The Final Count Down

Hello!

My time left here in Sydney in nearing only 24 hours. But over the past week a lot has happened.

Wednesday 25 June 2014, was my last final. It was at noon and only took me about an hour. After the final I came home, took a little nap and preceded to get ready for our farewell dinner. TEAN treated us to dinner at an Italian restaurant in Darling Harbour. It was good and VERY filling. After that not much happened so I went to bed.

Thursday 26 June 2014 was an adventure seriously. Samm and I planned on doing the Spit to Manly walk but that ended completely differently than planned. After going over the Harbour Bridge and getting to Spit Junction we had no idea where the walk started. We headed down a HUGE hill toward the water hoping it was that way. We were wrong. After looking at google maps we realized we were far from where we were suppose to be and far from anywhere we knew. Looking at the huge hill we just walked down we knew we had one option, avoid the hill and just walk to somewhere we know. After walking almost 10 miles through a national park surrounded with barbed wire, a high class restaurant and the most expensive neighborhood in Sydney we finally found a bus stop. After 3 hours of hiking Samm and I hopped on the next bus and headed home. After arriving home, a nap was a must. A couple hour napped changed my mood and got me ready to go out. We all planned on going to Ivy because Thursday is the night to go to Ivy. Predrinks were fun, it was a night to formally celebrate Drey's 21st birthday. Upon arriving to Ivy, the bouncers told us we (Alli, Drey and I) could get into VIP if and only if we did some random tasks he said. Ultimately after Drey twerking on the side of the road and a few other little tasks we made it to VIP for free! That night was a night to remember. 

Friday 27 June 2014 was nothing out of the ordinary. I started to pack and Alli Drey and I treated our selves to MadMex, like usual. After lunch Sam and I headed to Uni to take pictures, eat baguettes and exchange text books. Tonight we plan on going out. To where? I have no idea. 

I have two more nights left in Sydney and tomorrow will be filled with packing and napping because Drey and I plan on staying up all night so we can pass out on the plane ride home.

Cant wait to see you all!!

From Down Under
Em

And So The Count Down Begins....

Less than 6 days left in Sydney :(

From Down Under 
Em

We Are The Champions

:),

The rest of Thursday 19 June was absolutely amazing. We haven't gone to Ivy yet which is a must do while in Sydney and Thursdays it is free cover so we (Philip, Samm, Sami, Jackie, Charlotte and I) headed to Ivy to spend one solid last weekend with Sami since she leaves on Sunday the 22. Upon arriving to Ivy we decided to head down stairs to the dance floor and dance the night away. After a couple minutes or an hour lol we decided to head up to the top floor where the pool was. As we were walking around we saw big Mike! We always see him in the most random spots ever! Starting a conversation with him he informs us that the men casually relaxing in the pool are the NSW Blues State of the Origin champions and they are telling us to come into the pool. This caused me and Sami to change our minds and jump in the pool earlier than expected. We took our shoes off and handed our bags over to Charlotte, we then walked to the edge of the pool and counted down from 3 and jumped in, in our clothes and everything! That night was one to remember. Partying with the champions that all of Australia idolizes after becoming a Cadbury chocolate model. I think that Thursday was the best one yet! Except we all managed to bail on waking up for the sunrise as planned.

Friday 20 June was another casual but busy day. Sami and I headed down to Circular Quay back to the Joy Generator because we wanted more chocolate. I got a flavor that does not sound appetizing to me so I'm going to save it and give it to my mom (hahaha). After Circular Quay we headed back to Haymarket to get a Harry's Pie, a must do, while in Sydney. Since I didn't sleep much the night before so I napped and then proceeded on with my day. A group of us went across the street for thai food for dinner. I got chicken fried rice, YUM! After having a little family dinner, we all proceeded to get ready because we had another big night at Argyle. We got there before 10 because there was no cover but I was not feeling it that much. On our way out after an hour or two I ran into a girl who went to high school with me. I knew she was in Australia but I was not sure if she was studying abroad or what she was doing! It was great to see her though. Unfortunately, I did not stay there until midnight for when Drey turned 21. I headed home and face timed my mom because she was at my apartment! Its so cute and I love it so much.

