WA: Wait Awhile
One of the first Australian lingo I learned when I landed in Perth International Airport was Wait Awhile. The lady who picked us up told me that WA does not only stand for Western Australia but it stands for Wait Awhile, referring to the laid back lifestyle in Perth. So far it has been good, taking things slowly at one time. Although there are so many tasks to be done, I take my time to do them instead of rushing. Visiting places, meeting new people, eating good food, shopping, settling enrollment and administrative tasks are what I have been doing for the past two weeks that I have been here.
The first few days were difficult because of some complications but as the days go by, the Lord's grace has been sufficient and I was able to overcome them. There are still alot of things to settle but I just wanted to take a breather and update my cobweb infested site.
Internet here makes me regret taking Streamyx for granted. Here you have fast connection but it is limited bandwidth. For my first time connection, I paid AUD29 for 2GB!!! I've recharged now, and it was AUD49 for 4GB. So that means no uploading photos or downloading dramas. How upsetting is that!
But other things keep me busy. I'm glad I made so many Malaysian and Singaporean friends. For the first time, I'm not so hooked to the Internet. I actually have a social life! LOL. Everyday I'm out doing something. Last week I went to the beach 3 times in a week! The water is so clear compared to Malaysian beaches and the beach is more cleaner. I love the skies in Perth. At night the stars shine brilliantly along with the moon. In the morning, the blue skies are either dotted with marshmallow like clouds or just an endless blanket of blue. I have yet to capture the magnificent sunsets. My initial plan of documenting my life in Perth through lenses did not work out because of the busyness. Maybe after class started I can do that.
Budgeting will be something I have to learn here. Food is pricey and so is transportation. Lucky I know some friends with cars. Can't imagine life without proper transportation.
Do I miss Malaysia? Sometimes. But I really do love Perth. I'm glad I came. Its gonna be a year of fun, studies, love, friendship, God and life!
