Recipe for a good time

 In honor of my friend Pam and her love of food, I will now teach you how to cook up the perfect Pam Party.  Here's my own recipe for a fabulous beach send off...

Step 1 - Get your fresh Pam and place her shotgun in a Jeep - roof down.

Step 2 -  Stuff all beverages and pork products in the fridge as shown.  

Step 3 - Toss in an Andre(e) or 2...

Step 4 - Sprinkle in just a hint of the bongo...

Step 5 - Grill up a summer feast made for kings

Step 6 - Consume corn with caution.  You may be judged.  What does your corn on the cob say about you???

Step 7 - Whip open the bubbly

Step 8 - Infuse your fizz with watermelon and toast to Pam - she's true blue...

Step 9 -  Add one Matt, one Sabrina, and one large mushroom

Warning : Handle the mushroom with care.

Step 10 - Combine all Americans on couch for late night guitar performance - I personally have best results with the Chris and Andre mix

Step 11 - Fry on the beach until just crispy

Step 12 - Skim the surf after demolishing brekky burritos.

 For best results, do not add roosters and serve immediately. 

Enjoy with those who love to laugh and make life better.  XO

Silent Disco

I was feeling a little cranky today folks, but the Silent Disco Walking Tour was just what the doctor ordered.  If you're looking for a fun and wacky Melbourne experience, the Guru Dudu will guide you through the streets where you can dance and let your freak flag fly.

I was feeling a little silly for the first 5 minutes wearing headphones and busting a move, but the next thing I knew I was scaling the stairs in Federation Square to the Rocky theme song like a champ.  

We dropped it like it was hot down Hosier Lane, cheered on the people of Melbourne, and performed freestyle flash mobs...

Eh... sexy lady....

Op, Op, Op, Op,  Oppan Gangnam Style

Well I'm no longer cranky and give that Guru Dudu 2 thumbs up! Thanks for a fun time.

Check it out for yourself...

http://www.happyoga.com.au/disco/

Settling into the city

Have no fear, I'm still here.  Life in Melbourne is busy and I've been readjusting to the working world.  Our friend Ryan came, conquered Melbourne in 7 days, and left.  I started working at the new speech clinic and am enjoying the clients and coworkers immensely.  We've been settling into city life and enjoying the company of some really great people.   

It is hard to believe we've been here for 9 whole weeks!  But as they say, the one constant in life is change.  And in 3 weeks, Pam is heading back to America.  Our third amiga, Andre, is about to embark on an exciting 3 months of travel.  Australia won't be the same without these two ladies, but I am excited to see what the future holds for them.  I'm confident fantastic things will come their way.  They are amazing.  And I'm curious to see what is in store for me in my last 11 weeks riding solo.

Most popular question? Naturally everyone wants to know what's next?  And I am not sure to be honest.  I want to be present each day here in Australia, appreciate this opportunity, and not worry too much about where life will lead after this adventure.  I have faith the next path will present itself in time.  Life can change quickly and I intend to fully enjoy these good times.

And speaking of good times, here are a few pics from the last 2 weeks in the city....

Kim's Birthday at Corner Hotel, Richmond.  Love their  outdoor beer garden.

BBQ'in and enjoying the Australian Summer

St. Kilda Festival

What am I reading these days? Just finished 29 Gifts: How a Month of Giving Can Change your Life.  It was an inspirational story and gave some practical ideas on how to give simply to others and be mindful of what you have each day.  Check out the website http://www.29gifts.org/  for more details on the movement.

Lastly, a few random comments:

 1.  I have not watched the Grammy's in their entirety yet, but I fully support Justin Timberlake's new hair.  How in the world did he tame those curls? Do you think he had a Brazilian blowout?

2.  Ellen is coming to Melbourne in March!  Gotta try to see her live.  http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=53635