From Almendralejo we journeyed down the Via de la Plata, accompanied by an energetic man named Luis for the first 5 kilometers. We then altered course for Fuente del Maestre when we received a message from Camille, our previous host, that a friend of hers would host us there. The detour added some 15 kilometers to our walk (for a total of 30-35 kilometers) and we had to hustle to get to Fuente before dark. The extra effort was well worth it, however, as our Belgian host, Joachim (or 'Joe') cooked a gourmet meal for us and entertained us with tales of marathons and cycling trips. Both he and his visiting brother were thoughtful and generous and we set off the next day rested and refreshed.
The walk from Fuente to Zafra was short, scenic, and unhurried compared to the previous day's walks. When we arrived in Zafra we found the house we are currently staying in, where we are guests to four more teachers. They've been busy with classes but perfect hosts in spite of this.
Tomorrow I hope to continue down the Via de la Plata towards Seville. The journey will take about 6 days, and I'll be staying in a tent unless I find an inexpensive Albergue along the way. Olivia, meanwhile, will take a week's holiday, going by bus to Madrid, then meeting me again in Seville, where we hope to continue southward.
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