WHY ARE WE DOING THE CAMINO? | CAMINO DE SANTIAGO VLOG | EP 76

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Today we went from Torres Del Rio to Logroño for the 18 KM journey by foot. Day 9 of the Camino de Santiago. We discuss our reason for walking on the Camino in the video.
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[@cindyfleer2248]

I just wanted to share with you and your family that you posting your lives on KZbin does mean a lot to me. And I’d like you to share that with Avalon and Largo. With grown children of my own I know that the kids sometimes don’t always “get” what we as adults are passionate about. But about a month ago I had my fifth knee surgery. A total knee this time. The others were back when I was a teenager. This had been a lot harder to endure in many ways. Without having inspiring stories like your families I think I would be very depressed. It is my goal to RV about Europe just as your family is doing someday.So truly everything you share is interesting to me. So thank your family for me when they wait up for you to get the perfect drone footage and when they smile so sweetly while having a snack lunch amid a field of wheat or beautiful poppy flowers instead making a “face” like I know kids can kids can do to their parents. They are super kids. While I do my therapy exercises three times a day watching your videos distracts me from my pain and also inspires me to do better for my own future excursions! God bless and thank you!

[@jsueiro1]

Your welcome Cindy! So glad you are enjoying them. When we first started doing them I was so hesitant as I guard our privacy fearlessly, but I also wanted to share a different way of life. Honestly, now I cannot image our life without this community. Minus one or two trolls everyone is so kind and helpful and supportive. We get so much from all of you in this journey as well. Ha, well the kids do have their "face" moments, fights and disagreements with us. We choose not to show them in order to protect their privacy, but I do think all of this is normal child behavior and I don't ever want to stop them from doing it. However, they are incredibly patient with our filming and for that I am grateful. I hope they will cherish these vlogs for many years to come. I truly wish you a speedy and fruitful recovery so you can get out there and accomplish those dreams. Being in pain is not fun, but know that we are rooting for you over here in Spain. I will take some big steps for you tomorrow with my blister feet on the camino. Buen Camino. xoxo. And thanks for your honest and thoughtful comment.

[@mariaeditha]

Wow, Avalon seems like such an awesome kid (or young adult if she prefers). I think it would be really interesting to hear her talk about what her expectations on growing up and what becoming an adult is like. I mean, I admire those who are able to become mature and responsible and still keep their “childishness” and their honest view of the world. And for some reason I see that in her. Largos seems pretty cool too. As always, thanks for sharing a part of your world with us on KZbin ❤️

[@jsueiro1]

She is very mature, but is still very young in so many ways. Ways that I think should stay young forever. I hope she never losing that playfulness. I love your question and if she feels like talking about it on camera I will share it on YT. She has a very honest and pure view of the world which is so refreshing. I hope she never loses that. Largo is very cool as well. They are so very different in all the good ways which makes a great compliment to their friendship. Thank you for your thoughtful comment.

[@mariaeditha]

Jessica Sueiro Yes, it sure is refreshing! What shines through the lens, at least what I think I see in her, is a confidence that seems both strong and humble. I wish I had some of that at her age! Very inspirational 🙌

[@theodorerzepski8491]

Jessica and Will, you're fab parents. You use lots of cohesion building techniques: group situation reports of aches, how well you slept and humor.

[@jsueiro1]

Thanks Theodore! I thought maybe people would get sick of aches and pains part, but it has been so well received. I feel like I will be saying my feet hurt for 45 days though. Ha.

[@daniellesulzer1084]

We haven't been commenting much, but we sure have been following your hike! We love you all! All the way from Northern Arizona. You're our inspiration to follow our passion and share it with our children. If we're not living to be happy, what's the point? Well done kiddos! Scott (my husband) and I feel like Will and Jess are our friends, it's so awesome how you two do that in your videos. We love traveling with you through your videos.

[@WorldTowning]

Thanks so much for your compliments and for coming along with us on this crazy journey we call WorldTowning. Exactly, live to be happy, totally with you. Awh, that is so cool. We truly love our community here and are so glad that our vlogs create this big travel family. We love all of you right back and feel the friendship as well. Thanks for commenting.

[@cindyasters]

Your kids are so lucky and blessed to have you as parents, taking them on adventures, love spending g time with them.

