A long time ago, before humans were created, three gods walked the worlds searching for answers. Along the way, they encountered many beings. From the mighty giants of Jotunheim to the talented dwarves, there was no shortage of life in the Nine Realms. However, the three gods craved more. One evening, when the sky turned…
To celebrate Icelandic National Day I thought I would list out the top ten reasons why I love Iceland. Today, Iceland celebrates Icelandic National Day, the day the Republic of Iceland was formed in 1944 and the end of centuries-old ties with Danish rule. To celebrate, I am listing the top ten reasons why I…
Valkyrie, Freyja, and women of the Viking era A well-behaved woman rarely makes history. Laurel Thatcher Ulrich **Trigger warning for blood, gore, descriptions of war and bloodshed** Freyja’s Chosen The Norse goddess Freyja chooses her slain We wind and wind the web of spears, there where the banners of bold men go forth; we must…
Exploring Iceland’s Unseen History Myth, Mysticism, and Magic When most people think of Iceland they picture majestic glaciers, volcanoes, mystical waterfalls, and the dancing green of the aurora. Drone footage of colorful canyons and black sand beaches flood Instagram, along with pictures of the otherworldly highlands and blue ice caves of the south. It all…
Iceland is a landscape that’s alive, ever changing and where nature is completely in charge. Feist For the last few days many are anxiously watching as events unfold on the little island that stole my heart. A new eruption is imminent and once again, Iceland may demonstrate how she earned the title “The Land of…
Visit Guðrunarlaugur and tour the valley, home of Guðrun Ósvifsdóttir, the only woman to take a lead in an Icelandic Saga. Guðrun then spoke, “Though I treated him worst, I loved him best.” Saga of the People of Laxdalur Iceland is known for its hot springs experience. Most people opt for the Blue Lagoon, with…