testing, testing, one, 2…
I’m not leaving for another 88 days (yes, I’m counting), but I’m slowly trying to get ready. In actuality, I’m delaying myself from studying my Spanish verbs. I’ve set up this blog 1. for my mother, who really really wants me to purchase a cell phone and call her once a week, which I REFUSE to do; 2. to make my friends and family jealous; and 3. as a nicer way to organize my trip than a beat up book of random thoughts. It will be like the final copy as I’m traveling. At least it’s what I’m hoping.
Rau is my stuffed animal kangaroo that I recieved as a gift when I was 6 months old. He looks nothing like a kangaroo-with missing ears and tail, falling-off eyes, and a neck that doesn’t stand straight up. I figured he needs a vacation too, so I’m bringing him along to be in pictures and hopefully he won’t scare away the boys! I just hope I don’t leave him behind anywhere like I did when I was a kid as my mom won’t be able to go back and get him for me!!
I’m waiting for a friend to set a date for her wedding so I know exactly when I have to be back and where I will go. Besides Australia, it’s all tentative. But New Zealand is for sure. After that, well, I have an itinerary forming in my head, but I’m not ready to disclose that quite yet…
Tags: Australia, Travel
lauracat
Hey! You off the plane yet?
Let me know as soon as you get a job out there. I’m telling all my acquaintances that you have decided to change professions, from painter (union, of course) to sheep herder. Here’s to you little bo peep!
Laura, we’re so sorry we couldn’t wish you bon voyage in person… the boys have been sick(as they do this time every year). We are so… excited for you to travel and experience the big beautiful world. Best wishes! God bless you! Erin, Kevin and boys
Have a safe and fun trip!!!!
Laura ~ I wish you the best and please have a safe trip. It brought tears to my eyes thinking about Rau ~ He never left your side! He’s going to have a blast ~ maybe you should splurge on a spa for him (sounds like he can use it). Have fun. Love You
Hi Laura,
Ok…so far not jealous of what you wrote in September..lol Where are you and what are you doing now?? I’m sure you don’t have much time to write in here., or is there a delay? I hope you are having a wonderful time and stay safe! Love you!!! xxx
Well, you’re on your way, and hopefully know where you’re going;) I hope you’re happy as Larry on your trip and try not to drink too much grog and forget your daks in the back of beyond or bush! I’ve always wondered, do the chips at Mackers taste the same as they do in the States? (I’ve been googling Australian phrases, can ya tell?)
Good luck, have fun, and most of all, be safe!
Ooroo,
Liz
I hope you’re still not trying to leave the city after the snow we had! And watch out for the spiders–they can be nasty!
DEAR, PEEK-A-DEE-DOO,,,,,,
STAY AWAY FROM ALL THEM FOREIGN BOY’S,,,,,,IN REALITY THEY ARE ALL GAY,,,
HAVE A SAFE AND FUN TRIP,,,IF AND WHEN I PRAY,,,,YOU CAN BE SURE I WILL
HAVE YOU TO PRAY FOR,,,
GOD BLESS
UNCLE DANNY
Hi Laura, I am so happy to hear you have landed safe. I cannot believe all you have done in the first day. great to be young. I am staying clear of your dad for a few days while he is getting used to you not being here. Uncle Mick was told by Dr. yesterday he might be going back to work by the middle of January. good news. If you want call (collect) just to hear our american voice(I hope Pat does not answer the phone) please feel free to do so. It will be good to hear your voice also. Merry Christmas and hope Santa will be good to you. I love You and will keep you in my prayers. Love, Gramma
Hi Laura, Am on track with you and thanks for keeping us posted. Michelle,Todd,Melissa, Matt and Brennen visited today for Christmas. Melissia and Matt are going to Wisc. for the holidays. Michelle was in hospital Saturday morning with premature labor pains but they were strong enought to make her go and check it out. Everything fine.Your Dad was here yesterday and we went to see Uncle Tom and Aunt Margaret.Fine there also. Will keep in touch. Take care and careful. Love, Gramma
Hi Laura, Happy to hear you had a nice Christmas. Sorry I did not stay on the phone, but your Father’s face lit up when he heard me say it was you—need I say more..We had a house full as usual. They are all growing up and no more Santa talk unless with Jim and Mark’s children. So I really hate to see that part end. You Dad was the Main Chef for the day and had KP duty with peeling 10 lbs of potatoes. Did a great job. Meghan came after work and stayed quiet a while and then to Mike’s house. Have a Happy New Year and stay safe. Love, Gramma