on the way

It was a hot one today. I started walking well before first light to make the most of the cooler temperatures. Santiago felt very different in the early hours of the morning without the buzz of the tourists. Once I was out of the city I entered a very dark forest. I entered slowly and waited for my eyes to adjust. I could just make out the yellow arrows which continue to guide me along my way. I

It wasn’t long before I was out of the forest or until the sun came up. But I did struggle in the first 5km. The emotion of the last few days was weighing me down and I was missing the Primitivo crew. But after second breakfast and a few lovely messages from home I found my stride again. There were many pilgrims on the way, most with shiny new shoes and fresh bright sox.

I arrived in Negreira just after noon and before the intense afternoon heat had set in. Tomorrow will also be hot so I’ll have another short day