I have been putting off the wrap-up entry for some time. It's not that I hate writing. I just really don't want to admit it's over.
Since the beginning of our trip, I have been telling Becky that the hardest part of the Camino is maintaining the lifestyle and the "living-in-the-present" state of mind. We even came up with a catchphrase: Maintain the Spain.
I am extremely happy to report that we are doing just that! Becky and I have signed up to play on a soccer team together (What's more Spanish than that?) and have taken steps to keep on rolling with the Mediterrannean diet! :) It's lovely. I've even learned how to make Tortilla de Patata (google it.)
The state of mind is a harder thing to maintain, if not, impossible. When I was walking the Camino, I felt so at peace and so happy with myself. Now that I am back to "real life", I feel self-concious and slightly depressed. Just being honest.
All in all, I hope to someday combine my home life with that state of mind. To be honest, I think it has a lot to do with ridding your life of materialism. We'll see.
Hopefully, this isn't the end of my escapades.
-J
PS: Thank you to everyone who paid attention to our journey and gave us supportive feedback. It was very nice to hear from you when we were abroad. We missed you so much.
PPS: I am wearing my Camino shoes right now. :) Heeheehee.
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Hi Jess, I just found this blog today, and am so glad for getting a realistic view of what to expect when I go. I have been romanticizing the trip, and this blog has been a big help to help me see more clearly. You both are great writers, and I am so thankful you took the time to blog your experience.
Can you help with guidelines for choosing a great-fitting backpack? Also I'm interested to know if I can expect to lose any weight on this trip? I really enjoyed both of your postings. I'm planning a trip for summer 2009. Thank you!
Amy
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