If you know me it comes as no shock for me to say if I could do anything for the rest of my life it would be traveling. My first experience at the thrills of travel came when I was 13. While Disney World and the beaches of Florida kept my childhood exhilarating, the cathedrals and history of Europe were no match. My backpack sustained me for our seven weeks of trains and sightseeing and this began my passport love. I have yet to go to the same place twice, so researching about everything became my new goal this week.
Did you know there are whales all over the coast of Australia? Betcha didn't! There are so many species, including the killer whale! This prompted me to watch several YouTube videos and a couple free willy clips last night, but that's a side note. The size of them cannot be described, they are unbelievable creatures. A few years ago on a trip in Maine we went about 30 miles off the coast of Bar Harbor to whale watch. They are the absolutely beautiful and I'm so excited that they are right off the coast. I can see them from my dorm window!
Also one of my favorite worship bands, Hillsong United, is from Australia with their home church in Sydney! The more I find out about Australia the more I am in love! Koalas, kangaroos, and accents here I come!
I cannot wait to board my series of planes on June 25th and get there the 26th to go on the best trip ever (sarcasm about the flying part)! Did I mention we are stopping in Fiji on our way over? :) Studying abroad is a once in a lifetime thing that I think everyone should try. Traveling allows for new perspectives to be drawn and an experience that the USA just doesn't offer.
This weekend I'm mock-packing in an effort to perfect my size and weight restrictions. Wish me luck!
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