Following flowers and shells: a photo walk along el Camino de Santiago, Spain

May 17—2012

One of the daily delights in my new life walking el Camino de Santiago is following trails of wildflowers, proud village blooms and the shell symbol of Saint James. Every step of the way these have been in sight: fields of poppies and daisies, chamomile and dandelion along the path edge, a shell quietly waiting on a signpost, showing you the way. The flowers and shells have become my companions as much as the other pilgrims on the trail.

Here are a few of the many,many photos I’ve snapped so far on my Camino.

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Lela Bonchjela

May 18, 2012

These photos are so lovely Nic, I almost cried, I swear!

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1. Nic Freeman
  
  May 19, 2012
  
  Oh thanks Lela! The reality of this scenery has the same affect on me. Truly inspiring countryside.
  
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mountainmae

May 18, 2012

I love the poppy in the backpack. Do you find yourself thinking about all the people and feet that have walked this path – does it ever feel like you feel their presence?

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1. Nic Freeman
  
  May 19, 2012
  
  Every day the historical significance of this trail hits me. Thousands of feet have ached on this same trail. The Romans were once here. It is humbling, a little overwhelming, and very powerful. I feel like I am a little piece in the human puzzle, adding a little more meaning to the big picture.
  
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Patti

May 19, 2012

Without words. And green with envy Patti xx

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1. Nic Freeman
  
  May 19, 2012
  
  Thanks Patti 🙂
  
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5th Grade Teacher

May 24, 2012

I met a teach in Algeciras who takes pictures of cairns. Yours is a nice one. I hope you added to it.

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Gratitude for a Wonderful Year of 2012 Travel Adventures « Nic Freeman

December 31, 2012

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ilivetotravel

February 9, 2013

Nice collection of photos from the Camino! I hope to do the Camino some day. But first, off to climb Kilimanjaro next week!

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1. Nic Freeman
  
  March 8, 2013
  
  Awesome ILiveToTravel! It sounds like you’re all organised, with an exciting itinerary. Can’t wait to hear more.
  The Camino is incredible. Not as challenging in terms of terrain, but the month of walking certainly teaches you a few lessons 🙂 Happy hiking.
  
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