It rained for most of the day and there was a lot of mud on the trail. My walking stick was useful to keep me walking straight when I was on the top of hill. When I first started walking it was like I was in a dream going through the woods. Just a head of me I saw a white horse by the path eating something from the ground. When I got closer there was actually about eight horses and a few of them were white. One brown one looked up and stared at me while the others kept eating. When I got closer he started walking towards me and then a few others followed him. I tried not to notice and be scared because I know animals sense fear, but I have always been afraid of animals. There were four of them following me on the path and very close. I turned around and spoke to them in Spanish. I told them I didn´t have anything, but they kept staring at me so I said okay follow me. They followed for a while and then crossed to the other side of the path and started to eat again. It´s pretty funny now, but the horses were so big and so close.
I stopped for tea in Atepuerca, the town that is known for archeological excavations, it was so nice to get out of the rain and drink something warm. Shortly after I could see the city of Burgos on the horizon. As I got closer I picked the path that was supposed to be the least industrial. At first as I approached I thought there was a fire, but it was actually smoke from a factory and then there was a lot of garbage and so on. I much prefer the countryside to the city. It is amazing how much pollution comes from a city, how it is hard to think and everything is so busy. When I finally got to the centre of town I saw the immense cathedral that is absolutely stunning. I did a quick visit and then walked to the albergue. It was a surprise to meet two other Canadians tonight. I am staying with a woman from Calgary and a Japanese man from Toronto.
For supper I went to eat at the university residence accross the street. The meal was a plate of hor d´oeuvres, grilled cheese sandwich with fries and a yoghurt. It was also a bit of cultural experience.
Thanks Dad for adding photos to the blog !
1 comment:
Hey Katie,
It has been so good to read your blog. It is very well written and has reminded me of so many times we have shared together. It sounds like your journey has been amazing so far, and I really enjoy your observations and ponderings. Some of them have challenged me to do some thinking of my own. I hope things continue to go well & know that I am thinking of you. Take care & love to la reine des arbres.
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