The End Is Near...

So sad - I believe this will be my last entry. Tomorrow evening I head back to the states. But that still leaves one night and one morning, and I'm hoping to make the most of them!

Today we had a great day despite the cloudy skies and intensely cold winds. To start off our day, we took an hour horseback ride through lava fields. It was awesome. Having never been horseback riding and always wanting to, this was a particular treat. My horse's name was Perdy (I'm guessing on the spelling here) and she (or maybe he) was a great horse. I had so much fun that I didn't even mind the bitter cold gale force winds that kept sweeping through. And it was a great way to see the gorgeous landscape!

After that, we headed to a nearby coffee shop for soup and lattes to warm our extremely cold hands. Then it was back to Reykjavik for a little shopping and of course a trip to another public city pool. Given the weather we decided to try out the indoor pool, though we still enjoyed the outdoor hot tubs on the balcony. There was even a 3meter diving board inside, so I was able to whip out my diving skills. I was only brave enough to throw a 1 and a half, but it felt good all the same.

Now we're back at the hostel showering and getting ready for a night on the town. We're starting with a nice farewell dinner for me and then hitting the bars as Fridays in Reykjavik are supposed to be quite an affair and most people stay out until 6am! I don't think that's in the cards for us, especially since we're hoping to head out early tomorrow to check out the Blue Lagoon before James drops me off at the airport. But we'll see what we can do.

If I get very bored at the airport tomorrow, I may post one more time. But most likely this will be my last post abroad. Look forward to a big update with lots of pictures and maybe some more stories on Sunday or early next week. Or if you're really lucky, maybe you'll get to see some pictures in person. (And yes, mom, I'll call you when I land :) )

Here's a sign-off from James:

I left Meghan at the airport on Saturday (after a quite relaxing few hours in the famous/infamous Blue Lagoon geothermal spa, set in a lunar like lava-scape), so I have officially returned to my solo travels. (I miss her already!)  

Love from Iceland,
Meg