Today Saturday 21 June is Drey's birthday and Sami's last day. We are headed down to Circular Quay later to get Wedges and Sweet Chili Sauce for one last bang because everyone leaves tomorrow.

8 days until I'm home :(

From Down Under 

Em

Chocolate Models

Hello!

Today, 19 June 2914, was an unexpected great day! After lounging around the room for a little, Sami and I decided to head down to Circular Quay to get some good photos. We took the 555 down George Street and got off at Circular Quay. As we got off we noticed a line of people coming from a Cadbury Chocolate stand, we decided we'd come back later to see what all the commotion was about. After going to our favorite spots and of course waiting for all the ferries to pass by as we try and take pictures we made a huge loop back to the chocolate stand. Realizing that Cadbury was giving away free blocks of chocolate we decided to stand in line. As a worker comes down the row she makes us sign waivers saying that they will be able to use films and photos if we are present in them. She told us not to worry we won't become movie stars because if anything it'll be a short clip if we were even in it (haha to her, you'll understand soon). As we approached the Joy Generator, we got excited for a chocolate bar and then something magical happened! We become the stars for a Cadbury commercial. Dead serious. Since Sami and I looked like cute approachable girls they filmed us while we took turns doing the Joy Generator step by step..holding up the several other people in the line behind us HAHA. Luckily enough for us, we got 2 chocolate blocks and then interviewed. The people were so friendly and they said we were perfect for what they were planning on putting together it was even a plus that we were American :) We answered questions, chatted with the film crew and are definitely going back tomorrow for more free chocolate! Sami and I always have the best time together doing the most random stuff, I cannot believe she is leaving me in 3 days!!!! I cannot wait for this film to come out, it will be hysterical. 

"The best flavored chocolate is peppermint because it has a little kick just like me" - The line that will get me famous

From Down Under
Em

Checking Off That Bucketlist

 Hello!

As my time is starting to near the end of the most wonderful 5 months of my life, Ive started to make a bucket list of all the places I need to revisit/visit for the first time before leaving. Seeing as how many people were not home this past week, Sami and I decided to head into Darling Harbour on 12 May 2014 because that was a place on The Bucket List. To bring back good memories we headed to Pontoon to get lunch. Pontoon is where we ate all on orientation when we wanted a cheap solid meal. This time, like usual we got Caesar salads. Since the way restaurants work in Sydney you have to go up and get your own forks and knives..well as I was headed up to get my utensils a seagull dove down and decided to eat my salad, next thing I know I see Sami protecting the salads while birds swarm her head. We made a huge scene in the restaurant but at least we provided the customers with free entertainment. To save our self from more embarassment as soon as we were done lunch we headed out. We chatted over our salads about other things on our list. We decided to cross one more thing off the list and head to the Queen Victoria Building ("All I have to say is clock"). This building was beautiful and  had the greatest stores including Valentino and Versace :) After that we headed back home and had a relaxing night. 

Friday 13 May 2014 was another relaxing day until the real fun started at night. The girls and I planned on staying in that night to play a simple game but things quickly changed. Next thing I knew I had 20 people in the apartment for pre-drinks and was convinced to go to Side Bar with the crew. After dancing our booties off a little in Side Bar we headed to Scubar, since it was lame we headed down to Scruffy Murphys where it was poppin! We all sweated so much that night because of all the dancing we did. Unfortunately, I almost got into a physical altercation with an mid-aged woman on the dance floor but it was soon broken up. Typical me. After sweating enough for the night we decided to call it a night and head back home. Walking past so many Kebab places I was bound to get some food, luckily I only got a slice of pizza..literally amazing! Upon arriving home and cleaning up a little, Rachel and Lucjan came home with Mcdonald's and they were kind enough to share some french fries with me. After that I quickly went to bed!

