by Cruisin Michelle | Jul 10, 2022 | All Blog Posts, Via Francigena
It is amazing what a change will do for the soul. We experience changes all the time from a new week, beautiful sunset, shift in the weather, a refurbished home, a new pet, or even new neighbors. Whatever the change, it’s all around us, happening even when we don’t...
by Cruisin Michelle | Jul 5, 2022 | All Blog Posts, Camino de Santiago, Via Francigena
Gear – Gear – Gear! Let’s talk gear. It’s not my favorite subject to write about but I love to read what others carry in their backpacks, so alas, I need to talk about it too! Haha! Skip to the end for the list of items and links! Watch the video on...
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 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 11, 2022 | All Blog Posts, Via Francigena
2017 Camino de Santiago going into Pamplona This photo came up on my Facebook memories today. It’s ironic and funny because without seeing that picture I asked Brian to take the picture below. 2022 Via Francigena going into Rappollo I’m always exhausted after a day of...