Well, we made it safely and we are all having a great time. The traveling went smoothly- Thanks for all your prayers and an extra thank you to everyone who went out of their way to say goodbye!!
So far we have explored, been very adventurous, toured the opera house, visited Wildlife world, found 20,000 bats in the Royal botanical gardens, hiked the blue mountains, rode the steepest train ride in the world, watched the sun rise in the harbor, toured the historic district, and my favorite- “partied” with a bridal party on the 36th floor of the Shagri-la Hotel. Yes, we went up to see the city via the bar on the top floor of the hotel, and then a very nice, intoxicated Aussie bought me my first drink [peach puree and Champaign]. We then found out he was part of a bridal party and the bride invited us into the party room. Mom and Dad made friends with everyone and soon I found Stewy singing “Girls just want to have fun” to me after he found out that I live with 70 other girls. This city is absolutely beautiful and people are so much fun. It actually feels like a dream- I’ve been thinking about it and planning for such a long time, that I can’t believe that I’m actually here.
Oh- and I almost forgot to share my athletic club experience. I ran one morning and agitated my planter facitis (sp?), so I decided to visit the V Club for this morning’s work out. The club was decked out in Metamora colors (black and red) that were quite intimidating. Aussies must sleep in because only 3 people were in the 4 story gym at 8:45am. So, then I had the great idea of doing a spin class. I should have turned back at the sight of the “Mountain Room” where it was located. But, I decided to tough it out and soon found myself sweating like never before due to the commands of some guy that looks like he drank Gatorade since infancy. Seriously- I have never seen anything like him (and I have seen a-lot of work-out junkies). It was a tad bit hard to understand him due to the Aussie accent, and at one time I thought he screamed “Come on everyone- lets get married” but he just said “Lets get em, Mate.” The music was techno- for a complete hour, which I have to admit is frightening when all the lights are turned off and Mr. Big Muscles was yelling. If I would have known, I would have brought my glow sticks to brighten the mood.... Well, after feeling pain… lots and lots of pain, I completed the intense hour session with the incredible hulk. It was a very entertaining morning, and the story was worth the sweat, tears, and … you get the picture.
Tomorrow we leave for New Zealand!! We will be there until the 4th of July, when I meet up with my group. Hope all is well back home! Love and miss you all!
p.s. For all my Indy house girls- I had crepes here!! They were yummy, but not as good as the ones made on the 426 Berkley griddle!
So far we have explored, been very adventurous, toured the opera house, visited Wildlife world, found 20,000 bats in the Royal botanical gardens, hiked the blue mountains, rode the steepest train ride in the world, watched the sun rise in the harbor, toured the historic district, and my favorite- “partied” with a bridal party on the 36th floor of the Shagri-la Hotel. Yes, we went up to see the city via the bar on the top floor of the hotel, and then a very nice, intoxicated Aussie bought me my first drink [peach puree and Champaign]. We then found out he was part of a bridal party and the bride invited us into the party room. Mom and Dad made friends with everyone and soon I found Stewy singing “Girls just want to have fun” to me after he found out that I live with 70 other girls. This city is absolutely beautiful and people are so much fun. It actually feels like a dream- I’ve been thinking about it and planning for such a long time, that I can’t believe that I’m actually here.
Oh- and I almost forgot to share my athletic club experience. I ran one morning and agitated my planter facitis (sp?), so I decided to visit the V Club for this morning’s work out. The club was decked out in Metamora colors (black and red) that were quite intimidating. Aussies must sleep in because only 3 people were in the 4 story gym at 8:45am. So, then I had the great idea of doing a spin class. I should have turned back at the sight of the “Mountain Room” where it was located. But, I decided to tough it out and soon found myself sweating like never before due to the commands of some guy that looks like he drank Gatorade since infancy. Seriously- I have never seen anything like him (and I have seen a-lot of work-out junkies). It was a tad bit hard to understand him due to the Aussie accent, and at one time I thought he screamed “Come on everyone- lets get married” but he just said “Lets get em, Mate.” The music was techno- for a complete hour, which I have to admit is frightening when all the lights are turned off and Mr. Big Muscles was yelling. If I would have known, I would have brought my glow sticks to brighten the mood.... Well, after feeling pain… lots and lots of pain, I completed the intense hour session with the incredible hulk. It was a very entertaining morning, and the story was worth the sweat, tears, and … you get the picture.
Tomorrow we leave for New Zealand!! We will be there until the 4th of July, when I meet up with my group. Hope all is well back home! Love and miss you all!
p.s. For all my Indy house girls- I had crepes here!! They were yummy, but not as good as the ones made on the 426 Berkley griddle!
2 comments:
holla crepes! lol
Love you and love your stories.
seriously. love them.
especially about the gatorade
I love hearing about your trip! So glad you're enjoying it! Looks like your parents are having fun too! Miss you!!!!!
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