12.63 miles, 29,569 steps, 3 cats 

Today was a breeze compared to yesterday! Spent about half the walk along the ocean and then the trail went inland a bit so we walked through small farms and semi-rural “neighborhoods.” It was good to get out of the wind on those inland sections. Weather is amazing overall though. Sunny, high around 75 and no rain in the forecast for at least 3-4 days. 

My back is still not happy. But doing some stretches when I took a break definitely helped. Will be sleeping with heating patches again. 

Esposende where I’m sleeping tonight is apparently a popular kite surfing spot. They have lessons available. Hm? Hahaha nope. Scared you for a minute!

I got to sit by a pool before dinner, then had some delish grilled sea bass and risotto.

Tomorrow is another long-ish day. Good luck to me!