Where to begin... I really should keep up with this because I feel like so much has happened in a matter of days. I think my body is finally getting used to the time change, but the weather has been cloudy and cold since I've been here, so it has been a struggle to make myself get up in the morning. Kamron and I have spent the past few days running errands and touring the city. On Monday we went to one of the largest malls in Australia. It was huge, and everything was ridiculously expensive. After looking around for awhile, Kamron and I invested in some quality sushi. Since I've been here I've realized the way to my heart - school supplies (not a new discovery) and food. When Kamron comes back from work he brings the most amazing food - we've had veggie pizza, pork kabob pizza, and an awesome Asian dish. So I might weigh five hundred pounds before I leave here. Also, everyone here smokes like chimneys and drinks like fish! I've had more beer this past week than I've had since I've been in college. Okay that's a lie haha. I haven't had that much.
But anyways, on Tuesday we went to another market that was closer than the one we went to in the city. We got some more fresh fruit and veggies for dinner and some mixed nuts. We almost got an individual stove top coffee maker, but we are going to try and find a cheaper one around here somewhere. The guy who was trying to sell it to us was pretty nice. He asked us where we were from, because Kamron and I both scream non-Australian. Hello, southern accent! He pointed us in the right direction to find a cheaper coffee pot, and suggested we get some of his coffee grinds (which smelt delicious). Bringing me to my next point... I had the best chai latte on our way back from the market. We stopped by Kamron's work and picked some up. Kamron had been ranting and raving about this chai latte for days, and boy was it warranted! Delish!! I wish I could have one right now!!
Today the weather is gorgeous (as gorgeous as it can be when it's cold). I walked to the mall in search of a straightener. Don't worry, Mel, I did not ruin yours, but I did fry my blow dryer. I guess I didn't figure out the whole converter/adapter deal. I did, however, find a straightener for 15$. Talk about hitting a gold mine! I haven't used it yet, so I guess I shouldn't celebrate yet. Keep your fingers crossed for me :) Tonight I will put it to the test. We are going out to a pub to celebrate Penn's birthday and Harry and Josef's presentation being finished (they are a few of Kamron's friends).
Other than the above, nothing too monumental has been going on. Harry, Josef, Kamron, and I booked our tour of the outback and our flights to get there. We will be sleeping outside in the outback for a couple of nights! It is going to be fun. Hopefully no big creatures decide to visit! Kamron and I are also planning on going to the Great Ocean Road on the southern coast of Australia this weekend. It is supposed to be beautiful out there. Pray for decent weather, or at least safe weather. We will be renting a car, so I will be able to drive on the left side of the street!! Woahh!! Kamron said that he is going to drive in the city, mainly because I am scared to do it and probably because he thinks I would get us killed - he is probably right.
I think that is about it. I will add more if I think of anything :) I send my love!
Thursday, May 19, 2011
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Finally here :)
After a flight cancellation and about 27 hours of transit, I am finally here! The flights were not nearly as bad as I had thought they might be. Of course a seventeen hour flight is lame, but I survived! On my flight from RDU to Dallas, TX, I sat next to a Mr. Chatty Cathy! Him and the woman next to me made it nearly impossible to read. Then I put on my headphones and still couldn't read! But no worries, I finished my book on my flight from LAX to Melbourne. I had plenty of time to do so!
I almost missed my flight to Melbourne. When I got off of my flight from Dallas, I booked it to where all of the Qantas (the Australian airline) travelers had to catch a shuttle bus to a completely different part of the airport. We all packed into the shuttle, and by the time I made it on there was only standing room. I had to stand on my tip toes to reach the bar overhead. I could of killed the six foot something guy sitting down right in front of where I was standing. After being stretched so that my arm felt like it was dislocated for about twenty minutes, I all but ran through the airport to catch my flight. I wouldn't have cut it so close if I didn't make time for a pit stop in the duty free store to pick up some liquor, but it was time well spent!
During my flight I wasn't sure if I was going to survive. My butt was more than sore and then it would become numb. Not a pleasant experience. I also felt awful waking up the guy next to me just to tinkle. I did however watch two movies and an NCIS episode on the way, as well as finishing up my book - thanks Meghan for letting me borrow your books! They were awesome!
After I landed, I spent about two hours in customs. I decided that I wanted to change into a dress and put on some make up before I saw Kamron, because I didn't want to look all gross when I saw him for the first time in months - bad idea. Those of you who have seen me pack for any trip, or even a meeting, know I do more than over pack! Just picture me running around in a dress with two suitcases, while attempting to not run over anyone. It was a sight to see. I didn't realize customs would take so long, but my flight was packed and knowing my luck I should have guessed that it would take me two hours. I finally made it through customs, and was anxious to see Kamron. As I walked through the doors there were a bagillion million people waiting to pick up someone from the international flights. Of course, going back to my sort of luck, Kamron was no where in sight. Again, I just want everyone to picture me with my huge suitcases in a floor length strapless dress appearing to be lost. After about twenty minutes of attempting to stay calm, I saw Kamron!! Naturally, there were two ways to go when you leave customs and I went the way where Kamron wasn't.
We then took a cab back to where Kamron is staying and lugged my suitcases up the stairs. After finding a place to put my suitcases, we got together with some of Kamron's friends and headed to the market. We road the tram there, and I got a much needed latte! For those of you who don't know, I hadn't had coffee in about two weeks, because I didn't want to be fighting caffeine head aches on my flights or while I was here. That coffee was amazing! We looked around for a couple of hours and bought some fresh veggies and meat for dinner, which was also amazing. Kamron is a natural in the kitchen! His friends were so funny! They wanted Kamron to teach them how to cook.
