I’m coming up on my one month-iversary in Australia. I can’t believe how fast the time has flown! I’ve been working for 2 weeks now at a bar called The Turf in the city. I’m mostly waitressing but being trained on the bar as well. I really like working there! I work with a very diverse group of people which keeps things very interesting. I figure that if I get experience in bartending, it’s a great skill to bring with me on my future travels. If I get stuck in Europe and run out of money, I can always bartend for a few weeks. Another great advantage of working in hospitality here is that most of my coffee, alcohol and food is free or extremely cheap! I ask the chefs to make so many modifications on dishes, that they’re actually healthy by the time they’re finished!
The last time I wrote I was still living in a temporary share house, waiting to move to Fitzroy. Well, I’ve moved in and I’m loving it! My house mates are all so lovely and crazy in their own ways. I’m constantly entertained! Paul is a 34 year old artist (painting/drawing mostly) who also works short contracts in web design. He works from home mostly, so he’s always there for company. Next is Jo, a 29 year old, retail manager for a store called Jack London. She’s a vegan who brings home awesome pizza and she loves coffee almost as much as I do! Finally, Sabine is a 30 year old writer/editor who speaks fluent German and loves to go out. Everyone is so relaxed in the house and really generous with their things and time. My window faces North and so I have sun beaming into my room most of the day. The best part is that I wake up every morning with the sun warming my face! You can see some pictures of my house and surrounds in Melbourne by clicking here.
So for now, I’m focusing on working a lot (since I’ve got this annoying Canadian OSAP loan eating away at my bank account every month) and enjoying Spring! Yes, I know it’s Autumn for Canada… so crazy! I just keep following summer around the world! Next week I’m starting an 8-week belly dancing class. I love the dance and I can’t wait to see if I’m any good at it! Also, I’m starting to volunteer at a soup kitchen near my house. I’m sure I’ll have some really touching stories sooner rather than later!
Some plans for the (near) future include: a trip to do some backpacking in New Zealand, a trip up the East coast of Australia, a bike riding trip around Tasmania AND a trip back to visit HOME! I’ve found a deal with Korean Airlines (… I know, sketchy… but it’s the cheapest) to come home in February for a couple weeks. No promises, but I really am starting to have heartaches when I think of my family and friends. By February, it’ll be due time for a visit! Until next time, xoxoxo
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