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Re: Is there any music out there about the camino?

Marco da Silva — Wed, 16 May 2012 06:48:48 -0000

Hi Ivar,
I particularly like Luar na Lubre (galician band) and this "Chove en Santiago" translates the magic of Santiago de Compostela, where you arrive after walking the Camino:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v... Camino!

Re: Is there any music out there about the camino?

James Findon — Wed, 16 May 2012 06:10:32 -0000

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Re: Did the movie “The Way” motivate you to walk the Camino de Santiago ?

Serisha Boyett — Tue, 15 May 2012 23:43:28 -0000

I had not heard of the Camino trek until I watched the movie. It was then I knew it was no mistake nor a coincidence that I had seen this film for it resonated in my soul that I must make this trek. To regroup and reconnect with my true higher self is what keeps coming forward for me when I think of why I want to make this pilgrimage. :)

Re: Did the movie “The Way” motivate you to walk the Camino de Santiago ?

Rochelle — Tue, 15 May 2012 17:49:24 -0000

You are what is left of your lovely wife, Nilda, in the world. She is in your heart, and is in the heart of your daughter as well. Remember the verse from the Song of Solomon: "Set me as a seal upon thine heart. Set me as a seal upon thine arm. Love is as strong as death." Her memory and spirit will sustain you on the road, and celebrate with you at the Cathedral.

Re: Did the movie “The Way” motivate you to walk the Camino de Santiago ?

Solar Panel Phil — Tue, 15 May 2012 13:51:44 -0000

The plan was in place before the film hit the cinema screens in the UK - but it certainly helped in understanding what it might be like on the road and added greatly to the excitement about walking the Camino for real. A good film in itself, and certainly recommended viewing to those who might be considering walking the Camino Frances.

Re: Did the movie “The Way” motivate you to walk the Camino de Santiago ?

Rochelle — Tue, 15 May 2012 11:05:36 -0000

No but it confirmed for me that I was supposed to do this. My husband of 38 years moved out last August, and since that time I have been heartbroken, and filled with sadness. I believe in Love, and I am dedicating this walk to Love, and the grace of hope.

Re: Did the movie “The Way” motivate you to walk the Camino de Santiago ?

Rochelle — Tue, 15 May 2012 11:03:26 -0000

"Tudo
o que é verdadeiro, tudo o que é respeitável, tudo o que é justo, tudo o
que é puro, tudo o que é amável, tudo o que é de boa fama, se alguma
virtude há e se algum louvor existe, seja isso o que ocupe o vosso
pensamento." (Felipenses 4:8)

Re: Did the movie “The Way” motivate you to walk the Camino de Santiago ?

Rochelle — Tue, 15 May 2012 11:01:28 -0000

No, but it confirmed for me that this was what I was supposed to do. My husband of 38 years moved out last August and I have been heartbroken. I have been carrying such sadness and longing since then, and I knew that here was a chance to recover and perhaps find a new road. I believe in love, and this walk for me is a walk of grace and hope.

Re: Did the movie “The Way” motivate you to walk the Camino de Santiago ?

Jeno — Tue, 15 May 2012 10:17:02 -0000

Yes! I had never heard of it before. I will be walking in Sept/Oct.

Re: Did the movie “The Way” motivate you to walk the Camino de Santiago ?

Kleckam — Tue, 15 May 2012 10:16:02 -0000

The movie inspired my daughter and I to walk "The Way" from SJPP to Santiago April 5 to May 3. It was an experience we will never forget. I encourage all to take this journey. Even if you hike solo, as in life, you will find that you never walk alone. Buen Camino!

Re: Did the movie “The Way” motivate you to walk the Camino de Santiago ?

Rjojo40 — Tue, 15 May 2012 09:18:16 -0000

then invite your daughter. It's not a race but an adventure of a lifetime. Honor your late wife "RIP", carry a picture of her along with you an your daughter. A most important life changing event.

Re: Is the real reason to walk the Camino to escape and hide?

