Doing My Part

I just have to say Thank you, Thank you, Thank you to Paula, Susana and Leanne for letting me stay in their place at Sydney. When I first arrived, I hadn't a clue what I was doing and was a little nervous, but they soon put me at ease displaying a level of hospitality that quite frankly hit me for six. Having never even met me and not even knowing what I looked like when they picked me up at the bus station, they welcomed me with open arms, spun me round a few times, fed me, wined me and dined me up and it's because of them that I've been able to settle into life in Sydney so easily. In exchange for the barbecues, the parties, the breakfasts and lunches, the tour guides and evening outings, the comfy bed and super shower (all wicked luxuries not afforded by the common backpacker), I've tried to do my part in helping out with the dishes and a bit of gardening... and hopefully just being as cheery as possible :-) On Saturday, I'll probably be moving out and giving them back their rightful space so that they can prepare for Nuno's (Susana's partner) imminent arrival. Congratulations Susana on getting your new job! A position in a highly respected Architectural firm at The Rocks, bang smack in the centre of Sydney! Once again, thank you guys so much for everything and it's with a tear in my eye that I shall be bidding you goodbye during this wonderful part of my Aussie adventure!