by Cruisin Michelle | Jun 28, 2022 | All Blog Posts, Via Francigena
I’m always excited for new scenery, entering the Apennine Mountains was no exception after the long, flat days of the Po Valley. I’m like a kid who is excited but forgets every time how much work the mountains can be to hike. I can’t talk more about a balanced life...
by Cruisin Michelle | Jun 25, 2022 | All Blog Posts, Via Francigena
Since you heard from me last we have walked 47.6 km, took a train for 31.5 km, and enjoyed a bit of rejuvenation. See our stats at the end of the blog. Can you feel the zen of a balanced life? Brian and I have lived by the school calendar our entire lives. We don’t...
by Cruisin Michelle | Jun 21, 2022 | All Blog Posts, Via Francigena
As we continue to meander through the Po Valley, I am constantly surprised by what the famous Camino magic brings our way. Camino magic is a term we learned on our first pilgrimage. I don’t remember where specifically but probably on Dan Mullins Camino podcast. If...
by Cruisin Michelle | Jun 19, 2022 | All Blog Posts, Via Francigena
This long flat road from Santhia to Pavia reminds me first of the Meseta on the Camino Frances only longer. My photos are all same, I am tired of the views, and my inspiration isn’t coming like it was just a few days ago. It also reminds me of how a 15 week semester...
by Cruisin Michelle | Jun 15, 2022 | All Blog Posts, Via Francigena
Ramblings from the Via Francigena… I don’t ask for much when we’re on pilgrimage. Having our most basic needs met is really all we desire which means availability of decent toilet paper, food, and a soft bed. 😆 Unfortunately, that is asking too much at times. 😏 The...
by Cruisin Michelle | Jun 13, 2022 | All Blog Posts, Via Francigena
Sometimes we all need a spot to rest, to think, to regroup, to pause, and of course, to contemplate. Considering how I felt about the long downhill walk into Aosta, Italy When we did our practice Camino on the Little Miami Scenic trail in March, see blogs here, I...
