FEBRUARY 4, 2009
We made it to Melbourne! Is there a better city to be in for three months? We were lucky enough to find an awesome flat for the first six weeks of our stay. You can see pics below. Cute, isn't it?
About the fires...luckily we've been about an hour away from the bush fires but you can definitely see the haze hanging over the city. It has been such a disaster and we feel for all of the families and animals who've been through hell and have much more to come. The way the nation has come together though, is quite an inspiration. They raised $100 million within two weeks of Black Saturday, the day with the worst fires and temperatures reaching 115 degrees. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the victims.
So about Melbourne...
There's no wonder this has been the number one city for all the Aussies and Kiwis we've talked to. It has a wonderful European feel with alfresco dining, cafes and gelaterias, and lovely fashion-forward people. Learning the Aussie vernacular has been interesting. A ladette is a wild woman. A bogan is a hick. And a nappie is a diaper. There's much more to learn so stay posted for more vital Aussie words.
Steven started classes and has enjoyed them so far. I've been very busy doing nothing so that takes up most of my time. Next week: our first camper van experience along the Great Ocean Road!
Missus (hug n' kisses) from Lib and Steven!
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