The next morning we got up, had some Milo cereal (amazing
Aussie cereal) and headed to the bus stop for our trip back to Lismore.
Justin’s mom drove us and we were listening to the radio when some breaking news
came on. She turned it up and Tyler listened intently. It was as if they’d
never heard a news story of crime or bad news in their lives. Well, that sort of
was the case I found out. After the story was over, she mentioned how there is
such little crime in the area and in Australia in general. And if there is
crime, it is usually covered up and censored by the media. They don’t exploit
horrible stories for more profit or listeners. Apparently it is highly
monitored by police and government. We got to the bus stop, said our goodbyes and thank yous, and
caught the bus right on time. Only two stops after we got on, eight people from
Orion college got on the bus! They were people from Eau Claire and other
friends that just got back from New Zealand. Their stories sounded absolutely
incredible. In fact, a few said they prefer New Zealand to Australia, mainly
because off the unique activities they did there like sky diving, zip lining
and bungee jumping. I’m content with keeping this abroad experience solely
Australian. New Zealand can be a whole other trip some day.
After an incredible trip, we arrived back at Orion to what
else, but a huge house party as my place. I just thought about the serene vacation I just had, and let the memories flood my mind with only joy.
Up next, we are headed to Melbourne May 3rd-8th!!!
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