Two days ago we walked from Leon to Villadango which was a 12.5 mile walk. After about 11 miles I really struggled.  We did not take a break for 4 hours and I just cannot do that. I need a break every two hours.  I finally could go no more and found a bench to sit on. Karen had taken a turn that Helen didn't see. She realized I was not behind her and turned around to see what was happening.  After a few minutes we started out, hoping to find the Hostel. We did not have the name which was a big mistake!!!  We were headed into one to see if Karen had checked in when a car came towards us and we could see Karen waving her hand out of the car!  Very happy to see her.  She had seen us across the street but couldn't get our attention.  The owner of the Albergue told Karen to get in the car and they came after us!  Had single rooms.  Very nice dinner but east down to eat at 7 and were served at 8:30!!! I was almost asleep
Today we decided to take a bus from Villadango to Astorga. Saw the cathedral and the Gaudi museum.  I had never heard of Gaudi, but learned he is te Spanish Frank Lloyd Wright.  Took many photos of Mary in the Cathedral.  It is amazing how prominent she is inSpanish churches.
Had lunch and then walked 6 miles to Santa Catalina.  We are in a hostel El Caminante.  Have a room for three with private bath!  We have been doing our laundry later but it is not drying. Yesterday I was using my backpack as a laundry line, hanging my compression underwear and socks!  You do what you have to do!  About to eat then to bed.  Tomorrow we walk six miles to a monastery where we averted with the monks.
Buen Camino!