This marked the second day of walking. We got started an hour earlier today (7:30 am). Breakfast felt a bit skimpier, but soon, we were down the road for our 25 km hike. The first 10 km (2+ hours, depending on the group you were walking with) were essentially uphill, where a 1 degree incline felt flat. The day has been hazy and overcast, a huge change from yesterday where the mist burned off by 9;30. This was a blessing, though, since much of the walk was out in the open and even on asphalt and very close to roads (yesterday had been in the woods much more).
The path is not necessarily smooth, with rocky road to walk over. The lead group (which includes Chris Sommer, Andrew Erdos, Adam and Erin Skipper and Pastor) were able to maintain a 5 km per hour pace, but it was a bit of a challenge today, even without the sun. The uphill was a bit of a challenge and our legs were feeling the nearly 30 miles by the end of the day. We got to the town about 40 minutes ahead of the next group and we REALLY liked our lunch!
We haven´t passed many Americans (or even English speakers) yet, but have seen a varriety of ages.
Peace,
The St. Mark Pilgrims
Hey-You guys seem to be really enjoying youselves! I'm enjoying reading this right here where I am very comfortable. Keep up the good pace, and we'll be looking to hear all about it. Lem
ReplyDeletewe love watching your journey...what an incredible trip. we're praying for you. keep the posts and photos coming...they are wonderful!
ReplyDeleteCongrats on your journey...you are in my prayers. Thank you so much for the great pictures and postings. Keep us updated.
ReplyDeletePeace be with you all,
Cyndy
It is so comforting to be able to see these pictures from halfway around the world. Gracias, Padre Gary! If we did the math right, you are 11 hours ahead of us! You are in out prayers for safe travels, spiritual growth and minimum blisters!Sue & Everett
ReplyDeleteWow what a journey! Erin I can even recognize that bright Miles for Matt shirt halfway around the world! I can't wait to hear more info on your inspiring travels. Keep the photos coming! Love you and good luck, and I will keep on praying for yall!
ReplyDeleteLove Ginny
What a fantastic trip! Hope the feet keep hanging in there! Our prayers for continued good weather go with you.
ReplyDeleteVal and Fred
Oh,the lambs! It's so great to be able to see pictures. I really am thinking and praying for your group each day. What an awesome journey!
ReplyDeleteKathleen's Aunt Charlotte
To the second group (you know who you are!) keep up the good work. Don't worry about the fast group they get blisters too. Keeping all of you in our prayers.
ReplyDeleteSteve and Jaymi