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VF Day 25-26: Two Bees, a Swarm of Flies, and Relentless Gnats

VF Day 21-24: What is Living a Balanced Life?

VF Day 19-20: Need Camino Magic?

VF Day 16-18: Finding Joy in the Long, Flat Road & Teaching

The VF Day 14 & 15: Toilet Paper, Food, & A Soft Bed

The Via Francigena Day 13: A Contemplation Bench

The VF Day 11 & 12: Slow Down, Happiness is Trying to Catch You

Gluten is Not My Friend

VF 9 & 10: Road Walking vs. Trail Walking

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