So yet again it has been a while since I have posted. I seem to find that life in Australia, is just starting to feel normal, and not quite so bloggable. Then when I remember that I am living in Australia, and you are not, I decide I might have something to share.
Let's start with my trip home. It was totally wonderful to be home and see everyone. It made me feel like I was grounded again. Like things were familiar again and like perhaps things just hadn't changed so much with out me. Yet when it was time to leave, I was ready to go. My life is not at home right now. People I care deeply about are, but they have lives in the states, and I don't. I have a wonderful life here in the land of OZ.
Although I will admit there was some reverse culture shock. Mainly while driving. The entire time I was home, every-time I went to turn I would attempt to turn on my blinker on whichever side of the steering wheel I was about to turn. This pattern continued for about 2 weeks after my return to Australia. I must say it is a bit alarming to have your windshield whippers start unexpectedly.
My other big culture shock as of late has been watching the Olympics. I have not seen any non-Australians compete in anything but swimming. As Australia is not very good at gymnastics, or diving I am finding it is like the Olympics aren't happening. If I paid for my tv coverage I could watch all the medal events, but as I don't I am stuck watching lots of swimming, rowing, field hockey and equestrian events. I did see part of one beach volleyball game and a bit of basketball. The announcers are great, but I don't even see the non-australian competition. It's a bit too much green and gold from this view.
Well that's all I have for now. Please comment if you have anything you would like to me write about, and I will try and post sooner next time.
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