I've been in Australia for 10 days so far and I haven't heard anyone say g'day or refer to Australia as Down Under. I haven't given up hope, though! It could have something to do with the fact that all the people I've met are tourists. I've only met 4 Australians, I think.
As I expected, leaving Harnas was really hard. Lots of tears and promises to stay in touch. I've been having a hard time enjoying Australia because I miss Africa so much. There have been some good times, though. I did a 3 day tour of Fraser Island. It's the only place on earth where a rainforest grows from sand. The entire island is made of sand and it's incredibly beautiful. I only paid for a 2 day tour but our tour guide let me and another girl named Claire stay on for the third day for free. We went hiking through the rainforest, swam in a bunch of lakes and the ocean, and learned a lot. I haven't seen any koalas or kangaroos yet but I've seen a carpet python, a dingo, humpback whales and a ton of birds.
I'm at Airlie Beach right now. I'm going to be here for about a week. I plan to sail around the Whitsunday Islands, ride a horse through the bush, and go on a crocodile safari. I haven't decided what else I want to do yet. I was going to go diving but I have a cold, so I don't think I'll be able to. :(
I'm heading down to Brisbane next week for a couple of nights, since Australia Zoo (Steve Irwin's zoo) is only about an hour or so away. That's what I'm most excited about -- I can't wait!!
Anyway, I should go find my hostel. Hope everyone back home is well!
xoxo Becky
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hey becks...sounds like you are having fun & full days! YOU go GIRL! and when you get to stevo's zoo give his memory a huge hello from me! watch out for wild crocs! hugs, auntie nj
Hi, Becky!
I am so glad you had such a great experience in Africa. I can't wait to see all your photos and hear all your stories!
P.S. The reason you have not met any Australians is because they are all abroad travelling. :P
P.P.S. I am afraid of dingos.
P.P.P.S. I miss you! ♥
Finally,a message from you! I was beginning to think you were flushed off the face of the earth! I suppose it was difficult to find a computer where you were or maybe it was difficult to pry yourself away from all those cool things you have been experiencing. Just want to tell you it seems too long between messages but I totally understand that life is for living and not sitting at a computer. I am happy that you are having such a wonderful time on your travels and I look forward to hearing about so many things when you get back. My ears should be ringing from all the stories you, Tina's and Richard will be sharing, but I can't wait to hear them. Misty is fine but John put 2 staples in her cracked hoof because the crack was getting quite wide. T don't know if you have had any messages from Tina lately, but she is looking forward to leaving Tanzania and going to Europe on Thursday. Do you still plan to meet in London on the 26th? Keep us informed and continue to have great travels. Hugs and Kisses, Karin.
Hi Beck,
Just got back from 9 days at Golden Ears...
I saw a Steller-Jay, Chipmunk and snake. Jordan and Katie came and Jordan caught the snake (his first catch). It was just a baby and Jordan let it loose - but not before giving it a kiss and telling it that he will miss it!
Sounds like you are having an exceptional time...and it is about time!!!!
Can't wait to hear more. Take care, stay safe! Love, A.Joanne
Hey sweetie so happy that life is treating you as well as it should enjoy enjoy work awaits you at home lol Have fun and give me a shout if you get a chance love Dad
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