Here are some of the good people of Adelaide whom we will miss. Most of them we met through church, others through schools. Of all the things we'll miss about Australia, I think these new friends rank right on top. To generalize, we found Australians easy going, friendly, down-to-earth, nonpretentious, and possessing great senses of humor. Their ability to laugh at themselves and their relative (to some bits of Ann Arbor culture, that is) noncompetitive natures were truly refreshing traits!
We hosted a BBQ Sunday, May 4 to say good bye to our new Aussie friends. Yes, this get-together was just 48 hours before the shipping co. showed up on our doorstep ready to pick up our boxed belongings, but what can we say other than we're going native. No worries, mate. We did get everything done, though it was a very busy few days.
3 comments:
My goodness! You guys make so many friends where ever you go! No surprise there!
That's great that y'all made so many friends in Australia!
Just keep in mind that we were only in Adelaide for 5 months, so friendships didn't run that deep. Maybe some people came to the BBQ because they felt sorry for us. Actually, Aussies like a good BBQ regardless of whether the host is a good friend or good acquaintance. ;-)
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