May 23, 2014

7th Month in Iceland by the Numbers

And just like that my 7 month in Iceland has flown by! This past month was spent settling into my job, enjoying several dates with new girlfriends, and soaking up every minute of sunshine that I can.

Lets get to the recap of my 7th month in Iceland!

3 Girls NightsEsjan
Okay so I don’t have any pictures from these nights but that just means it was a great time, right? (And you can never have enough pictures of the beautiful Iceland views.) I have found a great group of girls who I am really enjoying getting to know better. I miss having my close girlfriends around from back home but I think that these friendships will continue to grow, at least I hope they will.

1st hair appointment in IcelandGoodbye Roots
I was so nervous to get my hair done by someone I have never met and in another country! All my worries were not necessary though, my hairstylist was amazing and I learned that to become a hairstylist in Iceland you have to go to school for 4 years so you know they are good!

Two week trip to Croatia booked!
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Can we fast forward to July please?! H and I just booked our trip to Croatia where we will be spending two weeks enjoying Dubrovnik, Hvar, Korčula, and Split. Not to mention a quick day trip to London. I am so excited!

Dozens of Spring flowers blooming in Reykjavik
Spring Flowers
I almost forgot how beautiful Iceland is when everything comes back to life in the spring. Colorful flowers and sunshine just make me smile :)

Daily bike rides

Evening bike ride

I may complain about riding my bike but when the weather is nice out I look forward to my bike rides to work in the morning. And I sure don’t miss having to spend all that money on gas!

Multiple runs along the seaSunshine in Iceland
I am currently training for a half marathon in June and am loving my runs along the sea. Running those long training runs is no problem with views like this.

3 hours spent singing along to MeatloafMeatloaf ConcertThis spontaneous outing turned out to be one of my favorite memories from this month. The band did an amazing job and I had a blast signing along.

One amazing recipe discoveredCaliflower Pasta
I have seen the recipe for cauliflower alfredo sauce for a few months now and figured it was too good to be true. Well I am so glad I finally gave it a try, this sauce is amazing! I made a big batch and froze the leftovers so I can have cauliflower alfredo sauce whenever I want!

Dozens of laughs while watching Parks and Recreationgiphyvia
I know I am always talking about this show lately but seriously if you haven’t watched it yet what are you waiting for. I am already getting sad for when we have watched all the episodes, such a hilarious show!

2 weeks co-hosting Travel Tuesday
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I have been linking up with Travel Tuesday ever since I started blogging and have discovered so many wonderful bloggers because of it. I love sharing my travel stories with you all and reading all about yours and am so excited to be co-hosting this great link up. Join us on Tuesday and link up your post about anything travel related!

Previous by the numbers month recaps:
First Month in Iceland by the Numbers
Second Month in Iceland by the Numbers
Third Month in Iceland by the Numbers
Fourth Month in Iceland by the Numbers
Fifth Month in Iceland by the Numbers
Sixth Month in Iceland by the Numbers

Question of the Day?
Do you have any summer trips planned? Are you a fan of having a routine?

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  • http://djseaward.tumblr.com/ Cynthia

    Happy seven months! I have to tell you I tried the cauliflower sauce this week and it was amazing and creamy! Couldn’t believe it was mostly all just veg. And yeah, also a hardcore P&R fan over here :)

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene Spence

      I am so glad you liked it! That sauce is amazing and guilt free!

  • http://www.poisedinprint.com/ Poised In Print

    Iceland looks amazing. I hope to vacation there one day. I am always nervous about trying a new hairstylist in a new place; Ive yet to find a good one in Abu Dhabi.

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene Spence

      I hope you find a good one as well, it can be so nerve racking trying out new hairstylist!

  • http://confuzzledom.wordpress.com/ bevchen

    Aaah - stop with the amazing Iceland scenery posts already! You’re making me soooo jealous. I want gorgeous views!

    Seriously though, looks like you’ve had an amazing 7th month.

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene Spence

      The views really are wonderful. Thank you :)

  • http://sophieinclogs.com Sophie

    Sounds like an awesome seventh month! How awesome that you’re getting to know a new group of girls - and the marathon training!! You’ve totally just motivated me to actually hit the gym this afternoon!

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene Spence

      Running is so much more fun when it is outside on those pretty pathways!

  • http://hemborgwife.wordpress.com/ Bailie @ The Hemborg Wife

    We are thinking of maybe going to Croatia end of August so I am interested to see what you have to say, if we go there or anywhere it will be a last minute sorta deal.

