This is a Camino footbridge that we will be walking over when we leave this town. I took this picture while walking around checking things out this after noon.
Our adventure, complete with a new angel is a bit of a hiccup, but we will work it out. Gretchen has managed to get a significant wound on her back that required medical treatment. She will be taking penicillin pills in order to get better. It was probably caused by an initial blister. or bug bite that was then exacerbated by her backpack rubbing against the wound. Ultimately, we realized that the wound required medical intervention. With the help of our lovely hotel proprietor, she drove us to urgent care. took me to the bank to pay for Gretchen's portion of the bill (standard procedure here) took me back to Urgent care, and then came back to pick us up and bring us back here when we were finished. She then switched us from the 74 bed pilgrim room to a private room with our own shower, and beds with sheets and blankets!
The doctor was great. With the help of Google translate, he and Gretchen were able to be on the same page. He wants no hiking for 4 days, and then....no backpack for Gretchen.
Although not the best news, we are blessed to be in a bigger town, with support while Gretchen recovers, and within walking distance of most anything we need.
We are discussing several solutions...the main one being locating day backpacks to put our staples in, and sending our main backpacks on to our next destinations. It doesn't cost that much, and, would make our hiking easier. And leave Gretchen's back the ability to recover. I see many people wear their smaller backpacks carried in front or one shoulder which might work for Gretchen. We will come up with a solution.
It is now Wednesday morning, I thought I posted this last night, but evidently not. So, I can give you an update of a peaceful night's sleep for both of us and no noisy departure of the many pilgrims. This is a perfect place for recovery.
We are sending Gretchen healing vibes. Glad medical help was available and your host so accomodating. Thanks for your excellent pics and blogs: that bridge looks ancient! Much love to you both. John and Darci
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DeleteSounds like even though this was a bit of a temporary setback you will conquer it with the kindness and medical help available there. Gretchen is in good hands and how really wonderful that your hostess has given you two a private place for peace and quiet while Gretchen's meds have a chance to work. There are so many options for backpacks and I bet you blisters (if that's what it began as) are VERY COMMON on long treks carrying backpacks!!! Take it easy - rest and recover - then you two will be back on the road again in no time.
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That's our plan...back on track.
DeletePam, thank you so much for following along with us on our adventure, and for your wise and encouraging words! We So appreciate it! Xoxog
DeletePrayers for Gretchen's quick recovery! I'm enjoying following your journey. You both are truly inspiring.
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DeleteThank you so much for your prayers! It's truly been an amazing experience, and we are so blessed! Hope all is well with you and your family--you are in our prayers as well! Xoxog
DeleteOh no! I was wondering how you guys were getting along with blisters, and muscle soreness and all the other stuff that goes along with being on your feet and moving all day every day. This sounds like it really got bad! At least you are getting fixed up and having a rest.
ReplyDeleteI was also curious about this backpack thing. Is there some sort of pilgrim service that takes your backpacks? Or do you just have to trust that the taxi driver won’t take off with your stuff and dump it in a ditch or something? 😝
I do have to say that turning your most valuable stuff over to a taxi service is a little unnerving. But it is a major business for many here, so you just have trust it is secure.
DeleteI forgot to ask - is that a Roman bridge?
DeleteIt is indeed a Roman bridge. It is at the Point of "Puenta" la Reina.
DeleteSo sorry to hear about Gretchen's injury. It seems there is always some injury or setback, all part of the journey. I know you are taking it in stride and a few days of rest will be good for you. I hope you can enjoy your time in the city. Prayers for a timely and full recovery. Love, Debbie
ReplyDeleteThanks Debbie, your prayers are greatly appreciated.
DeleteThanks, Debbie, and thanks for keeping us in your prayers! What an adventure! Glad to be moving on (slowly) tomorrow! Xoxog
DeleteOuch! So, is this no backpack for the rest of the trip or just until the wound heals? Get well, Gretchen!
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Mike
Thanks Mike! The doctor didn't give us an end time. Right now the position of the wound is such that it would be impossible for her to carry her backpack. If it completely heals before Santiago,maybe, but that would be unlikely given the severity of it.
DeleteOh Mike, thank you so much! Tomorrow we'll try a short walk without packs and see how it goes! I am grateful just to be moving. In the right direction! Xog
DeleteHang in there!
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DeleteI hope the small! set back will be short. You must make sure it heals before putting anything back on it. Surely there must be a back pack that you carry in the front of you. Must be cautious!!! May the good Lord heal and bless you!
ReplyDeleteYou have come in touch with so many nice people. I have had a similar sounding wound from my back pack shoulder strap. Didn't need medical attention thankfully. Abrasions like this are very common from multiple days carrying a pack. How about your feet? How are they doing. Being a thin skin Pulk. If I look at one spot long enough...there's a blister
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