Another day. A very good day.  We walked the Mesita which is a very long, flat area on the plains.  Some avoid because it is so "boring" with "no interest".   I wore my sandals and did not carry my pack because the arthritis in my neck and shoulder is really acting up.  I will not carry tomorrow, but will try to start again on Sunday. I was not burdened with physical infirmities ( a little Advil for my arthritis) so spent the day on the Mesita meditating on many things.  I thought about my mother a lot today. She died in 2007 and I miss her.  She would love to hear of my Camino adventure.  I do think she is with me though!!  I also thought of my wonderful children and in law children and grandchildren.  I thought of all my friends. And, I thought about my clients.  I thought, too, about my former husband and said a prayer for him.  And, I asked forgiveness for my failings.  Yes, I was deep in reflection for 12 miles, walking alone for most.
We arrived at our Alburgue Ultreya about 2, showered, washed clothes and looked ahead in our Brierly book about El Camino.  Tonight we had a lovely supper with a Spanish woman who lives in Switzerland.  She walking with a friend from Israel.
After supper we had a fascinating tout given by the owner, of the wine cellar under us. It is called a Bodaga.  Off to bed. Another day on the Mesita so who knows what will come to mind! Buen Camino!