Today, I FINALLY got a glimpse of that magnificent volcano that's been wreaking havoc around the world. Our tour guide was able to drive up closer than I thought we could--we were probably within about a mile or so of the site. Of course, for me, even closer would have been better, but the search-and-rescue guys stationed at this checkpoint wouldn't let us go any further.
Sorry for all the disruptions, Europe, but from where I'm sitting, it's absolutely SPECTACULAR!
Eyjafjallajokull glacier volcanic eruption, Iceland, April 17, 2010
Eyjafjallajokull glacier volcanic eruption, Iceland, April 17, 2010
Eyjafjallajokull glacier volcanic eruption, Iceland, April 17, 2010
Eyjafjallajokull glacier volcanic eruption, Iceland, April 17, 2010
Me with the search and rescue boys stationed at this checkpoint
Proof that I was really there!
Eyjafjallajokull? Both the name and the pictures are really amazing!
Have fun in Iceland!
Posted by: alba | Sunday, April 18, 2010 at 02:42 PM
I love that last shot...proof!! Still the scientist...back it up with data & third party proof...loved the photo with the search & rescue boys too.....
The volcano shots are too spectacular for words...we'd have to make new ones up. What a wonderful birthday present nature arranged for you this year. Makes you wonder what will come next.
And only you could be trusted to get all that spelling right!! Can you give us a clue how it gets pronounced?? Sharon
Posted by: Sharon from CT | Sunday, April 18, 2010 at 07:14 PM
Absolutely spectacular photos.... what a time to be in Iceland, Basia! And I thought the pathetic red glow from the volcano on the Big Island, HI was awesome....
Happy Birthday with no candles needed.
mary
Posted by: Mary Keller | Sunday, April 18, 2010 at 08:56 PM
This is a perfect birthday blast Basia :-) Enjoy ! Beautiful pictures as usual. I am happy you made it so far :-) Take care !
Posted by: Manjula Srinath | Monday, April 19, 2010 at 05:15 AM
Fantabulous!
Posted by: Panks | Tuesday, April 20, 2010 at 12:24 PM
When the whole world is running away from Eyjafjallajokull...trust you to go all the way to see it....
Way to go Basia... :D
Congrats..You got your b'day wish.
Posted by: Aarthi | Wednesday, April 21, 2010 at 02:32 PM
Alba: I definitely did have fun in Iceland!
Sharon: Stay tuned for pronunciation-
Mary: LOL, yes candles would have been superfluous this year.
Manjula:Glad you are enjoying the pics, Manjula.
Panks: Isn't it?
Aarthi:I sure did! ;o)
Posted by: Basia | Wednesday, April 21, 2010 at 11:00 PM
Fantastic, Basia--yes, what a wonderful birthday candle! I'm so happy for you that you were able to see this spectacular sight. Happy Birthday!
Posted by: Sheila | Monday, April 26, 2010 at 06:51 PM
Sheila: LOL, volcano as birthday candle, I love it. Never thought of that. Maybe I should have tried to blow it out? ;o)
Posted by: Basia | Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at 08:34 PM