[@jsueiro1]

Thanks Cindy, but it is truly us who are lucky. Without them we would have never done this, they have made us much better human beings.

[@sunglist3677]

Take a Break! You guys look so tired! And take off your packs when you fill up your water bottles- just those few minutes will be such a nice break- despite the hassle involved! You guys are AMAZING!,! Thank you for sharing your journey! 🙏🏻🤗💫

[@WorldTowning]

Oh my goodness do we need a break. The problem with the packs is that they are so heavy. Our fault, but the pain of taking putting it back prevents me (Will) from wanting to take it off during the mini breaks. The kids and Jessica are better about it than I am. We are in Leon now and will take a rest day tomorrow. Time to catch up on sleep and get another video edited for Sunday. All the best and thanks for your support. We really appreciate it.

[@geripfromnyc27]

Be a hero, take a zero(day)! Started following your channel as I want to walk part of the Way in October, and the rest next spring, so I'm interested in the weather and conditions this year. Thanks for adding all of the pertinent information, you're the only ones I've seen so far that actually show the terrain, the towns, and the condition of the hostels. Really useful information. Have begun viewing your older vlogs from when you all fist arrived in France. Am enjoying watching the kids grow up, especially Avalon. From a little girl to a young woman, they do grow up so fast! Anyway, keep on keeping on! Buen Camino!

[@alanhudson8718]

You guys don't need an epiphany..you guys are an epiphany!!!and i mean that in the nicest way.what an absolute joy to watch..i have missed you all.i have been very sick but getting there.lol.love you all.take care and carry on PLEASE.lol.xxxx

[@jsueiro1]

Thanks so much Alan! Hope you are feeling better, it is no fun to be sick.

[@fmestre1976]

Just keep on going guys...the "Way" (El Camino) is very mind rewarding If you can, when you return to the RV, get to know "Picos de Europa"...beautifull mountains and beaches.

[@jsueiro1]

Thanks for your encouragement. "If" we return to the RV! I keep trying to convince Will to just life in the camino as full time hikers. Ha.

[@hfs9700]

It has just struck me that Largo has the sweetest smile - like a laughing dolphin. Love him and Avalon plus you guys.

[@WorldTowning]

He so does. He has such a sweet personality and it shines though in his smile. Avalon has a great sense of humor and can turn us in hysterics with one comment.

[@ChicaandSunsets]

So much to say. Jess love your pig tails. Will you are so funny (“kids are gone, let’s hike the other way” “like how much stronger my arm is getting from holding this thing”). Largo I am so impressed with for one so young (and the only real kid in the family, Ava! 😉), he is always in good spirits. Ava sounds amazing with being the trip coordinator (love it, that’s my job). Also loved Ava’s wine glass of water - great way to drink it! - Chica / Jen

[@jsueiro1]

Ha, dirty hair looks so good in pig tails! I know, Will is so funny. It is hard to get alone time on the trail, I am sure you understand this more than us. Largo is very good natured unless you try to take his donut and then look out. Avalon is the only one who likes the trip planning so I am happy she is obsessed with it, otherwise we might be lost all the time. Ha. Thanks for your support. I really cannot wait until you guys get out here. xoxo

[@dennishanna3661]

What an amazing time you are having! Such fun to watch. My husband and I did the Camino when he was 70 and I was 65. You have definitely started us thinking about doing it again 5 years later. It can be so tiring to walk such long distances that you might consider staying in a hostel every week or so. That way you get good sleep and privacy for showers, naps etc. And sending some of the weight ahead seemed to help you all : ). Keep up the adventure. We LOVE watching.

[@WorldTowning]

So inspiring you are. I only hope that we are able to do the camino when we we are 70 and 75. We are about to take a rest day tomorrow . We are in Leon and yes, we are checking into a private room.

[@gumshoe5365]

“Time waits for no one”. Profound, love it.

[@jsueiro1]

me too!

[@samuelbarns118]

Hope you guys are doing well! I was late getting to this video as I was away at a conference but well worth the wait and it gave me something to look forward to when I got home!

[@jsueiro1]

Thanks for watching it Samuel! Hope the conference went well.

