But who's counting?
The biggest adventure of my life begins 30 days from today ... 4 months, at least 3 countries, and my final semester as a law student.
Australia,
New Zealand, and
Fiji are at least three of our stops, the rest of our itinerary has yet to be determined.
This is, by far, and under many different definitions, the furthest I have ever been from home. On one hand it is the most exciting thing I've ever done, on the other, its a little scary :) . However, knowing my sweetheart will be with me throughout my travels has increased my bravado tremendously!
It is my feeling (and hope!) that is just the beginning for these types of journeys. This will be the place I record my travels, my new experiences, share my thoughts, photos, and memories ... I hope all my family and friends can enjoy some of these experiences through my eyes.
Here's a little preview of our trip:
December 31, 2006 - February 17, 2007 (
Departing December 29, 2006)
We will be based in
Melbourne, attending
Monash University Law School. We will be living at the
Grand Mercure, Docklands.
(really, really roughing it hehe)
:February 17, 2007 - April 14, 2007
We will be based in
Christchurch, New Zealand, attending the
University of Canterbury School of Law.
May 4, 2007 - May 8, 2007
Elliot & I will be spending our last four days in
Fiji!
As for all the dates not mentioned, and the weekends in between - we haven't established that yet. Elliot & I will be going to
Adelaide a few times throughout the trip to visit his uncle and cousins who live there. The rest we will be playing by ear!
I hope you enjoy my accounts of this new adventure :) Come back and visit often!
13 comments:
This sounds like a wonderful trip, almost like a 4 month long NYU scholars program! I know you are a pretty conservative girl, but please be careful when you go down under :-) Can't wait to see pictures though!
Hey Babe...
I sounds all pretty amazing, but then again....you are pretty amazing! You always did things with a flair. We are so happy for you as you start this exciting chapter of your life. What an opportunity. It makes it even sweeter because Elliot will be sharing it with you. We love you more than words can say. Have the time of your life and BE CAREFUL!!!(Sorry, that's the mother in me)
Love Always!
Mom and Dad
Good for yout o have a new blog, got the news from Melissa
:D
Yay, Australia ROCKS! I live in Sydney. I hope you have a rockin' time, and it will be nice and hot.
Hi Melissa's Sister:
I'm another Harry Potter Crazy and I thought I would chech out your blog. :)
-will
freewebs.com/lumos-light
Steph,
Sounds like it's going to be an amazing time and a great experience. So exciting that you are blogging it. Can't wait to hear all about it as it happens. Hope you two have a great time and safe trip. We will miss you back in the states ; )
Barbara
Awesome blog! I can't wait to read all about your trip and live vicariously through you guys.....you're going to have the BESTEST time, I am so happy for you! Will try to get down there to see you, provided there's no tour scheduled ;)
love you,
wandy
Woohoo Australia! I hope you have a safe journey and learn a lot of new things.
Wow, i live near melbourne and will be going to university in Melbourne next year to study psychology. i was considering Monash Uni for a while but eventually decided on LaTrobe. Monash is absolutely beautiful and massive. hope u have an awsome time. melbourne is the best city in the world!!!
We are so close indeed. I cannot even begin to imagine what it will be like to experience such exotic places with you. LOVE YOU!
Oh that sounds so cool! I live in Adelaide and I visit Melbourne constantly. You are going to have a fantastic time here in Australia!
Your trip is now 2 days away! As sad as I am to see you go and knowing that you won't be here when the baby is born :(, I cannot begin to tell you how happy I am for you and all you have to look forward to in the new year. I wish you and Elliot nothing but the best. Enjoy your trip since you really shouldn't care about your last semester at this point!!! ha! ha! Seriously though, you have already accomplished so much and I am very proud of you and even happier to be a witness to it all. I love you! PLEASE BE CAREFUL!!!! Me & Meliss will make sure to send you baby pics & video. Have a safe trip. See you in May! (okay, I'm going to start crying!!!)
Love, Marisa & Baby
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