I made it! I'm officially living the life that I could have only made up in my mind. This could be the most sureal feeling I will ever have. It's also a bit scary, almost like it's too perfect and I should be waiting on something rediculous to completely knock me upside down. As I've always said though, things happen for reasons we may never know. Having the faith to be undeniably ok with this idea is something that only now I am comfortable with.
I live on a peninsula on the northern beaches of Sydney called Queenscliff. A five minute walk to Manly beach on the right and the same distance to Freshwater on the left. The most incredible surf town vibe. Cool cafes and shops, friendly people, active lifestyle and insane beach atmosphere. The Hodson's (family I live with) are a super laid back couple that I've allready become great friends with. Emily could very well be the cutest ten month old little girl I've ever seen, super happy little thing. The house is prime location and I have my own huge balcony overlooking the ocean and city. At the moment I have my doors open and Im listening to the neighbor's party, which I don't mind at all considering they have an acoustic reggae band playing. It is a sweet world we live in, seek and you shall find! Hopefully my travel tales will inspire others to keep pushing until they find what they're looking for. Take action! Learning to trust your instinct is only perfected with downfall.

Re-located

The next big Australian move has begun. I am now Sydney's newest resident and could not be any happier. I feel the most intense feeling of peace and thankfulness. Brisbane was a great experince, it seemed to give me time to catch my breath, save up and regroup. I was safe and could not have found a more caring family to have lived with. However, three months away from the ocean was long enough for this beach bum.On my first day of Coogee Beach exploration I found a quaint little book shop on the main road. What I found next seemed to be some sort of sign, for me at least.
In a tiny book shop in a small beach town all the way in Australia I found "Letters from Point Clear". For me it's these simple moments that can put the biggest grin on my face. It felt like someone was saying, "Home will always be there waiting, keep living it up!" And that is exactly what I plan on doing.
In a beautifully written letter from the Brown's when I left, Paul Coelho was quoted in saying; "The universe will conspire to bring you all that you want." It allready has, and I am forever grateful. Australia Round Two: to be continued. . .