[@peterwilson8132]

Hey Guys your going at the right pace and soaking it all up, theres no hurry and it's all about the journey when it's over you are going to know that it was one of those mile stones in your lives, another great clip nice drone shots, look out for some of the more quirky hostels.

[@jsueiro1]

Thanks Peter! It is not always easy to balance it all, but we are really working hard to soak it in, be mindful, connect as a family, rest and tell the story authentically. Oh and do some socializing with the cool pilgrims along the way.

[@dominiquebt]

I really love that you guys are doing the Camino to enhance your family connection. What could be a better reason?? LOL

[@jsueiro1]

Everything we do in life has to meet this premise before we will even consider it. Before we know it they will be gone having their own adventures and we won't have the time to make those connections. Thanks so much for your support and understanding our Camino "why"

[@globemalo]

loving your videos...i finished my camino 1 month ago and i took a lot of pictures but not many videos so everything seems so familiar...thank you!

[@WorldTowning]

Congrats Gloria. Buen Camino! So glad our vlogs have been comforting after returning. They are doing the same for us.

[@pamczachor1633]

Just wanted to thank you for sharing your experiences with us. You guys are great! Your kids are doing wonderful! I'll be doing the Camino the end of September 2019, I'll be 70. I am so excited about this journey! I'm sure I'll have questions but I'll wait as I'm watching..................................Buen Camino!

[@WorldTowning]

Thank you Pam! Congrats on your future camino. There were a lot of women in your age range doing the camino. More to come! Buen Camino.

[@hfs9700]

Standing amongst the poppies - Jessica you looked as if you were standing in a Monet painting. Charming.

[@WorldTowning]

So amazing the scenery we are walking in. We are glad that we are not in a huge hurry and can stop to record it and enjoy it at the same time.

[@thewanderingbroker-karenro8189]

Love your rant......do it again June 2021!!! Ill be there.

[@noorassecretgarden897]

"Kids?! You mean kiddd!!!!!!" hahaha I have got this feeling that Avalon secretly loves the Camino more than everybody else :D

[@jsueiro1]

Avalon is an interesting bird with the camino. She was the least excited to come since she is not a fan of exercise and prefers to read books and do creative projects. She despises the camino on hot days and when we wait too long to eat (she is a foodie), but she loves the time in nature to let her mind wander and be free. She likes her space and bed, but has come to really get excited about "where will we sleep tonight" and she embraces the differences. I agree, she secretly loves it! I think she needed this the most of all of us as she is a super focused student and often gets too caught up in it.

[@hfs9700]

Dr Jess , 'Does anything hurt on you guys'. Keep on plodding. Am enjoying the Camino videos and your delightful escapades.

[@WorldTowning]

It is a daily occurrence. Every day after we stop, we have blister checks on the kids and they are clean every day. Largo had a little one for a day or two, but that's it. We are so fortunate that the kids have been healthy. Jessica and I can walk though a blister or two, but we do not want to have the experience ruined for the kids because of pain. Thanks.

[@berthatucker9451]

Love , love you adventures and family and videos.❤️💛💚💙💜

[@jsueiro1]

Thanks for your support. xoxo

[@michelemcnally2002]

Guys, I’ve just stumbled across your videos on KZbin and they’re lovely to watch. I’m in Seminario Menor (I recommend it to you) in Santiago and will start walking backwards along the Camino Francés tomorrow. I hope to see you somewhere along the Way but, if I don’t, “Ultreia, Suseia y Buen Camino” 😊🙏🏻

[@jsueiro1]

Thanks for following us! Please reach out if you see us walking, we are very easy to recognize with the the 2 kids, 2 camera and pink hair. Ha. Buen Camino. Hope we see you.

[@Arifavjo]

You guys are doing amazing work. Both profesional and with the family. Keep up the good work. Very inspiring you are. I am very motivated for my camino. And Will I have begun working on the creation of my BLOG. Watching your videos have motivated me and pushed me to begin. GRACIAS!!!

[@WorldTowning]

Muchas Gracias Joey! We are a family like any other from the point of view that we are good days and bad days, but we make the kids the center of every decision that we make. We often include them in the decision making process. Can't wait to see your blog. Let us know when it is up. All the best!