Xandrayeppuda — Tue, 15 May 2012 03:08:06 -0000

Lovely words... it really is why we all travel. if only we could focus merely on the bliss of traveling then life cud be perfect . i think of it as my time to recharge my excitement for life.

Re: Is the real reason to walk the Camino to escape and hide?

Lietuslase69 — Tue, 15 May 2012 02:06:53 -0000

Camino is really good
(maybe to not escape), but found a new look on old things, feelings, look on
everything that happened! It helps anyway! And for everyone in different way!
Just leave your heart and eyes open and you will receive very many answers! :)
Have a luck!

Re: Did the movie “The Way” motivate you to walk the Camino de Santiago ?

Claudioarzola23 — Mon, 14 May 2012 22:22:06 -0000

and I will not be walking along since my wife is always at my side. Am doing this to Honor her memory she was my life and she still is forever.

Re: Did the movie “The Way” motivate you to walk the Camino de Santiago ?

Claudioarzola23 — Mon, 14 May 2012 22:18:51 -0000

yes! It did, I've been stuck since my Beutifull wife Nilda die in 2006 and my life has no meaning anymore ,I want to find my way somehow. I have a Daughter that is my life, but I need purpose also to go on. maybe I will find the unswer am looking for to keep on living.

Re: Did the movie “The Way” motivate you to walk the Camino de Santiago ?

Rjojo40 — Mon, 14 May 2012 16:09:46 -0000

Next Year I'm taking time off work and life to understand better. late July.

Re: Did the movie “The Way” motivate you to walk the Camino de Santiago ?

Heidi — Mon, 14 May 2012 12:25:08 -0000

I had never heard of the Camino de Santiago before I stumbled upon the movie, The Way". My camino has started in my heart and plan to walk in 2014

Re: How to train for the Camino de Santiago?

Kathryn Ann James — Mon, 14 May 2012 10:36:22 -0000

I did not do any training for the 400 km , which did take its toll on my knees but was worth it - don't put off going because you have not trained or feel that you are unfit. Take your time and enjoy it! I do recommend not walking in new shoes as I did though : )

Re: Is it difficult to make friends if you walk the Camino alone?

Vincentayd — Sat, 12 May 2012 06:43:24 -0000

Common denomitarors apply to pairing up with fellow pilgrims:

1) You must share the same pace of walking

2) You will have to transcend any language barriers

3) You will have to decide if you like the person or not

Have no worries you will meet many new friends along the way.........

Re: Is it difficult to make friends if you walk the Camino alone?

Rainer Tamson — Fri, 11 May 2012 18:47:24 -0000

If you like it, you never walk allone at the Camino! be shurly

Re: Is it safe for a woman to walk alone?

Ans — Fri, 11 May 2012 17:15:38 -0000

mijn beste schoen voor de camino is de Meindle Borneo lady, groeten Ans

Re: Is it difficult to make friends if you walk the Camino alone?

Katetaylor74 — Fri, 11 May 2012 17:05:33 -0000

I biked the camino solo (well not by the end I had a biking buddy) and even then I met walkers along the way to chat to. You'll find plenty of friends along the way.

Re: Is it difficult to make friends if you walk the Camino alone?

Hill Jenny177 — Fri, 11 May 2012 14:07:31 -0000

you're never alone on the camino (unless you really want to be) - it's wonderful. I found people who walked with me - giving companionable silence when I wanted, or conversation as required. I went last year solo - and am going again next week - again on my own - but never alone.

Re: Is it difficult to make friends if you walk the Camino alone?

Ruairi o heara — Fri, 11 May 2012 04:53:00 -0000

Where ever u are walking from along the camino u,ll meet people! U will not be alone! :)

Re: How to get from the USA to Saint Jean Pied de Port

Tolbert Pitman — Fri, 11 May 2012 00:21:13 -0000

How much is the van ride to SJPP? We got our tickets from Dallas to Barcelona. Can we start in Pamplona?