We have been spending a magical three resting days with our friends, Rafael and Marta, at their finca (family compound) in the village called Cangas. The finca is on a beautiful and quiet hillside across the ria (fjord) from Vigo. Thanks to our friends, we have learned that there are four rias, and the vistas from viewing points sometimes show two rias at one time, with gorgeous deep, surging waters and protective islands. Clouds and sun alternately sweep across the finca’s flowery hill that is home to palm trees they have brought over from Naples, Florida, where we met.

The light is amazing until close to 11 pm, so the sun was shining when we went to Pentecost vigil mass at a small church, Santa Maria de Hio. In front of the church is a remarkable stone cross with the descent from the cross at the top and Old Testament scenes below.

Rafael and Marta have welcomed us into their lovely family of children, their spouses and grandchildren with hospitality, great food and drink, conversation and comforts. Our friends are for us the face of Love on the Camino.