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Finally home. Last night I laid in bed with a smile on my face and took a deep breath: I had done it. I had successfully completed one semester of study in a foreign country. It felt good - more so to be in my own bed, but yes, I felt accomplished. I can and did do it. I was hoping that when I woke this morning my cough would magicall…
walk·a·bout (wôk'ə-bout') -noun
1. a rite of passage where male Australian Aborigines would undergo a journey during adolescence and live in the wilderness for a period as long as six months.
2. Brad Bender's journey to Australia where he will undergo a five month study abroad learning and living experience - studying Outdoor Recreation at LaTrobe University - Bendigo
PSDon't judge me on my spelling and grammar!
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Finally home. Last night I laid in bed with a smile on my face and took a deep breath: I had done it. I had successfully completed one semester of study in a foreign country. It felt good…
Phoenix Airport, Arizona
So I think it all began on Thursday when I woke up at 10am. After finalizing packing, breaking the bank by spending more than I should have to send my extra stuff hom…
Jalyssa Brummer
Hey Bradley,
Glad to see you are making the most of your study abroad experience!
Keep having fun!
Jalyssa
Christina
I hope you are feeling better and that your trip went well!!! Remember, if you are too scared to live, then you are too scared! I'm so proud of you that you are out in Australia instead of tiny Mount P. You are learning so much more about the world, but more importantly, about yourself. Miss and love you!
Sydney
I havn't even tried driving yet and your getting an australian drivers licence??????????? Go you!
I'll have to try it, and I kind of want an Aussie licence just as a souvenire haha!
Aunt Kathy
Hey Bradley,
It looks like you're having a great time! Thanks for all the pictures and updates. The girls and I have been enjoying it! Be safe. Love ya.
Aunt Kathy
Lisa
Oh Brad, I know you are making quite an impact on the people there in Australia. I think if the US had to send anyone over there for a liaison, you would be the best choice. I love the blogs and can't wait for a new one. Have fun! Miss you!
Lori
Wow, you have learned a lot already in such a short time and I am sure the Australian people will learn tons from you. Have fun my friend, and keep us posted. :)
Lauren
I really hope you didn't say crap about sororities, I'm planning on going to Australia one day. :P We miss you! I'm glad to hear you're having a good time.
Alyssa
Wow. I guess it's true that you never really know how other people live until you're thrown into their mix. I guess if you think about it, Halloween is a rather interesting tradition with children going to strangers houses for candy. But you never really think about it until someone that knows nothing about it asks you.
I hope you're having a great time in Australia! 3rd Floor misses you!
Christina A-fricken-mazing!
re: photo from 29 April 2010Christina What an amazing way to spend your 21st :)
re: Christchurch, New ZealandChristina I hope you are feeling better and that your trip went well!!! Remember, if you are too scared to live, then you are too scared! I'm so proud of you that you are out in Australia instead of tiny Mount P. You are learning so much more about the world, but more importantly, about yourself. Miss and love you!
re: Bendigo, VictoriaTroy Bolton It is Bogan, not Bogin :)
re: Bendigo, VictoriaSydney I havn't even tried driving yet and your getting an australian drivers licence??????????? Go you! I'll have to try it, and I kind of want an Aussie licence just as a souvenire haha!
re: Bendigo, VictoriaSydney Sneakers!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Sorry the night was a bit rough, but I know what you mean!
re: Bendigo, VictoriaLisa Oh Brad, I know you are making quite an impact on the people there in Australia. I think if the US had to send anyone over there for a liaison, you would be the best choice. I love the blogs and can't wait for a new one. Have fun! Miss you!
re: Bendigo, VictoriaLori Wow, you have learned a lot already in such a short time and I am sure the Australian people will learn tons from you. Have fun my friend, and keep us posted. :)
re: Bendigo, VictoriaLauren I really hope you didn't say crap about sororities, I'm planning on going to Australia one day. :P We miss you! I'm glad to hear you're having a good time.
re: Bendigo, VictoriaBen Very cool Brad, looks like the trip of a lifetime.
re: Bendigo, VictoriaChristina SNAKE!!
re: photo from 13 February 2010Alyssa Wow. I guess it's true that you never really know how other people live until you're thrown into their mix. I guess if you think about it, Halloween is a rather interesting tradition with children going to strangers houses for candy. But you never really think about it until someone that knows nothing about it asks you. I hope you're having a great time in Australia! 3rd Floor misses you!
re: Bendigo, Victoria