I’m posting a bit out of order again today, as I’d like to highlight this day in Iceland. I had to leave out a number of other years, too—August is quite the busy travel month.

On Aug 18 2021,

…we had an excellent day in Iceland. What an amazing place. I included some roadway shots, because even those are scenic as hell.

A majestic waterfall cascades over rugged cliffs with a faint rainbow visible near the misty base.

People are enjoying a swim in outdoor pools with a scenic view of the ocean and distant mountains under a bright sun.

A small, turf-roofed house stands in a grassy landscape with a tree nearby and mountains in the background.

A red house sits on a green field with snow-capped mountains and a body of water in the background.

A majestic waterfall cascades down rocky cliffs into a smooth, flowing river, surrounded by a rugged landscape.

A couple wearing sunglasses takes a selfie in front of a large waterfall surrounded by rocky cliffs.

A long, empty road stretches through a picturesque valley with green hills and distant mountains under a partly cloudy sky.

A scenic road runs alongside a lush green hillside leading up to a rugged mountain peak, with clouds drifting above.

A winding road leads through a verdant valley with a mountain partially covered in mist under a clear blue sky.

A serene mountain landscape features a flowing stream surrounded by lush greenery and rocky terrain under a partly cloudy sky.

A rushing river flows beneath a bridge, surrounded by lush greenery and rocky terrain, with a distant mountain peak visible under a cloudy sky.

A traffic light displays a red light in the shape of a heart.

On Aug 18 2023,

…we had a great day in Wales, too. More great scenery!

A winding road cuts through a lush, mountainous landscape beneath a cloudy sky.

A rustic wooden bridge spans a small stream in a lush, green mountainous landscape under a cloudy sky.

An ancient stone castle with round towers is situated on a rocky hill, surrounded by a grassy landscape under a cloudy sky.

A picturesque valley landscape features lush green fields, a winding road, and a distant lake under a cloudy sky.

A river flows through a rocky gorge surrounded by lush green trees.

On Aug 18 2018,

…my friend Carrie and I paddled around Bartlett Lake, in the Tonto National Forest northeast of Scottsdale. Stands of saguaro near water is a special thing.

A blue kayak floats on a calm river surrounded by rocky hills and desert vegetation under a partly cloudy sky.

A serene scene of a calm lake reflecting a desert landscape with a kayak in the foreground and a partly cloudy sky above.

A lakeside scene features tall cacti and sparse vegetation reflected in calm water under a partly cloudy sky.

Two people are kayaking on a calm body of water surrounded by rocky terrain and sparse vegetation under a partly cloudy sky.

On Aug 18 2018,

…I spent the day up at Fossil Creek—another gem in the desert—with my old twitter friend Jessica. We made a weekend out of it, camping that night up on the Mogollon Rim, with a great sunset.

A school of fish swims underwater in a clear stream surrounded by lush greenery.

A man and a woman wearing sunglasses smile in front of a waterfall and rocky landscape.

A scenic landscape features a hilly terrain with scattered bushes and wildflowers, along with a cloudy sky.

A breathtaking sunset over a vast landscape with rugged cliffs and expansive valleys.

On Aug 18 2012,

…I was apparently in Isle Royale National Park. We’re looking to return in 2026 to celebrate our friend Krista’s completion of her 63 National Parks quest.

A vibrant sunset paints the sky in shades of pink and orange above a silhouette of tall trees.

A narrow dirt path winds through a densely wooded forest with tall trees and lush undergrowth.A serene lakeside scene at dusk features silhouettes of trees, a small boat, and softly illuminated clouds reflecting on the water's surface.