So we made it to Australia...finally...
We are both feeling a lot better, which is good b/c we hit the ground running. When we arrived our friend Ken was in the airport awaiting us with a sign with "Matt Scott" on it :). We made it through customs really easy which was great. We then piled in to his cozy BMW with our 10 pieces of luggage. Tiff had the guitar in her lap :). We got to see the big bridge (it probably has a better name, idk) and the Sydney Opera house on our way to the College.
Once we arrived, we were plesantly surprised to find out we were going to be in a furnished house. (why do we continue to be surprised at God's perfect plan?) Ken then kindly took us to our residence. We are in a 5 bedroom house that we are sharing with 6 other girls (poor Matt ;(). We are in the master suite with our very own bathroom (Yeah!!). We have a queen size bed, a chest of drawers, and night stand in the room, as well as a nice sized closet. What an answer to prayers.
After going to the house , Ken took us to the Telstra store to set up phones and internet. We purchased a pre-pay cell phone so we would not have to get into a contract. Next week, we will also be getting a house phone with a great international plan and the internet. Back to the pre-pay phone. Australia is great in that you do not get charged for incoming calls. Soooo, if anybody wants to call feel free(although it is not free to you :). Our country code is 011 followed by our number which is 0429025979.
OK, soo we did a little shopping last night...and...when you consider the conversion rate, different brands, and jet lag...this was quite the experience. We then went home to clean, unpack, make our bed and get in it...
After a good nights rest, we are here at "Maccas"" (McDonanlds) enjoying free wi-fi. We don't have a whole lot of plans for the rest of the day...just meeting people and finding our way around town. We are beginning to see we may need some mode of transportation, buses are pretty expensive and it is in the upper 90's outside. (oh yeah and the big hole in the ozone is right over us...) We know God has a perfect plan and will provide for our needs. We ask that you pray that we can find a job quickly and a reasonable and reliable form of transportation. Please keep in touch. We love you all!!!
Ummm, let's try this again!
10 years ago
4 comments:
i left a comment earlier. don't know why it didn't stick. love you and so excited for you! yeah on the furnished house. can we skype on tuesday? or monday night? what's the time difference again?
Is your kitchen set up with pots and pans? Are your roommates already there? Where are they from? Oh so many questions-can't wait to talk with you some more. so glad for your housing arrangements!
Glad to hear from you guys and that you finally made it! I know that the furnished place is an answer to prayer for you. Can't wait until we can "skype" you and find out more about what's going on with you. We love you....
I read your post outloud to Makayla on Saturday night and she just kept saying "Matt". She is still trying to say Tiffany, but it sounds nothing like it. We are so excited for you guys. Your post sounds very upbeat...what a relief to have a furnished place to live in. Mig was feeling bad for Matt with all of those girls...he said T lived in a house full of girls, but poor Matt! You guys are doing great...one step at a time. Take care. Love ya! Sandy
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