Category: Post-Walk

I really hope each of you, your family, and your friends are doing well during these trying times. Pretty crazy times. huh?  I can't wait for those murder hornets.  You couldn't even make this stuff up!! Things seemed to be much happier a year ago.  We were walking across Spain and Portugal one smile at... Continue reading →

It’s Just sMiles chronicles my journey along the Camino de Santiago in Spain and Portugal—a trek of of 820 miles that proved walking isn’t just good for your health, but also for your soul. This isn’t just a travelogue. Along the way, I discovered the quiet power of a simple smile—how it can break language... Continue reading →

Today’s the day—I’m thrilled to announce the release of my new book, It’s Just sMiles: Just Pete on the Camino de Santiago. What began as a journey measured in miles quickly turned into one measured in smiles. In 2019, I walked more than 800 miles across Spain and Portugal on the Camino de Santiago. Along... Continue reading →

IIt’s Just sMiles has now been out for six weeks—and like any good Camino walk, it’s been full of excitement, reflection, and a few unexpected blisters. Sales have been steady, but slower than I’d hoped. If you’ve already read it—thank you from the bottom of my heart (and my slightly sore feet). If you haven’t…... Continue reading →

First off, a huge thank you to everyone who’s left a review for It’s Just sMiles on Amazon. We’re up to 10 reviews! Shout out to Baxter, Victor Fransen, Jane Howard, Jim Harper, Bob Murphy, and Susan — you rock! Your words truly matter. They help more people discover the book and, more importantly, keep... Continue reading →