[@onedandylion]

Compelling viewing, as always :) I have an indelicate question so feel free to ignore... I am wondering about bathroom breaks. It is the one component of the trail that is hard to find info about. I could feel your tiredness on this video after such an incredible hike the day before. I have to say, it blows my mind that I am feeling so invested in your journey - the power of social media I guess. I am on a small island in the Hauraki Gulf - off the coast of New Zealand and you are in Northern Spain and we have never met, yet I'm worrying about your blisters :) Vlogging/video really is an phenomenal medium.

[@jsueiro1]

Thank you for taking care and concern for our blisters. It think about them all the time. Frankly, blister talk is a frequent topic of conversation on the camino, at dinner (I know, yuck), etc. Ha. Thanks so much for investing time in our family and adventure. We feel the same way about this community. We are all in it together and having everyone cheering us on is so helpful, social media is cool like that. As for the bathrooms. We come into a town every 3-4 hours and we get a coffee and use the bathroom. If we can't wait we go in the wild. It is easy for the boys and going #1. #2 has only occurred on the trail once by one of us and it was easy, not comfortable, but easy enough to find a bush to hide behind.

[@brianjames6349]

Bless your wonderful family Peregrino from Dallas, TX via Leon.

[@WorldTowning]

Thank you! We are loving the camino. It will be hard to leave.

[@brbwlk]

I've stayed at that albergue several times. l love your videos. Buen camino.

[@jsueiro1]

Thanks. Each albergue is a new adventure. I love it so much.

[@unowhotravelchannel]

Hi guys, another awesome video on your massive trail! Your energy is terrific, regardless of blisters and aches and pains! Lovely scenery 😀👍

[@WorldTowning]

Thanks guys. We are getting though it one day at a time. The people are amazing on the trail. We came to do the Camino to connect as a family and we are getting so much more.

[@donnad4883]

Love this series! Enjoy the journey!

[@WorldTowning]

Thanks Donna. We are trying our best to put these out as fast as possible. So glad that you are enjoying the episodes.

[@markwalsh6714]

Great video as always. Love the updates.

[@jsueiro1]

Thanks Mark! And thanks for your support! More to come!

[@mariaeditha]

11:55 - “When the trees attack” 😂

[@jsueiro1]

ha

[@samiraaboutaleb7662]

"How about not being an adult in the first place" that s the spirit Avlon :D

[@WorldTowning]

She is quite character. I love the fat that she still want's candy as if she was 10 like her brother. She is usually like a grown up, but she is still young at heart. We love it.

[@VIPERYT_]

Enjoy your trip.I have lived in navarete.

[@WorldTowning]

We actually stopped in Navarette for one of the nights. We planned on going on to a further town, but we walked in and fell in love. We wanted to see more.

[@Whocares.........]

Well done, stay safe.

[@WorldTowning]

Thanks so much. We have learned so much on the trail. One practical thing that we have learned is to not go more than 25KM in one day 😅

[@UNROOTME]

Interesting, I never knew what the Camino was until today. : )

[@WorldTowning]

It is an incredible journey without question. Anytime that you get to invest a month into your self with others who are doing the same is undoubtedly amazing. It is something that everyone should attempt to do. The outcome, self discoveries and friendships gained are amazing.

[@gregseymour2941]

Will, I can smell you through my TV screen ... take a shower. LOL. Great video guys.

[@jsueiro1]

Ha! He is on a quest to hit the record on the camino of going the most days without a shower. I keep telling him that "normal" camino people shower every day. He says, "yeah, but when have we ever been normal?" Ha. Thanks for your support Greg.

[@gregseymour2941]

Our longest stretch without a shower on the AT was 7 days. I felt sorry for anyone who came in contact with us during those days. You guys are doing awesome.

[@jsueiro1]

Ha, love it. We have not gone that long yet. But, I bet the kids would if we let them. Ha

[@brbwlk]

Hey! Can you upload Santiago arrival that day. Buen camino.

[@jsueiro1]

Ha, I would love to, but that would be out of sequence. I would love to be able to release a vlog a day as we complete it, but it takes Will 8-10 hours to edit a vlog and he needs to sleep as well. I promise it will come in due time. Thanks for joining us.

[@justbob4731]

Largo and Avalon are studs ! More kids should get outdoors !

