The last mile

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That's Assisi in the near distance. I caught a train this afternoon from Firenza / Florence which left me about 3km away from the end of the outward leg of my pilgrimage.

I walked up to the outskirts, to the Bose monastic community who've offered me accommodation for the next few days. After a good shower and a bite to eat I'm settling into my room. I can see the hill on which the city itself stands from my window.

It feels amazing and humbling, after almost 3 weeks on the road, 2,300km of travel, the loss of Rocinante, all the stops and encounters and challenges on the way, to be this close at last.

It's about a 1.5km walk from here to the Basilica. But right now, it's time for sleep.

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  1. Anonymous13 July 2024 at 06:03

    You have done it!!! Well done ❤ Now you will be able to spend some days in Assisi, your dream. Anything can be achieved and I have so enjoyed travelling along with you. Take care xx

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  2. Dad13 July 2024 at 08:47

    Congratulations, you have achieved your main goal, mostly the hard way! Now is the time to relax, reflect, and allow yourself to become immersed in the wonderful surroundings and the local people there. Safe journey home, looking forewords to your next ‘moped’ adventure!

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  3. Anonymous13 July 2024 at 09:24

    Well done, congratulations. Back to the Shire next 😁

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  4. Sarah's blog13 July 2024 at 10:12

    Enjoy every moment of the coming days Chris, taking time to be.

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