Yesterday was a big hike from Pamplona to a small town called Puente la Reina. The weather can be pretty unpredictable on the Camino, but it appeared it was goin to rain from the very start. Sure enough, when we were at the very top of the highest point on the trail for miles, the storm started. Wind, rain, and hail made for quite the experience. On the way down the hillside, the trail was washed out and had become a muddy stream.

For all the challenges that the weather presented, I expected some griping from the group. It had been easy going to that point, but it certainly wasn't easy anymore. And who could blame a soaked, cold pilgrim for being a little bummed out?

But I so underestimated the group. As we walked down the hillside, they greeted everyone we passed with a huge smile and a warm "Buen Camino!" In the middle of a thunderstorm they were making the most of the experience, and were even brightening the day for our fellow pilgrims. Needless to say, I was so impressed.

After the storm the sun came out and we finished the day with only some dampness left in the boots. Today was another long walk to Logroño, but we'll be resting tomorrow. Stay tuned for more updates!