So, it's June right now and school is over. I have finals this week, and it seems like this semester has flown by. I know that I have done a whole lot, and I have developed some great relationships while I've been over here. I am now on the last few weeks until I go to New Zealand. It is a strange feeling because I am very excited to go to New Zealand next semester, but I am sad to leave all of my friends that I have met here, and Australia itself.
I have grown a lot since I've been here, and learned a lot about what path I want to take in life. I have learned all about traveling, and have developed a new found confidence in traveling alone. New places are exciting instead of overwhelming. I have come to understand what my life is all about and what place I hold in the grand scheme of the world. I have felt myself growing day to day, and been a witness to what is going on in my mind.
I feel that everyone who can live abroad should absolutely do it. It will open new doors that one never knew existed. All you need to do is walk through those doors, expect nothing and be ready for anything.
I will definitely miss Australia. The land itself gives off a very primitive vibe. The people here are very enthusiastic and like to have fun. The stereotype that Aussies like to drink is somewhat true, but not for all of them. They are very lively, and I have enjoyed being in their company for this semester. Being with people that lead a different lifestyle has been very interesting, because I have been able to compare their ways of life with my own. This has shown me things that I like about home as well as things that I don't like. It has helped me to appreciate and respect my home culture and the land that I grew up on. I learned how much I love the mountains, the pine trees, the cold rivers and the cool crisp air.
I will be leaving for New Zealand on July 1st, and meeting with Brady on the 6th where we will tour the south Island in a Wicked van for a week. I am very excited about this and know that Brady will have an awesome time.
So for now, Cheers, but I will be back to share more
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