Our little group of Americans booked a holiday to Bali from April 18-25, so needless to say, we are pretty excited! We are staying in a lovely hostel in Ubud for only $12 USD a night, but I'll spill all those details in my Bali post.
As for the past few weeks, one of my biggest highlights was receiving my package from home. Seeing Jarrettsville, Maryland on the return address almost made me cry! I woke up bright and early, sprinted to the mail room, and ran back to my dorm while hugging a giant box. So American, right? But anyway, my family sent me HEAPS of junk food. I cracked open the berger cookies and shared them with my friends.Represent, Baltimore! Everyone was basically amazed at their deliciousness. My parents also threw in a pack of Big Red gum for my Australian friend, Jess. Apparently, it's one of the things she misses about the States, and she ate the whole pack in one day. I also got my own lifetime supply of Trident gum -they don't have it here- red dollars, peanut butter M&Ms, and a chocolate Easter bunny. I think I'm pretty set for the rest of my time here; however, I do miss those homemade chocolate chip cookies! (wink, wink, nudge, nudge, Elyse)
Lets see... What else have I gotten up to recently? (Throwing in some more Aussie lingo) Our lovely friend, Rachel, hosted an Alfredo, wine, and movie night for us last week. She cooked up a delicious homemade alfredo sauce, sauteed chicken breast, and we enjoyed a wonderful meal for once! Tori brought peach wine, which is much, much better than the every so popular goon. Then we all snuggled up on the couches and watched/cried/laughed at The Help. It was such a relaxing evening with great company. Tori and I have also become known foosball champs of the Cutler Rec Room! We hold an undefeated record and are pretty darn proud! Other than that, I have actually been getting my homework done and being "mostly" studious, except for the days I choose the beach over lecture, but hey, I'm in Australia. That has become the ultimate excuse for everything we do. We're in Australia!
But now, I am going to throw a little local news your way, too. Back in the quiet town of Jarrettsville, my amazing little sister got her license! I am so proud of you, Elyse. When I saw her post I was literally dancing all alone in my room. Now if only she could drive herself over here to visit me =) Also, my lovely Papa Bloke will be turning the big 49 tomorrow! I'll miss ya, daddy, but I'll be there in spirit aka Skype! I'll be missing your cherry cheesecake, mom. Save a piece for me... or feel free to send it over. I'm sure customs would appreciate it!
Well, I don't want to bore anyone with my everyday occurrences, so I'm gonna sign off, but check back soon to hear about any Easter break adventures I embark on, and to hear all about Bali!
Talk to you soon, and Happy Easter everyone! I'll be missing you Mom, Dad, Elyse, Grandma, Poppy Bug, Aunt Jenny, Uncle Dave, Noah, Emma, and Uncle Chris at the Easter dinner table this year. Eat heaps of mashed potatoes and goodies for me! I reckon you can Skype me into the dinner conversation! Hope the Easter Bunny treats you well, kiddos!
G'day!
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