Ellie tells a great story about the Blister Family. Niklas sings 'Blister Family' to the same tune as 'Addams Family.' They are American and are a mom, dad, and two sons. They have been suffering from blisters from the beginning. Every day or so Ellie would see them, and they would talk about how bad their feet were. One day when Ellie passed them, Blister Dad asked weakly if the blisters ever got better. They were thinking of quitting the Camino and spending the rest of their vacation in Madrid. Ellie then saw them two or three days later, and Blister Mom had a huge grin on her face. They decided to continue! Ellie said it was the American way, and the family was proud they had toughed it out. Love them!
Most Europeans have never known someone named Brooke before. When they meet me, I usually get the following responses:
Like Brooke Shields?
Exactly.
-Or-
Oh! Like the English word 'broke' but with a 'U.'
Thanks for that Mom and Dad.
An Australian met an American who thought Austria and Australia were the same country, and that Austria was an abbreviation for Australia. I tried to defend them by saying maybe they misunderstood, but the Australian woman said she was in disbelief at first and made sure there was no confusion.
John is impressed that I am well travelled considering my age and nationality. When he did Route 66 with his family, he met an American girl that did not know where Ireland was. He said for an American I am brilliant, but in comparison to a European I am normal.
Justin and Patrick decided to do the Camino after watching a segment on KPBS. They are lifelong friends. Justin is in a wheelchair, and Patrick is pushing him. Along with some friends, they are making a documentary about the journey. Their website is illpushyou.com. Many pilgrims have harnessed in to help Patrick push along the way. It has been great walking alongside them. How inspiring! I can't wait to watch it.
America!
No comments:
Post a Comment