Takk Fyrir Sara! by Katie

At our most recent meeting, we had a guest visit and speak to us about Iceland. Her name was Sara Sigurdardottir and she came from a group of Icelanders based in Atlanta. She told us about her life, growing up in Iceland (and everywhere else she lived as well), and a lot about Icelandic culture! One thing I found really interesting is that in Iceland, parents have to choose from an approved list of baby names for their children, because not all names fit in with Icelandic grammar. She also talked a lot about swimming in Iceland, which is a big thing even in the cold weather! Apparently the pools are steaming hot and many people end up going out for ice cream after a swim in the below freezing weather! We all really enjoyed having her there, and we hope that she also enjoyed attending the meeting. She's definitely an important contact now, and she said she would continue to help anywhere we need it! Thanks Sara!