Blowing off Some Steam

There is something absolutely mesmerizing about watching a geyser as it is about to erupt. The pure energy and raw force of such a natural phenomenon are amazing to view, especially close up. The way that nature heats water buried below the surface, allowing it to escape as sudden burst of steam, and then repeating the cycle over an over again that is almost hypnotic to watch. To see such small amounts of water convert into huge plumes of shimmering vapor is truly spectacular. For this week’s Cee’s Fun Foto Challenge, Big and Small, we decided to share a few photos of the famous Geyser in Iceland. We really enjoyed seeing the natural wonder during our visit there this past February.

Bubbling Up
The Full Eruption
Heating Up

 

High Altitude Adventure

We spent the last day and a half in La Paz enjoying a little bit of luxury after a week in Cochabamba. Tomorrow we head to Lake Titikaka followed by a trip down “Death Road” to the Yungus Jungle. We’ll be home by the end of the week and finally be able to truly share what an amazing trip this has been. Here are a few photos from La Paz, the highest city in the world with unbelievable views, although we’re still trying to catch our breath 😉

La Paz from the Gondola
Amazing Valley of the Moon
Valley of the Moon, such an Amazing Natural Wonder
Top of the Valley of the Moon
Beginning our Trek through the Valley of the Moon