Archive for April 2019
10 CAMINO FACTS THAT YOU MAY NOT HAVE KNOWN ABOUT
Introduction As I am finalising the preparations to take my very first group of pilgrims across the Pyrenees, I thought it would be a nice idea to put together some facts about this trail that will tie everything together. There are all sorts of myths and legends that go along with the Camino, but here…
Read MoreTREAT OF THE WEEK | ALTRA LONE PEAK 4.0 TRAIL RUNNERS FOR WOMEN
Item: Altra Lone Peak 4.0 Trail Runners Total Cost: £130 Used for: Hiking in warm weather Enjoyment Level: So far so good! Treat of the week – Altra Lone Peak Trail Runners I was looking for a trail runner that had a larger / wider toe box that my current Solomon trail runners as I…
Read MoreLESSON #11 – LEARN TO LISTEN MORE
Life and Business Lessons Learned From A Hike Across Spain, Step by Step If there is one thing that I am good at in this world it is talking! I am a terrible sufferer from “monkey mind” which basically means that I find it difficult to switch off my thoughts. I struggle to meditate, I…
Read MoreTREAT OF THE WEEK | DEAD CATS AND HEAD PROTECTORS FOR THE OSMO POCKET
Item: Dead Cat Windshield for Osmo Pocket Total Cost: £10.99 (dead cats) Used for: Windshield for microphone on the Osmo Pocket Enjoyment Level: Not bad Treat of the week – Windshield for Osmo Pocket The DJI Osmo Pocket has two pinhole microphones. One on the bottom and one on the front of the gadget. The…
Read MoreBook Review – In Praise Of Slow – Challenging the Cult of Speed
Julia’s Reading Challenge for 20190% Introduction We live in the age of speed. We strain to be more efficient, to cram more into each minute, each hour, each day. Since the Industrial Revolution shifted the world into high gear, the cult of speed has pushed us to a breaking point. Consider these facts: Americans on…
Read MoreLESSON #10 – LEARN TO BELIEVE!
Life and Business Lessons Learned From A Hike Across Spain, Step by Step We stayed the night in a rather large hostel in Astorga. I didn’t sleep very well as the Korean guy in the bed opposite was sleep talking all night. It wouldn’t have been so bad if I could have understood anything that…
Read MoreHOW TO PREVENT BED-BUGS ON THE CAMINO (EP19)
Introduction Many people ask me about bedbugs on the Camino. I think there is the impression that they are rife along the Frances route and I hear of stories where people are spraying their gear and themselves with all sorts of chemicals in order to prevent bedbugs. I am here to put your mind at…
Read MoreTREAT OF THE WEEK | NO-TIE-SHOELACES
Item: No-Tie-Shoelaces Total Cost: £3.50 Used for: Walking boots, trainers, trail runners Enjoyment Level: Saves lots of hassle! Treat of the week – No-Tie-Shoelaces I was introduced to these shoelaces via my brother who is a runner. He swore by them and I purchased a couple of pairs for both me and Rachel before our…
Read MoreLESSON #9 – WHAT EXCESS BAGGAGE DO YOU CARRY IN LIFE?
Life and Business Lessons Learned From A Hike Across Spain, Step by Step Less is more. Simples! When I look back at the many Camino journies, it dawned on me that I had learned this lesson repeatedly and I am still not quite there. On this amazing trail, you will find yourself evaluating two types…
Read MoreFilm Review – Edie
A Heartwarming Story – 5 Stars! Introduction This beautiful heartwarming tale throws off the shackles of age, challenging the relationships that we have with ourselves and those around us. An inspiring film that tells us it is never too late to reach for your dreams. Find out more here. Julia’s Review On a quiet Sunday…
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