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene Spence

      Yes I will let you know! I am looking forward to lazy days spent on the beach.

  • http://www.tothedayslikethis.com/ Sammy Dorn

    Um, I felt like I JUST read your 6 month post. Time is flying. June will come so quick. Can’t wait to read about Croatia :)

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene Spence

      Time really is flying by! I can’t wait to be in Croatia!

  • http://www.rhymeandribbons.com/ Amanda @ Rhyme & Ribbons

    I feel like I just read your 2nd and 3rd month posts. Crazy! Plus your birthday is in less than a week so that’s something exciting for month 8! xx

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene Spence

      Yay happy birthday week to us! Are you doing anything fun for your birthday?

      • http://www.rhymeandribbons.com/ Amanda @ Rhyme & Ribbons

        We are going away for the bank holiday weekend tomorrow to celebrate! (on the 29th I work during the day, and Sam has shows in the evening so we won’t get to see each other to celebrate then.) What are you all going to do? xx

        • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene Spence

          Oh fun! We actually have our birthday off for a holiday here, score! I am getting a 4 day weekend and we have to had out to the countryside for a friends wedding. I think a day of pampering is required though! Hope you have a great birthday!

  • http://www.lifeinprogress.ca/ Kathy@Vodka and Soda

    croatia….*sigh*. sounds like some awesome things are coming your way!! we’re going back and forth between booking and not booking jamaica. we have already travelled twice this year and have a big family trip in october gah! i need to win the lotto.

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene Spence

      I say book it! But then again I always chose travel! I need to win the lotto, if only!

  • http://voyageofthemeemee.com/ Amanda MeeMee

    2 weeks in Croatia… I haaaate you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :)

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene Spence

      I can’t wait for some beach days! If it makes you feel better I am still suffering winter like temperatures!

  • http://agirlandhertravels.com/ Polly

    Someday I’ll live somewhere with good biike culture. Until then, I’ll just be jealous of you!

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene Spence

      I wish the bike culture was a bit better here. In Oregon the bike culture, I miss that but the pathways along the sea are wonderful here!

  • http://www.foodboozeandbaggage.com/ Food Booze & Baggage

    I’m SO jealous of your Croatia trip!!! I’m looking forward to seeing your post for that! That would make me feel a little better knowing someone trained for 4 years to do my hair :)

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene Spence

      I felt much better when I heard they had to go to school for 4 years. I can’t wait for Croatia!

  • http://www.lululovesfilms.wordpress.com Louisa @ Lulu Loves Films

    Croatia looks stunning - I follow a couple of ex-pats who live there on Instagram - and I’m sure you’ll love it. Making friends when you move somewhere new makes a huge difference.

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene Spence

      It looks so beautiful, I can’t wait to go visit and explore. It really does make a huge difference when you have good friends around.

  • http://thepumpkinshead.wordpress.com/ Betty J. Ogburn

    …Hmm-I might have to try that sauce!!…And I’m happy that things in Iceland have been going well for you-where on Earth does time go, eh???…
    Have fun in King’s Landing-I’ll be awaiting pics!!…

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene Spence

      The sauce is amazing, I hope you try it and like it! I can´t wait to visit King’s Landing :)

      • http://thepumpkinshead.wordpress.com/ Betty J. Ogburn

        …Yay-a fellow GOT nerd!!…Maybe you’ll see Joffrey’s grave, :-)!!…

        • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene Spence

          Yes! We are big GOT nerds!

          • http://thepumpkinshead.wordpress.com/ Betty J. Ogburn

            :-)…

  • http://www.chicadeedee.com/ Dannielle @ Chicadeedee

    doesn’t it feel so amazing once you’ve got a holiday booked? time seems to stand still waiting for it though! I really need to watch parks and recreation, so many people talk about it.

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene Spence

      It really does feel so great knowing I have a holiday booked! You really do need to watch Parks and Recreation, it is so funny!

  • http://guntersabroad.blogspot.com/ Jamie @ Gunters Abroad

    I have to get going on Croatia planning!! Looks like a good month :)

    • http://unlockingkiki.com/ Kaelene Spence

      Yes! We just finished booking all our accommodation, glad that is over with. When where you guys thinking of going to Croatia? I can’t wait to be there exploring the beautiful islands.