Frig, I realize I still have ways to go in regards to informing you all about the second half of my roadtrip, but I honestly can't be bothered to write about it lately. It's kind of old news in my mind, so it doesn't excite me to tell you all about it. I figured I would just skip over it for the time being, and one day when I'm feeling particularly motivated (hopefully soon! -but i've been saying that for months, eh?-) I'll finish the rest of my riviting update. For now though, I figured a quick blurb about Australia would be suffice.
So, Australia. Completely forgot about, and therefore did NOT anticipate, the humidity. When I left Christchurch Saturday morning, it was icky and raining and overall unpleasant, which I took as a sign that I needed to leave A.S.A.P! That being said, I dressed for the weather. So, I arrived in Brisbane Saturday afternoon wearing calf high suede boots, a high waisted skirt, a vneck and a leather jacket. It was a tad uncomfortable as I realized it was a bit humid, but nothing unbearable. And then, I stepped outside. Australia climate:1, Lauren:0. Can't complain about it though, as it's definitely one up from the rain in Christchurch, or more importantly, the winter in Vancouver.
Phip, Torin and Sam picked me up from the airport. I had built myself up to expect some sort of embarassing display in order to recognize them, but they just held up a sign. Nonetheless, it made me feel important. (I asked Phip about it after dinner that night, and he mentioned that they were originally going to belt out Oh Canada!. To be honest, I'm a tad choked they didn't!) The family is absolutely amazing, and so I'm in Redcliffe safe and sound. They even set up an air conditioner in my room (i've seemingly taken over the computer room. Did I mention that there are currently SEVEN computers in here right now, not including my own. And three of the monitors are connected and work simultaneously. Crazy technology right there!)
As it turns out, mum and dad were right. They ARE crazy. It only took Phip one Bailey's and milk to realize what a brilliant and hilarious idea it would be to wake dad up at 2am and let them know i'm safe, "because they would want to know right away!" (Sorry again guys!)
Anyway, now that I've been here for a day, I'm starting to get a sense of where I might want to be in Australia. This area is gorgeous, but I'm definitely going to be getting myself closer to the city at some point. I've been applying online to jobs closer to the city, and I've already got a response. Apparently I'm a "top candidate" and have an interview next week for a new Greek Restaurant, as a server. I really hope to hear back from the Pizza Place (some italian restaurant i believe) I applied to though. "At least 3 months of pizza-making is required," so I'm thinking I set the bar. And I figure it would be the least to learn (at least the easiest!) of any job I could get!
Ooh, also, one last thing. Kathy shot me an e-mail today asking me if I'd like to stay in a resort with them up the sunshine coast for a few days, as Katelyn has to leave and come back at one point. Obviously I took her up on the offer, check out where I get to stay for free! http://www.osprey.com.au/. My buddy just told me I was "the best freeloader ever" and to teach him my ways. I guess I'm just lucky. Hope all is well in Canadia (as my flatmate chris always called it!). No offence, but I don't miss the rain or cold one bit! Love Australia, and love travelling to pieces!
Sunday, November 29, 2009
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