I am leaving for Brisbane tonight at 9:15. I still have a little more packing to do and I have to finish an assignment before I leave, but for the most part, I'm ready. During all the preparations I was doing to book flights and hostels for break, I felt like I was back at home getting ready to leave for Australia. It is by far the worst part, but I will most likely be rewarded with an amazing holiday.
Over the past few days, pretty much all I've been doing is getting ready for break. I'm getting pretty excited about it, after reading about Cairns and Brisbane in Bill Bryson's In a Sunburned Country. If you've never read it (which you probably haven't, Australia isn't one of the most popular topics in America, it's kind of tucked away and forgotten about) and have an interest in learning about Australia in an informal and entertaining way, I'd highly recommend that you read it.
I won't be able to update for the next few weeks, but I may be able to get online at some point and check comments and add a few of my own. I've been fighting valiantly with the internet and adding photos all morning, so hopefully I'll be able to get another 10 or 15 up. I'm sure I'll take no less than 1500 more on this trip, and I wish I could put them all up for you to see.
Wish me luck!
About Me
- Marc
- I am going to be a student at Deakin University in Geelong, Australia starting in the beginning of February. My hometown is Beavercreek, Ohio, and I've never lived away from home. I'll be on my own for the next 5 months, but I am looking forward to meeting new people and experiencing a completely new and exciting atmosphere.
8 comments:
Marc – have a great trip! Try to keep us posted as to your whereabouts as best you can. If you can’t post on your blog, at least send us a text message now and then. Exciting times are ahead! Enjoy “intermission”! Love you. xo
Enjoy your holiday. So far it sounds like your having an amazing time. Be safe, we love and miss you!
Marc, I'm sure you'll have a great time. I can't wait to hear all the stories and see the pictures. Be careful driving and beware of the Killer Kangaroos.....
We miss you. Happy Easter! Love Dad
Miss you Marc. I know you are having a wonderful Easter break. Runs in with kangaroos, scuba diving with sharks and sea turtles, car accidents and huge flightless birds. What an adventure! Can't wait to read all about it. Oh and pictures, I want to see lots of pictures! Love and miss you.
Marc - I am sure you are having a wonderful time -- can't wait to hear about your trip and see your pictures. Please post at least a little something as soon as you return from 'Intermission' as it would be nice to know that all is well and safe. I agree with your Mom, pictures, we need pictures -- especially of you!!! Can't wait to hear from you, be safe -- love and miss you!!!
Sparky, where are you?
OK, "intermission" is over. Now get back to work.
Love you. Dad
marc - silence is not golden
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