After reading all of my previous posts, I'm starting to see a somewhat disturbing and distressing theme. Although there are moments of happiness and humour, the entire thing seems to be punctuated by an underlying sense of depression. Well, here's a change to all of that boring sadness, because I am starting to have the adventures and the enjoyable moments that I came down under to experience.
Now it seems that Australia does not participate in the wonderful North American tradition of Thanksgiving, but us canucks weren't perturbed and created our own version complete with stuffing, mashed potatoes and pumpkin pie - chicken gladly took the place of turkey. It was everything Thanksgiving should be - good food, good wine and wonderful company with lots of fun conversation. A wonderful evening to enjoy the memory of for years to come.
I am now spending most of my evenings working as a hostess for a very popular restaurant on Southbank - an amazing little area on the banks of the Yarra River in the city. Although I have had times where I felt like walking out, didn't want to go to work and just wanted to quit, I am finally feeling like I fit in a bit and those distressed feelings are disappearing. I am making friends, and actually learning what I'm doing, which makes life much easier.
I have had a very exciting interview with a magazine in Sydney to work for them as a journalist. As much as I love the idea of getting back into my chosen field, I really love it in Melbourne, where I have friends and have developed a comfort zone. I will hear about the magazine's decision later this week, but it is just uplifting to know that within a month of arriving here I already have these opportunities presenting themselves.
This week I hope to fill my days with lots of fun with friends and more exciting new adventures.
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