Friday, July 21, 2006

Pack Rat

Under one week to go, and I admit it, I'm feeling nervous. And tired. Lack of sleep does that to a man.

I am, however, reliving the fun times of ALSA and Melbourne everyday. It was a fantastic time, and thanks to all those people I met, even my own team mates, you all made it a great time. I can't post all the photos I want to, so just hit me up on Ringo and I'll send them your way. Huge thanks to Miranda for putting them all together.

Here's some highlights:
- Catching up with Grace at the aquarium.
- Having a blast on the dance floor.
- Wayne and Sheryl-Anne.

Admittedly there are better ones, but most of other photos may require consent...you know who you are.

As for my imminent departure, I'm packing and repacking everyday. I think I've covered most things essential. Feel free to make suggestions, you never know if it's the one thing I haven't thought of. But remember that I only have a baggage allowance of 20 kilos. Still won't stop me from carrying 10 kilos in my hand luggage (Yes, Kat, that's how much it weighed and you made me carry it).

It does look as though I will spend my final days in a drunken haze. I'm catching up with people every day and night until I leave. Hopefully someone has enough sense to suggest coffee, I don't think I'll be in a state to refuse what ever is put infront of me.

Onwards and upwards.

If you want to see me off, my flight leaves Wellington on Thursday 15:30 pm. It's a flight to Sydney, so I'll be at the airport from 13:30 pm I think. Attendance is optional.

And I must thank one person for the quote that has gotten me through some tough times this last week: "Whomever said sunshine brings happiness has never danced in the rain". Thank you.

3 comments:

PVM said...

Whoever gave you that quote is absolutely right. I absolutely LOVE dancing in the raid... especially naked ;)... rawr... but that's an entirely different story.

Looks like you've been having fun. Make sure you continue to do so and don't ever give up your dreams regardless of who turns you away from your door. Just remember, there's always another door to knock on.

/hugs

Mike said...

Thanks Trink, you're 100% right. There's alot of doors out there, and who knows...I might come a knocking one day.

PVM said...

Wow, didn't realize I typed love dancing in the RAID... hmmm must have WoW on the brain or something, heh...

Woot! You should totally come knocking on my door... especially if it's the door of my super secret project ;). Muwahaha...