Today started a bit like last night insofar as we had a completely non-pilgrim like meal. It was a luxury breakfast of fruit, meat, cheese, eggs, bread and jam all served over a linen tablecloth.
Our host and the amazing breakfast.
We received a stamp in our passports and headed out for the day.
Despite the forecast of another wet day we stayed mostly dry. The day started with a steep climb but then consisted of rolling hills. We passed huge radio control tower and sated mainly in farmland.
I don’t know if all the recent rain has been the cause but everything in the forests have been so green.
At the town of Neustadt on der Waldnaab we decided to stop for a coffee/tea, but were tempted by the ice cream. Everyone agreed it would be the hit of the day and possibly week. Nadine and Allison’s creations were huge.
We mainly walked alongside the Waldnaab River for the remainder of the afternoon. We were really looking forward to making our own dinner at the lodging for the night in the village of Windischeschenbach (Vin-dish-eshen-bach), but since it is Sunday all the grocery stores were closed. We did however take advantage of the washer and dryer to really clean our clothes. Hand washing can only do but so much after all.
Nadine here
This evening we went out to dinner as the grocery stores were closed.
As God would have it, the recommended restaurant was also closed so we searched for another and found what at first glance was a beer garden. A kind server answered questions about the menu and seated us with a party of 4. They engaged with us immediately. One of the women about my age told me about her grandchildren-3 grandsons and a granddaughter just like me. She then said one of her children was expecting a child in December and another child, a son, she wasn’t in contact with. I shared my story with her and we immediately connected. (God never wastes anything). I gave Kristianna (probably misspelled) one of the yellow arrows that is a symbol of the Camino, pointing us in the correct direction. I asked her if she knew the God who sees, the Jesus who experienced all of our sorrows, and the Holy Spirit who remains present with us. She said, “Yes, I believe the same”. I said, ” Then we can be confident in that God that holds us and our distant children”. She cried; we both cried for what is lost AND what is found in our life. Thank you God for these special moments on our Pilgrimage.
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What a beautiful path you were on today. So nice to meet folks and enjoy a meal together. Hope Mark’s shoes dry out soon! Prayers for continued safe travels
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It was lovely despite the on/off rain.
My shoes were probably the dryest of the three of us! Mark
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Guten Abend. I did try wandering around the blog. History only shows Czech Republic and then, profiles three routes. Lodging, when selecting immediate download does indeed ask for Geld. Glad you’re enjoying yummy food!! Praying your shoes dry out and for sunny 🌞 weather.
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Can you check again re the profiles. The file has “tabs” or when opened into google docs, it has Chapters. Maybe that is causing confusion.
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on the phone it is very different than I didn’t see > or < to navigate.
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What a pain. Next time I’ll just make a pdf
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And the website is being persnickety
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Can you describe how?
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leaving comments requires a test of patience as I may already be logged in, yet I am required to do so again.
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Yuck. That seems like a hassle.
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I have enjoyed reading and looking at your photos. What great adventures you all have had so far! I’m heading to NY today to start my backpacking trip.
The dolomite hiking vacation was amazing.
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We’ve driven through the Dolomites it never hiked them. Yet one more place to add to the bucket list. Enjoy NY.
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Have fun Sara! Share pictures when you can. The Dolomites were on my bucket list!
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You both look very refreshed and lovely. We miss you in group, Allison. Love your sweet dinner story, Nadine. God is so good all the time. Jehovah Jireh. ✝️
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Thank you Darlene. Miss all the ladies in our weekly group. God is good!
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Nadine, thanks for sharing that story about Kristiania. It was a precious moment to share the hope of Christ and encourage a hurting mother. You brought a smile to my heart this morning!
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It was a special moment!
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Love following along with you all everyday. You look great! I’m always amazed by how God puts people in our paths. Love hearing the stories. Happy walking pilgrims! Keeping you all in my prayers.
-Kim Snipes
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Thank you Kim. You are dear to us and I treasure your prayers.
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