What's Going On?!?!
What's going on with the weather down here?!?! Nate and I have had just about enough of this rain. Did you know that the Blue Mountains (just west of Sydney) actually got snow?!!? How crazy is that?? I mean one of the reasons we left Sask was to be rid of the snow for awhile. Haha - at least it hasn't found us yet. The rain however has. I think for the past 2 days it's been raining more than anything. The news is saying this is the most rain they have ever got in 123 years!! They had to close the subways down because they flooded and the ferries were stopped because the waters were just too dangerous for them to transport people across the harbour. Hmm - we picked a good time to enjoy Sydney. Haha. As cooped up as Nate and I feel we're still in good spirits and trying to make the best of everything.
Yesterday we went to Oceanworld Manly. It was pretty cool. Saw lots of neat fish... Nemo and Dori were there. Saw a baby crocodile and learned not to trust any waters. The tour guide said that just because the name of the Croc is Freshwater or Saltwater doesn't mean that that's the only kind of Croc you'll find in those waters. Each type can inhabit both waters. My red flags are up... haha - Nathan's not allowed to swim in any waters except in a paddling pool now.
We both held Sea Urchin's as well. They are quite prickly... but harmless. I wouldn't want to step on one accidentally. That might hurt a bit. There was an underwater sea tunnel that was the coolest of the cool. We walked through this tunnel while giant Stingrays, huge Turtles and Nurse Sharks of all sizes swam beside and above our heads. We were the only ones down there at the time so when the power gave out as we were underneath the shark tank I must admit I was a bit frightened. Haha - I bolted for the emergency light I could see in the distance. It's funny now to think back as to how we reacted. A good laugh for sure.
Upstairs however I decided I would check out the different species of Spiders that Australia has to offer. Now if anybody knows me this was a huge mistake on my behalf. What was I thinking?? I'm always looking at every little spec I see now to make sure it's not one of those nasty things creeping up behind me. They were so gross. I really hope I don't see one because I tell you its life will be over in no time. I mean I don't just swat the things. I give 'em a good pounding to make sure they don't ever see the light of day again. I hope it doesn't come to this though. They are alot bigger here and I'm just dreading the first one I see.
Well I'm afraid I haven't got much else to talk about. As I said earlier the weather hasn't cooperated much with us and unfortunately most things we want to do take place outside. So hopefully we can have one last tour of Sydney tomorrow before we take off to Brisbane on Monday night. Can't wait to get there. We have a nice little hostel booked for a couple nights. Moreton Bay Backpackers... looks like a good place to crash and make some grub. Other than that we're doing well and missing you all back home.
Cheers Mate!!
Yesterday we went to Oceanworld Manly. It was pretty cool. Saw lots of neat fish... Nemo and Dori were there. Saw a baby crocodile and learned not to trust any waters. The tour guide said that just because the name of the Croc is Freshwater or Saltwater doesn't mean that that's the only kind of Croc you'll find in those waters. Each type can inhabit both waters. My red flags are up... haha - Nathan's not allowed to swim in any waters except in a paddling pool now.
We both held Sea Urchin's as well. They are quite prickly... but harmless. I wouldn't want to step on one accidentally. That might hurt a bit. There was an underwater sea tunnel that was the coolest of the cool. We walked through this tunnel while giant Stingrays, huge Turtles and Nurse Sharks of all sizes swam beside and above our heads. We were the only ones down there at the time so when the power gave out as we were underneath the shark tank I must admit I was a bit frightened. Haha - I bolted for the emergency light I could see in the distance. It's funny now to think back as to how we reacted. A good laugh for sure.
Upstairs however I decided I would check out the different species of Spiders that Australia has to offer. Now if anybody knows me this was a huge mistake on my behalf. What was I thinking?? I'm always looking at every little spec I see now to make sure it's not one of those nasty things creeping up behind me. They were so gross. I really hope I don't see one because I tell you its life will be over in no time. I mean I don't just swat the things. I give 'em a good pounding to make sure they don't ever see the light of day again. I hope it doesn't come to this though. They are alot bigger here and I'm just dreading the first one I see.
Well I'm afraid I haven't got much else to talk about. As I said earlier the weather hasn't cooperated much with us and unfortunately most things we want to do take place outside. So hopefully we can have one last tour of Sydney tomorrow before we take off to Brisbane on Monday night. Can't wait to get there. We have a nice little hostel booked for a couple nights. Moreton Bay Backpackers... looks like a good place to crash and make some grub. Other than that we're doing well and missing you all back home.
Cheers Mate!!
posted by Nathan at 9/09/2006 10:53:00 AM
4 Comments:
Since it's been raining a lot over there I think it would be a good time to try out a few Sydneys' pubs....I want to know if you can get those mega huge beers like Homer did on the simpsons....take a pic for me ;)....
coffee..be-eer..coofffeee...be-eeerr
Thats not a bad idea... but it will have to wait till brisbane... most of the pubs are closed here on sundays or are really posh (most drinks come with a frilly umbrella) Once we get to the outback I'll buy the biggest beer I can find. awww yeaaah.
Cheerio! Just thought I'd say hello, as I don't want to study right now - and yer blog is more interesting..How's Brisbane treating you? Are you guys going surfing? Well gotta get back at it, take care! post lots!
linz&dan
Hey you guys! I'm sorry to hear about the weather that's pretty shitty; but if it makes you feel any better they're forcasting snow for Saskatoon sometime next week. Anything is better than being here and NOT working... enjoy your time while you're there.. can't wait to see more pics.
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