Today is rainy and cross but Sami, Libby and I are planning on going to Luna Park tonight which should be fun!

From Down Under

Em

Should've Would've Could've

Today I SHOULD have been leaving for Thailand but no.

Today I COULD have been leaving for Fiji or Bali but of course not.

Here I am in my apartment taking a final in the morning and then continuing to hang out with me myself and I until all my roommates come home from all their wonderful adventures later this week. It's so fun to be me. Not. 


From Down Under
Em

StuVac Party Weekend

Hello!

Long time, no blogging..I have lots to catch you up on!

The week of June 2 was my last week of classes! I had three classes that week and one final so I am officially done Spanish. Since classes are done, it is now the study vacation period. Unfortunately, I am not going to Thailand anymore which makes me sad but I know there is good reason. I have two more finals left and then I have officially finished my study abroad semester. This semester has got to be one of the best semesters of my college life. I made so many great friends and had so many amazing memories.

Wednesday June 4, I had my Spanish final, which was pretty easy if I do say so myself. After my Spanish final Sami and I planned on going to the Westfield Tower to get a cocktail in the 360 rotating bar to see all of Sydney. The cocktail was not very good but the view made up for it. It was a nice relaxing Wednesday night. After arriving home, Kelley and I were the only ones home so we watched Titanic and Bad Neighbours. 

Thursday June 5, Sami and I went on a souvenir shopping spree. We headed to Paddy's Market to get souvenirs for everyone back home. I have one or two more presents to get and I am done buying things for everyone! After I got home ate dinner and relaxed, Sami texted me saying she was upstairs with Samm and Philip pre-drinking. She invited me up so I went. I had no intentions of going out that night but some how Samm convinced me and I ended up at Scubar with the crew. On Thursdays Scubar is usually packed because it is the neon party but literally no one was there but Lewis and Gregor. After dancing for a little the girls and I decided to head home after getting kebabs (my first Kebab yet!)

Lets just say Friday June 6 did not go as planned. The girls (Sami, Alli, Libby and I) decided to go to Argyle that night because we had free entry and free drink cards thanks to our girl Rachel. Sami got lost trying to get a picture of the Opera House and she got stuck on a fence. Alli had no money for a cab so Ash had to give her money that night because she didn't want to leave with us. Libby and I ended up eating chicken nuggets from Aporto because we were stuck in traffic and took our taxi driver to let us out. At Aporto some girl tried to tell me my American accent was fake and we got into a heated disagreement. Argyle: 5 Em: 0

Saturday June 7 was a rough one. All day we all were recovering from our wild adventures the night before. Thankfully, Sami and I went to MadMex our typical rough weekend lunch spot. You can never go wrong with a MadMex burrito. Saturday was not too eventful because of the way I felt. But after going to the grocery store, making chicken noodle soup and eating dinner with Sami and Alli we got motivated and got ready to go to Marquee with everyone in the building. I hosted the pre drinks and the crew (Jackie, Samm, Philip, Libby, Alli and I) stayed back a couple minutes after the other crew left because we felt as though it was too early to go to Marquee. Finally making our way out the door in our very cute outfits we got taxis and made it to Marquee. Thanks to TEAN Christine, we got free entry. Marquee this time around was not as eventful or as fun as the time Nicole and I stayed there until 5 am LOL. Sami, Charlotte, Jackie and I made our way home while stopping at Mcdonalds half way home. Typical me, taking about 20 ketchup packets and using every single one. I love my Ketchup.

Today, Sunday June 8, has been yet another relaxing/catching up on sleep day. I slept a lot and ate another burrito LOL except for this time it was with Rachel since we are the only ones here. Kelley and her friend Mary are in Bali/Cairns/Byron Bay and Nicole is in Thailand. I started the new season of Orange Is The New Black, cleaned up my bedroom and the kitchen. So far today has been uneventful as well. Today marks my 3 weeks left in Australia, I really never want to leave I love it here so much.

Miss you all! 

From Down Under
Em