When my birthday snuck up on me, the only thing I had planned was mimosas with my mates. But from the moment I woke up, I realized I wanted to do a little something more for turning 30. I really wanted to be on a beach in Bali, but its not easy to escape from the Red Centre. So I decided to embrace being in the outback by doing 30 Aussie things. Continue reading
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Driving in Oz
I consider myself a good driver in the US. I figured driving on the other side of the road wouldn’t be all that rough. I anticipated a short adjustment period but hoped that I would be able to slip back into a comfortable familiarity. But it is so much harder to overcome the habits and muscle memory of something I’ve been doing for well over ten years.
A Perfect South Australian Day
I had the perfect South Australian day! I woke up in a typical SA home- complete with a Hill’s hoist and all! My feet were a pretty cold so my friend’s mom let me wear her Ugg boots. I now understand why they are so loved! My friend Amanda made me some toast then spread the butter and vegemite on the proper way. The first time I tried Vegemite, I spread it on thick as if it was peanut butter- big mistake, but a moment I won’t forget. But in the appropriate amount, I actually liked the salty/tangy flavor, and I liked that I get my B vitamins with it too. Continue reading
Don’t Tell Me ‘No’, Australia
Dear Australia,
I don’t like being told ‘no’. My ego just doesn’t handle it. I’m used to hearing ‘yes’. I’ve had an easy life and I’ve kind of gotten used to things going the way I want- especially when it comes to my career. I’ve worked hard in a variety of units, hospitals, and locations. I show up and work hard and keep a positive attitude. Okay, my chicago attitude still comes out sometimes. But, I’ve never had problems getting a positive reference after I finished a job contract. And I almost always get the job contract I want. I’ve had the freedom to work wherever and whenever I want. Continue reading
Open Soul, Open Road 