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There is something lovely in seeing the joyful summer blooms of crepe myrtle.

Leon

Sauntered into Leon this morning.  Passed by this lovely image of a tired Santiago Peregrino resting at the Cross.

I went to pray before the Blessed Sacrament in the Basilica of St. Isidore to bring my pilgrimage to a close.  

This afternoon I hopped on a train to Madrid.   

Roses

Had a lovely walk into Virgen del Camino today.  The church here is staffed by Dominican friars who also run a school.  The facade of the church has a grand depiction of the Blessed Mother and the 12 Apostles.

Walking through four little towns today, I was again delighted by God's creative touch and uplifted by His sweet perfume.  I hope you get a chance to stop and smell the roses....

Stages

Under overcast skies that kept the temperature cool, I walked from Astorga to Hospital de Orbigo.  The walk was over rolling farm land in transition.  There was grain nearing harvest.



There were trees being pruned to strengthen their growth.



There were fields plowed and ready for the next crop.



Those beside us may be wrapping up or just starting out.  They may need encouragement to strengthen them on the journey.  What stages do you see beside you today?

Astorga

Today's walk rolled downhill for 22 km to Astorga, the chocolate capital of Spain.  WiFi is spotty so I will post more if I find a better signal