Sooo...this is embarrassing! I have been surprisingly busy the last few weeks since I've left Lyon and have not had a chance to post anything new. Though, since I am home now, I am able to give face to face updates, which are the best kind!
BUT lets rewind a few weeks to March 25th when I started making my way back to the real world.
I decided to discover one final destination before landing in Toronto on March 28th. AND since Iceland Air offers a deal for those who want to extend their layover in Reykjavik, I thought Iceland would be a great choice.
I booked a lovely room in a guest-house right in the heart of the little region of Reykjavik. I spent three days wandering through the cute little town, browsing the expensive wool shops and enjoying the mountain over ocean views. It really was an amazing place to see, I have never seen anything like it. This is a highly recommended trip for nature lovers.
I took what the locals call the
"Golden Circle Tour" and got to see some of Iceland's natural wonders.
Thingvellier National Park (pictured right), the
Geyser Geothermal Area and
Gullfoss Waterfall. The weather was slightly less than desirable as the changing of the seasons brought on torrential rain so unfortunately I wasn't able to get as many pictures as I wish I could have. BUT I was still able to see it first hand and I can't complain about that.
On my last day I booked a trip to Iceland's famous Blue Lagoon (seen below). This could not have been a more relaxing experience. I loved the healing properties of the lagoon, the swim-up bar and the all-natural spa treatments that were available. The hot water was a great way to warm up after spending a few days in the rain. If you make your way to Iceland you CANNOT miss the Blue Lagoon.
AND SO, since I've been home I've found myself spending half my time in Niagara and half my time in Guelph. I've just signed the lease for our new downtown Guelph apartment which we will get on the first of May. AND I've started a new job at Scottsdale Dental near the Stone Road mall. Joel will be home for a few weeks at the end of April and he'll be looking forward to seeing everyone as it has been a while since he's been around these parts. Then it'll be my job to make the new apartment comfortable before Joel's final flight home at the end of July.
THANKS AGAIN EVERYONE!
As I mentioned before I will attempt to make posts on behalf of Joel as he sends pictures and updates on what he's been up to.
Joel & Amy
