Monica Duran

Water lilies, blue bunnies, and butterflies 🦋- all symbols of peaceful rest we could all use this summer. Thank you @canada for your gentle care, delicious wines and kindness.
#canada #NOTL #summer2025

May flowers be in bloom as if it were Mother’s Day everyday. For all the moms out there, happy Mother’s Day.

California sunsets are the best

I’ve missed SoCal. The ocean and the air are different here.

It was a dolphin 🐬 feeding frenzy on Biscayne Bay this morning. Some peace amidst all the craziness of our world. Hope you enjoy.

March has left my heart full and I’m a bit sad that it is almost over. I so cherish all that this month has given me. April and May also promise to bring gifts of a full life…..but March will always be the owner of my heart.

Happy week.

Great dragon boat racing today in Inverness, FL. We took gold for women and silver for men and mixed boats.
#dragonboating

The best part of ‘spring forward’ are the sunsets over Miami and watching a day end from the boat.

#dragonboating #miamisunset

Let it all go

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World Heritage
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Santiago at night

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I made it to Santiago de Compostela. The last stretch was easier at times than expected. I encountered 0 women and several gentlemen along the way. I walked and talked with 2 characters I’ll never forget. Already missing the the reliability & rhythm of each day.

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Winding roads on the journey to Santiago. This is Pedron.

Today was a rest day. The last 25km await. I’m both scared and excited; feeling emotional and not understanding why. Doing my best to let go.

I hope my body carries me to the end.

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This pilgrim is spent! Made it to caldes de reis with blisters on both feet and limping from sore legs. 16 miles yesterday. 18 today. Tomorrow: rest day. We’re not suppose to suffer. It’s a journey not a race.

#caminodesantiago #americanpilgrims
#walkonedayatatime

How it started (Portugal)

He bridge between Portugal and Spain

The official start of the (original) Camino in Tui

How it’s going…..half way point between Redondela and on the road to Pontevedra.

Day 3: My body is still in shock; I’m feeling more emotional today. tired; 3 days of rain.

Despite the promises of exceptional food every time we arrive to a destination, everything is closed due to rain, weekend, time. Spaniards prefer dinner @8 pm, my bedtime. 😳😏🥹
#CaminoSantiago

Let the adventure begin!

If you feel this way, you're not along. And together, we're going to keep the Republic. Pass it on.

Grateful for the opportunity to serve as a panelist at the private screening of Clemente, a powerful film honoring a true legend. Huge thanks to Cristy Clavijo-Kish, Calixto Chinchilla, the NY Latino Film Festival, and AARP for making this special event happen this week!

Moon over Miami and a priceless view of Biscayne Bay at night. It never gets old. #dragonboatingatnight #moonviews #grateful

Moon over Miami and Biscayne Bay at night. It never gets old.

#dragonboatingatnight #moonviews #grateful

Got my first stamp today and my official Camino shell + the pilgrim’s blessing. 4 more weeks and I’ll be off to discover new adventures
#caminodesantiago #americanpilgrims

Another beautiful morning paddling on Biscayne Bay

Yes, it can happen again. 👀

This arrived today. It’s happening. Slowly but surely, I’m going to walk the Camino 😬

Every Sunday morning my dragon boating team runs a beginner’s session. It’s a great way to do local community outreach and introduce the sport to people who are looking for a full body workout. If you are ever in Miami and would like to experience a fun, team water sport, hit me up!

Saturday morning session with Red Dragons. Dragon boating gives me peace sometimes.

First long walk with the South FL chapter of @americanpilgrims.bsky.social.

It was a beautiful morning for a long stroll. I’m grateful for the kind souls I met today and all the amazing tips they shared. I may shift my Camino route a bit.

Looking forward to February’s walk.

Beautiful morning for a dragon boat paddle 😍

A room with a view