Hæ hæ!
For my last week in Sólheimar, I got to discover a cultural and religious custom unique to this small tight-knit community of only 100 residents. In the morning, many of them take part in the “morning circle”, a ritual where they ask God for protection for the day through an Icelandic song and personal prayers. Usually they hold hands, create a human circle and discuss the news of the village (even what’s on the cafeteria’s daily menu). This encounter was also a great moment for me to share and discuss with Icelandic people and get to know this practice better.
The Icelandic song
Later that week, I also toured the breathtaking Valley of Steam of Reykjadalur on a guided horseback ride with Paulina, a kind-hearted Belgian doing an internship in the same greenhouse as me. The view on the endless stunning landscapes to the rhythmic sound of the Icelandic horses’ footsteps was an unforgettable experience.
The best moment of my week was probably the South Coast excursion where my roommates and I got to observe a few of the most famous natural wonders of Iceland. We ended up being soaking wet from head to toe when we walked behind the Seljalandsfoss spectacular waterfall, but the memory I keep in mind made it so worth it. I realized how powerful and stunning nature can be and how lucky I am to see all of this with my own eyes.
Malin, Yoon, Paulina and I in front of the Seljalandsfoss waterfall
Skógafoss waterfall
Reynisfjara Beach
In the coming days, I plan on moving from Sólheimar to Hveragerði, a small geothermal town, to experience different approaches to work the land, meet new people and hike around fumaroles.
Verið þið blessaðir!
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