Day three Roncevalles to Zubiri. 21 k 445 up 905 down Got up to a beautiful clear day. Walking mostly through garland and forest. The downhilll was challenging as it was often very stony. Jean and I have singing challenges thinking up songs about sunshine or would/wood. Or any other nonsense theme. Very pretty spring flowers about. Saw several herds of horses some with bells. Very sticky animals Probably destined for a French kitchen. Weary and sore by the...

Day Two. Orisson to Roncevalles 17 km 820m up 620 down Yesterday up date Arrived after a steep climb at 5:45 The path was short but steep. There were some glimpses of views but low cloud obscured it mostly. Jean and I excited to be on the way but concerned at leaving late in r the day. Lovely green damp countryside. Flicks of sheep and goats and herds of cows. Finally arrived after many stops at 5:45. Dinner at 6:30. Shared introductions after dinner and Sam (US...