find my joy

I know it's been an eternity. I was paying $4 an hour for the internet at my hostel in Melbourne, and so didn't really get around to the blogging thing. I did take a lot of pictures, most of which have been added to facebook by now. So if you're my facebook friend (if you're not, who are you anyway?), check them out.

I am making Melbourne my home for a while. I've gotten a job and a house share in St. Kilda, a beach precinct about 20 min. from the city. So far, it's been lovely! I was thrilled to move out of the hostel. The backpacker lifestyle is just not for me.

I'm waiting tables at a brand new restaurant in St Kilda, called Slow Down! @ Harley Court. So far, so good. Have had a couple of days off and today is my first day back, so hopefully I haven't forgotten everything I learned last week!

The house share is great. I will put up pictures soon. It's a little shabby, but it's big, the housemates are nice, and the location is splendid. All we need is a cat or a dog to cuddle with!

Ok, that's the update for now. I've got to head to work. Sounds terrible, but I did spend the afternoon at the beach, so I think I'll take that trade off!

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