[@WorldTowning]

Completely agree. We love that fact that people of all ages are having conversations with them. This is the ultimate form of socialization.

[@WorldTowning]

There are people that train for several months for the Camino. It is definitely possible and so worth it.

[@justbob4731]

It can actually be done with a diligent commitment to a 100 training program

[@iristrask1483]

Clearly those people mistaking Avalon for an adult, who isn’t interested in candy, have no idea how much she loves candy. I know Largo will be happy to share with her.

[@jsueiro1]

I KNOW! She gets very upset about it, but Largo is there to share.

[@krissto22]

👍❤️🤗😘

[@jsueiro1]

Thanks!!! Buen Camino!

[@dorpie]

Another great video, so weird that you're really 2 weeks ahead of what we're seeing. Will you go on to Fisterra/Finisterre? It's well worth it.

[@WorldTowning]

Hi dorpie. This is quite the challenge to get a video out daily. We had thought that it would be possible , but then we realized that we wold be missing out on a part of the experience beyond the walk - Sleep! These videos take between 6-10 hours to create (from edit, to publishing). I work on them usually every night, but sometimes, the social aspect of the camino comes calling and it is hard to resist. I think we have a good balance, and we will be editing the last two or three weeks after we are off the trail, but for now we are still on the trail. We are about half way done at this point. It is a great experience.

[@dorpie]

Haha. Don't feel bad for even a second. The fact that you make these videos at all is brilliant to me, I'm just impatient!

[@madie72451]

Have u ever lost the trail. I see in places it’s marked well but maybe not in towns? Are the hostiles easily found and close to the trail? On average how many days does it take to walk the complete trail? And what would it be in miles. Thanks!! I’m tired for you all! 😍

[@jsueiro1]

This is a great question! Only once for 2 minutes. It is amazing how well it is marked. It is almost like a game, when we can't find a yellow arrow or shell and then we see it tucked away on a brick, or tree trunk or slab of random cement. Hostels are super easy to find. When you enter a town the municipal is the most affordable and most times they have a sign with directions right there or you just follow other pilgrims and someone has memorized the guide book. Most people do the trial in 35 days with 2 rest days, but we have seen some do it in 31 and others in 2 months. On average for the 35 day itinerary you would go between 20-30km a day, on average 25k or 16 miles. Love your questions.

[@alexquyenvo5196]

Hi, Since you did the Inka Trail, could you say which one is easier because I did the Inka Trail and it was the hardest 4 days 3 nights of my life hihi... How flat or hilly overall for the Camino compare to the Inka Trail you would say ? Thanks !

[@davebrady8430]

No two days being the same help make it what it is.

[@jsueiro1]

My favorite part! Will be hard to go back after this. I told Will we should just be full-time Camino hikers forever.

[@davebrady8430]

....or buy/run an Albergue...and let The Camino come to you.. ;-)

[@jsueiro1]

the thought has crossed our mind.

[@andersnrregren9087]

“Im all for the growing up and stuff but if it means no more candy seriusly im out”

[@anacasanova7350]

33km andar un niño? Me parece excesivo.😟

[@MikyTake]

Man we are trying to watch this as a series but the Music is way too LOUD.. When you take any artists track they tend to record it HOT, close to 0db, you can't just take that track and dump it on your timeline ( I see you're using Premiere) If you do the sound of your voices will be naturally about -3 to -6db and when the music comes on it's WAY TOO LOUD. you need to adjust that sound down at leas -6.. It's really ruining the ability to watch the series. If you ever get chance to re edit these videos sort the sound out. And a much more personal note, I am guessing Jessica choose the tracks, no man could listen to it but that Shania Twain type, Hairbrush singing, hair shaking housework music is just Awful in our opinion, it just doesn't reflect a beautiful walk across Spain. You can't just choose music, off your ipod, that you wash dishes to and drop them in a video without any consideration to the scene. Now if it hadn't been so damn loud, it might have slid by but my Partner and I were just watching this series back to back and frankly, at first, it was OK? but after a few episodes, I find myself reaching for the mute and in the end we just stopped watching. Sorry to be critical but the Music ruined for us a really fantastically filmed, possibly the best Camino series on the web. Please consider remaster the series with better sound and bit bit less Girl Power more country road style of soundtrack.. Sorry ...