On and Off the Beaches
I realized that it was time for Mrs. Williams to have an initial viewing of our blog spot- to validate the stories, scenarios, and descriptions surrounding our life! In this review, I decided that it was also time to become a "blogger"!
Our second weekend on the Australian continent encompassed three trips to the beaches. Friday, Logan and I met for a run at Manley Beach, taking us along the ocean and up the cliffs that overlook the water to the right and several beaches, coves, and surfers to the left. The finale of the return run led to an immediate plunge into the refreshing sea. We enjoyed an extraordinary picnic on the beach, thanks to Logan's culinary prowess and desire to MAKE (from scratch) sushi.
Because the gracious corporate accomodation terminates on February 4th, Logan and I were forced into "The great Aussie apartment quest". Wow, this is a different process that what the US puts one through! In Oz, an appartment will show for about 15 minutes, and you must come during this slot and immediate turn in an application and one week's lease if you are serious about the property. If there are two places you want to see during the same slot, most likely you will not be able to accomplish this. Fortunately, we are pleased to announce that we were victorious (we think) in "winning" a flat! It's modern, new, very open, one bedroom, big balcony on which we'll entertain precious friends that visit, has a bathroom which simultaneously serves as the laundry room, and a parking place! Our new nest is located within minutes of this hip area, filled with cafes and coffee shops. The neighborhood is called Crows Nest. We now have a definite address where all those letters, post cards, and packages can be sent :)
Living in a city situated on the coast provides a distinct atmosphere for parties, I'm learning. A typical soiree starts in the afternoon on the beach. Leaving the beach, you grab something tasty to throw on the barbie (ie honey soy kabobs) and head to the surfers' pad. Feel free to rinse off, but there really aren't any requirements on dress. A friend of ours hosted the "Endless summer" themed party on Saturday, complete with a DJ. Loads of fun as we continue to meet exciting people, hear their stories of how/ why they arrived in Australia, and simply soak in this culture!
Our second weekend on the Australian continent encompassed three trips to the beaches. Friday, Logan and I met for a run at Manley Beach, taking us along the ocean and up the cliffs that overlook the water to the right and several beaches, coves, and surfers to the left. The finale of the return run led to an immediate plunge into the refreshing sea. We enjoyed an extraordinary picnic on the beach, thanks to Logan's culinary prowess and desire to MAKE (from scratch) sushi.
Because the gracious corporate accomodation terminates on February 4th, Logan and I were forced into "The great Aussie apartment quest". Wow, this is a different process that what the US puts one through! In Oz, an appartment will show for about 15 minutes, and you must come during this slot and immediate turn in an application and one week's lease if you are serious about the property. If there are two places you want to see during the same slot, most likely you will not be able to accomplish this. Fortunately, we are pleased to announce that we were victorious (we think) in "winning" a flat! It's modern, new, very open, one bedroom, big balcony on which we'll entertain precious friends that visit, has a bathroom which simultaneously serves as the laundry room, and a parking place! Our new nest is located within minutes of this hip area, filled with cafes and coffee shops. The neighborhood is called Crows Nest. We now have a definite address where all those letters, post cards, and packages can be sent :)
Living in a city situated on the coast provides a distinct atmosphere for parties, I'm learning. A typical soiree starts in the afternoon on the beach. Leaving the beach, you grab something tasty to throw on the barbie (ie honey soy kabobs) and head to the surfers' pad. Feel free to rinse off, but there really aren't any requirements on dress. A friend of ours hosted the "Endless summer" themed party on Saturday, complete with a DJ. Loads of fun as we continue to meet exciting people, hear their stories of how/ why they arrived in Australia, and simply soak in this culture!
posted by Logan | 10:08 PM
2 Comments:
Love the blog, guys! Can you post the address of your new, modern flat!?
Hi, I work with Melanie Griswold and my 23 yr son Brad will be studying in Newcastle for the semester. He attends Clemson. Appreciate your blog. Helps we with the culture he'll experience. He arrives on Aussie Friday. Ann Humphries, Columbia, SC
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