Villa de don Fadrique to Tembleque - Windmill signals

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Motionless windmills - there on the hillside. I thought how good it would be to stop for a while, as I walked into Tembleque this afternoon.

This morning I was uncertain how far I would go. Two weeks of walking every day takes a toll. I felt my feet, knees and mindset beginning to go awry. 
As my body warmed to the rhythm of walking  niggling aches disappeared, I appreciated the surroundings. Once used industrial lodgings . . .

Close by ageless rural houses.
At the next town, Villacanas, I glimpsed old friends as they sat on the park bench like bookends. 
People were out in the main Plaza. I stopped for an early lunch.
Then my sunglasses broke. I packed up anyway and thought I’ll get another pair at the next town.
Where I’ve been and where I’m going - all in one sign!
I still went off track and needed to walk through this paddock to get back to the road.

Cloud cover and thunderstorms in the distance lessened the sun’s heat.
I had organised tonight’s accommodation with Juan’s help so I decided there was no need to push. I took a break. 
Trucks and cars beeped support as I waved my sticks at them. Then the windmills appeared. . . .
I found my accommodation. The hospitalera came and opened up and I had a couple of beers at the bar next door. All very welcoming and convenient !

A little later in the bar, I watched a bullfight on television with some locals.
The bull lost. He was outnumbered - had no chance,
Like the windmills and the bull that started off so strong, I feel it is time for me to stop and take a break for a day or so. I have booked in for two nights - luxury!

I felt the signals - the break will do me good.











Comments

  1. Chrissy4 June 2024 at 23:28

    Good on you for listening to your body and taking the time where you need it. Thinking of you! Xx

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  2. Neils5 June 2024 at 02:40

    'Mindset beginning to go awry'. The vast plains and heat of La Mancha having an effect!! Were those windmills really there??? As San Don notes: 'Whether the pitcher hits the stone or the stone hits the pitcher, it’s bad for the pitcher.' Glad you are taking a rest day, those legs and feet look like they'd appreciate a good soak in the bath. Two days walking and you are in Toledo, an amazing old town, where you might want to rest another day. Salud amigo, enjoy the break.

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  3. Az5 June 2024 at 09:14

    Hey Dad you’ve got this 👊 while you certainly have demonstrated feet of endurance, put em up for a couple of days, so you can continue this feat of endurance x

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  4. Anonymous5 June 2024 at 10:20

    Thanks folks- there’s a market here today. It’s so relaxing to not have a pack and just wander around the stalls picking up supplies. I hope the day passes slowly. Thanks for your support

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  5. Anonymous5 June 2024 at 15:45

    Happy resting intrepid adventurer. Love your blog as always. Fascinated to hear about the closed order. Stay safe. Xx. The Macs

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  6. Lizzie6 June 2024 at 00:06

    Your tenacity and humour shine through all trials and tribulations. The day of rest sounds perfect to restore your spirit and body. Enjoy! 😊 x

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