I slept well last night and woke up naturally nice and early. I had considered going back to Kerid Crater but with an hour drive each way I decided that I didn't really feel like venturing that far; I only had a few hours before I wanted to head to the airport. I did some... Continue Reading →
I completed the Ring Road today - that's right, I drove around the entire island of Iceland in seven days. According to my Garmin I have driven and hiked a combined 1,512.26 miles in the last seven days. Damn I'm good. And, ladies and gentlemen, the car is still fully intact! It was dreary, cold,... Continue Reading →
I had intentions of either taking a small hike or maybe playing nine holes of golf before hitting the road this morning but it was a dreary cold morning and neither of those ideas sounded good to me. So I just hit the road instead. The nice BS restaurant about 20 minutes down the road... Continue Reading →
The festival in Akureyri went on well into the wee hours of the morning last night; right outside my apartment window. And of course, I had to be up early. My day started with the Akureyri airport and a flight to Grimsey Island, where I would officially cross the arctic divide. I wasn't sure how... Continue Reading →
I was not a fan of the farmhouse. I did not sleep amazing there and found the place downright creepy. I got up and ready and hit the road quickly this morning, I never even stopped to take a picture or look around the entire property. I was ready to get out. I drove down... Continue Reading →
If you know me well, you know I've been waiting to use that title. Today was a long day, 13 hours of on the go. I was thankful for another solid 8 hours sleep last night (and super thankful I could bring my sleep-aid of choice with me on this trip) and was packed up,... Continue Reading →
I slept over 8 hours last night. I don't remember the last time I've slept a SOLID 8 hours. It was amazing. I probably could have slept longer but I had to get my butt moving. After getting a quick bite to eat and a cup of tea at an "ehh" place I was back... Continue Reading →
Have you ever contemplated a piece of lava, the gentle folds and the soft curls? Like really held it, moved it around in your hands, studied all the angles and movement, noted the fluidity? If you haven't, you should. I arrived in Iceland bright and early this morning via Iceland Air. Fine since it was... Continue Reading →
Chicago how has it that I've never graced this fine town before?! I am sorry my time here was so short but you have me eager to come back. I arrived in Chicago Saturday night and was impressed by your prowess as I first laid eyes on this city on my way to the hotel.... Continue Reading →
It all started with a text from my pet sitter – well, the wheels were put into motion before I guess – as I was heading home from my business trip of the week letting me know that “one of the big branches split and fell” on my plum tree. She promised to send pictures... Continue Reading →
Taking On the World 