From Down Under

Life seems to have its lulls and its peaks.

Currently, it feels like a bit of a whirlwind.

Thursday: Arrive in Melbourne; settled in place I sublet for a week; open bank account
Friday: Four appointments visited at places to live: Akathist attended
Saturday: Liturgy; chose a place to rent; discover my LONG awaited work visa has arrived and I am expected at work at 8:00 on Monday.
Sunday: Liturgy and a day of exploring a beautiful park in Melbourne; move in
Monday: WORK!!!!

I was hoping to have some more time to get settled before starting work, and nursing and medicine here is QUITE a bit different, though so far I am pretty impressed with how organized and structured and up-to-date these Aussies are.

I am glad to be here and enjoying the cultural aspect A LOT.

I guess I should allow myself to be in a state of shock for a while. I have just traveled around the world to be close to the man I love, and there is quite a bit to get used to even in this English speaking country. Of cousre, Yiannis has been a tremendous help and support.

Food, clothing, and general household necessity items prices are outrageous!

Ok...time to go figure out the cheapest Aussie health insurance I can get (mandatory before I am put on payroll). The make it much easier on the Britains coming to Australia for this type of thing :). As an American, I think the process has been a bit more difficult.