While we were at the market we went to a cozy, two story pub in search of some $5 sangria, which as far as I'm told is extremely cheap for alcohol here. Unfortunately the pub was out, so we settled for beer. On a tired and empty stomach I should have been done after one, but Kamron's friend bought us all two more rounds (Kamron and I shared the last). No worries (this is directed to mom and dad) I was safe :) After heading back to Kamron's flat, I went to bed around 8 or 9ish in an attempt to not let my jetlag get the better of me. I was going off a few hours of sleep in 48 hours, so staying up until then was definitely accomplishing a great feat! Of course I woke up in the middle of the night ready to start my day.
Today we took the tram to Aldi (hehe, Allison) to get some groceries for the week, and Kamron showed me where he works. Kamron left for work soon after we got back to his flat, and I unpacked my suitcases. That leaves me where I am now, sleepy and in the computer lab because the internet in Kamron's room doesn't work, lame.
I hope there aren't too many spelling/typing errors (this is all encompassing - for now and for future posts), but before I fall asleep at the keyboard I am going to make my way back to Kamron's room. Stay tuned for updates!!
I almost missed my flight to Melbourne. When I got off of my flight from Dallas, I booked it to where all of the Qantas (the Australian airline) travelers had to catch a shuttle bus to a completely different part of the airport. We all packed into the shuttle, and by the time I made it on there was only standing room. I had to stand on my tip toes to reach the bar overhead. I could of killed the six foot something guy sitting down right in front of where I was standing. After being stretched so that my arm felt like it was dislocated for about twenty minutes, I all but ran through the airport to catch my flight. I wouldn't have cut it so close if I didn't make time for a pit stop in the duty free store to pick up some liquor, but it was time well spent!
During my flight I wasn't sure if I was going to survive. My butt was more than sore and then it would become numb. Not a pleasant experience. I also felt awful waking up the guy next to me just to tinkle. I did however watch two movies and an NCIS episode on the way, as well as finishing up my book - thanks Meghan for letting me borrow your books! They were awesome!
After I landed, I spent about two hours in customs. I decided that I wanted to change into a dress and put on some make up before I saw Kamron, because I didn't want to look all gross when I saw him for the first time in months - bad idea. Those of you who have seen me pack for any trip, or even a meeting, know I do more than over pack! Just picture me running around in a dress with two suitcases, while attempting to not run over anyone. It was a sight to see. I didn't realize customs would take so long, but my flight was packed and knowing my luck I should have guessed that it would take me two hours. I finally made it through customs, and was anxious to see Kamron. As I walked through the doors there were a bagillion million people waiting to pick up someone from the international flights. Of course, going back to my sort of luck, Kamron was no where in sight. Again, I just want everyone to picture me with my huge suitcases in a floor length strapless dress appearing to be lost. After about twenty minutes of attempting to stay calm, I saw Kamron!! Naturally, there were two ways to go when you leave customs and I went the way where Kamron wasn't.
We then took a cab back to where Kamron is staying and lugged my suitcases up the stairs. After finding a place to put my suitcases, we got together with some of Kamron's friends and headed to the market. We road the tram there, and I got a much needed latte! For those of you who don't know, I hadn't had coffee in about two weeks, because I didn't want to be fighting caffeine head aches on my flights or while I was here. That coffee was amazing! We looked around for a couple of hours and bought some fresh veggies and meat for dinner, which was also amazing. Kamron is a natural in the kitchen! His friends were so funny! They wanted Kamron to teach them how to cook.
While we were at the market we went to a cozy, two story pub in search of some $5 sangria, which as far as I'm told is extremely cheap for alcohol here. Unfortunately the pub was out, so we settled for beer. On a tired and empty stomach I should have been done after one, but Kamron's friend bought us all two more rounds (Kamron and I shared the last). No worries (this is directed to mom and dad) I was safe :) After heading back to Kamron's flat, I went to bed around 8 or 9ish in an attempt to not let my jetlag get the better of me. I was going off a few hours of sleep in 48 hours, so staying up until then was definitely accomplishing a great feat! Of course I woke up in the middle of the night ready to start my day.
Today we took the tram to Aldi (hehe, Allison) to get some groceries for the week, and Kamron showed me where he works. Kamron left for work soon after we got back to his flat, and I unpacked my suitcases. That leaves me where I am now, sleepy and in the computer lab because the internet in Kamron's room doesn't work, lame.
I hope there aren't too many spelling/typing errors (this is all encompassing - for now and for future posts), but before I fall asleep at the keyboard I am going to make my way back to Kamron's room. Stay tuned for updates!!
Monday, May 9, 2011
Almost there!
Hello all!
It is slowly getting closer and closer to my time to leave. I am anxiously awaiting my long flight. Today I packed, and I think I am just about ready to go. I will have to spend the better part of tomorrow running around and getting things done - like figuring out the whole adapter/converter nonsense. I don't really want my blow dryer or straightener to fry, especially because the straightener is Melanie's. hehe.
Other than that nothing other than normal is going on. I just wanted to get the blog set up, so I wouldn't have to worry about it once I left :)
I shall post again soon, but probably not until I am no longer in the States!!
It is slowly getting closer and closer to my time to leave. I am anxiously awaiting my long flight. Today I packed, and I think I am just about ready to go. I will have to spend the better part of tomorrow running around and getting things done - like figuring out the whole adapter/converter nonsense. I don't really want my blow dryer or straightener to fry, especially because the straightener is Melanie's. hehe.
Other than that nothing other than normal is going on. I just wanted to get the blog set up, so I wouldn't have to worry about it once I left :)
I shall post again soon, but probably not until I am no longer in the States!!
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