Out and About

It was Courtney’s birthday this week, so tons of fun all around! TV is going well, about to get my project to edit a short film. Only been trained a few months on how to do it, we’ll see!

Our housemates went to the city for Court’s birthday. We went to the piano bar to hear jazz and then walked around a bit. Afterwards, we went to the Opera house and then out for coffee. I live with the best girls, honestly.

Court and I did a city day with M and J. They are turning out to be the best neighbors and friends. I really love living in a community and in the rich neighborhood that I’m in, it can feel isolating. But having them around and having great housemates helps. The city was amazing, it’s always fun exploring the culture, albeit young culture.

I made Court a cake and it rocked! It’s hard to cook here with Celsius and different measurements (mili-liters anyone..) but I’m starting to get it. Miss cooking, grilling and baking. But I’m determined to figure it out here. You know me, I’m a slight bit stubborn.. J

Pictures are from Court’s birthday. Love you!!

4/12 week and 4/19 week

So, combining week updates b/c it has been a little busy lately.

I am super excited to announce that it's finally cooler here. Not-so great news, the house I'm living in (mansion that I'm sharing) is NOT insulated at all. So it's freezing cold at night. But the sun is so strong here, as soon as it comes up, it gets much warmer. Still need to invest in a space heater and a warmer duvet.

I'm back to 100% with my kidney. I'm back to running again, life is good. Finished my film class and now on to working on my short film assignment with Carmen (the most adorable South African).

Pictures are from my last video class (the montage), me and Lana doing work in the tape room and a group photo of the tv/media girls.

I love you a lot! Hope you are enjoying spring on the flip side! XX

Little rest, little work

Since we did so much work last week for the Exchange festival and Easter, we had Mon, Tue and Wed off. SO nice! After being sick, I needed some time to chill out.

Monday was cleaning for a house inspection that our lease company asked for.

Not sure why they are wanting it after 7 years of never doing it, but the house needed a deep clean anyway, so that's okay with me! Got a little pool time in as well so I was happy! Went to friends house and had a bday cake and was sung to in 5 different languages, now that's something to brag about! I went to Bondi (yes..again) on Tuesday with Amy to celebrate my bday. Last celebration (boo). It was really nice to go back to the beach. The waves were huge and the times were great. Ate at Cafe de Paris and got a sparkly shirt, which I just remembered! I need to wear that soon! :) Wednesday was a relaxed day, don't have too many of those. Went out late with some friends. City Extra is not my favorite place, but I love it b/c of who I go with. We talk about politics, fashion, it's just good times!

Thursday was Sisterhood and I did graphics in the huge auditorium. Wasn't nervous, just aware that thousands of people were looking at what I was doing. Felt almost like work, except we crack jokes over comms! :) Friday was producing for chapel. It was good, just a lot to wake up and do. It was hectic since everything was broken when we got there. But as usual, 2 minutes before go-time, it was fixed. I was training Allie, poor thing. We'll need to train again b/c it was impossible to teach her with the crazy issues going on. Saturday was camera work. New director, he was not so nice. But everyone can't be. And I didn't swear at him, so good on me! :) Sunday was the usual: church (had an ADORABLE shirt on that I got for $5) then hindu fruit market, then service, then out with my housemates to Mars Hill Cafe for working on assessments.

Weather is 70's and breezy, just perfect. Have no idea what the future holds. Life is completely unpredictable and I have chosen a gypsy life at the moment. But it absolutely suits me to bits. I love, LOVE you guys. Thanks for all your prayers. I really am feeling better. Back to running again, just 3 days until I feel 100%. Skype me soon so I can see your beautiful faces. Pics are of the beach (again) with Amy and out with my housemates. XX

It's my freakin bday and Easter!

Happy Birthday to ME!

Had the most random bday week ever. I got my car inspected, new tires, paid for insurance for the year and registered on Monday. Then talked to my new neighbor for a bit. That's when things went a bit pear shaped.

Got sick, hospital, threw up on the floor of hospital lobby (think Amy Winehouse), got drugs, stayed for 15 hours in the ER then went home. Had to stay in bed for most of Tues and Wed. I had no energy and my back hurt like a mother trucker. I was really lucky to have so many friends (just met these peeps two months ago) take care of me. Brought me flowers, food, cards, fashion mags, it was great. You never realize how much you appreciate your health until you lose it.

I went to my editing tutorial on Thursday afternoon, was the only time I really stepped out of the house. Bonus of kidney issue, lost 5 pounds in a week.

We were off for Good Friday, which was MY BDAY, woot! Went to service and then hit the beach with Court, Matt and Justin. Weather was only in the 70's and windy, but sunny and perfect. We went to Gertrude and Alice, an old bookstore that also has amazing coffee. Then went and got fish and chips on the beach and sat on a blanket in the sand and watched the surfers. Went to 88fm cafe which is a radio station and a restaurant. We had coffee/tea and fondue then played cards. Super fun times.

Saturday was Pancakes on the Rocks for bday breakfast and then had tv camera work. Easter Sunday was amazing. Place was packed, I wore my magenta dress that I adore. Then ran home to change and headed into the city for the Exchange film festival. I didn't make the finals, but those that did were freaking amazing. And it was packed with people. Afterwards, my housemates and I went around Darling Harbour and then headed to the Rocks (old part of Sydney) to eat. Ended up at the Rocks cafe at an adorable place.

Can't believe I was able to do so much after being so sick, but God is good. I missed my family and friends so much this past week. With being sick, my bday and Easter, I was thinking about how much love people have for me. I so appreciate the calls and emails and FB posts and cards for my bday. I am so fortunate to have you in my life. And I do NOT take it (or try not to take it) for granted. I love you!!!!

Pictures are of my bday and Easter. Lots of love!!