25 / 12

Didn't have party last night, but this morning I went to Bondi Beach with Amy. Seems something big was gonna happen in Bondi, so crowded on the beach ! And in the building Bondi Pavilion the techno music was playing so loud in the daytime. I saw many beautiful people laying on the beach, jumping forth and back in the water, or surfing on the waves ... some blondes even took off the top bikini, which was so wild. I met Patti in Bondi. We were like good friends who haven't seen each other long time, even we hang out only few days in the beginning of May. At night, I had dinner at home with her and her friends, Megumi, Dustin and Katie. They were all nice and funny people with whom I haven't felt so relax since I came to Sydney. We went to Opera House after dinner to see the night view, and bumped into Lawrence, Takeshi and their friends there.

24 / 12

Christmas Eve tonight. I walked in the city the whole afternoon. There were so much discount at every shop in the city. I bought a skirt, only AUD6.95. I was looking for a dress, but after seeing all kinds of them, I gave up. I didn't know what made me so want a dress. I wasn't even that into going to night club tonight. Everyone on the street wore a santa claus red hat and even put on the santa outfit. I heard Christmas songs everywhere, except for the Apple i Store, which was playing Beetles' classic songs during my stay there. So warm.
Me, Amy and Lawrence, we went Darling Harbour to see so far the biggest fireworks. It was really huge and magnificent, especially we sat very close to the exploration position, it was just amazing. After fireworks, we went to St. Marry, meet some friends, then we home.
I didn't go to night club with Jessica. I was afraid of the lost and loneliness after dancing all night, I guess. I didn't wanna be alone tonight, but after all, I found myself couldn't really belong to anywhere. I'd better go sleep and leave the night behind.

23 / 12

It was cloudy this morning, we passed beach. Got up early, then I tried to find myself something to do. In the end I went check Glebe and Newtown. Walked towards to the western side of Sydney. The people was getting varied and there were more and more exotic restaurants. It wasn't too bad on the way to Glebe, but the strange weather, cloudy and sunny, made me depressed. I didn't go to Newtown in the end. Fortunately, I found a tasty tea shop on Broadway Rd., HAPPYLEMON. I tried milk tea with bubble and puff cream,  the texture was a bit gross but still tasted fantastic. It was the best bubble tea I've tried in Sydney. Good drink always made me happy.

22 / 12

Today I met Amy, Maki, Andre and Christine. We went to I-Taiwan restaurant first to have some snacks and bubble tea, then went Dim Tai Fang to have dinner. The food was great, and it should have been nice to meet up these friends ; but I didn't really enjoy it. It was like just eating. Something should have existed between us was not there, or it was me, who wasn't there.

21 / 12

This morning went to Wildlife with Lawrence and Sam. After seeing Cairns Tropical Zoo and Australia Zoo, this indoor zoo couldn't interest me anymore. But the ad. on the wall saying "the largest crocodile in the world" still caught my attention. The first display was a serial of butterflies. They also have very precious Ulysses. Its bright blue and huge swallow wings were really stunning. Then we saw many kinds of snakes, spiders, lizards and Australia animals : koala, kangaroo, wallaby, wombat, cassowary, ext.. In the end, we saw a croc, it was huge and very close, but not that breathtaking as the slogan said. I think I was spoiled by the horror monster movie.

20 / 12

Dramatic day for moving in my new share house.
This morning I left Heart's house and carried everything heading to Jessica (my new owner)'s house. After I arrived at Miramar Building, Jessica told me that she made a mistake that my bed had been rented to another backpacker and she didn't remember until today. But soon she arranged another bed for me in a 4 shared room, which was very crowded, no privacy at all, but I couldn't do anything with it. In addition, there were 10 people in this house, gals and guys, suitcase and backpack everywhere. I so felt like in a jell. After I put all my stuff on the bed and in the wardrobe, Jessica, once again told me that my bed was double booked too.

19 / 12

Today still didn't have any plan. After lunch, I went out trying to find a quiet place for reading novel. Luckily, it was very sunny this afternoon. I walked to Circular Quay, sat near a didgeridoo street performer which I think the best in this area. I started reading, but soon the warm sun made me so sleepy. 1 chapitre after, I closed up the book and went check Museum of Contemporary Art. There was a photograph display, which looked very interesting and just well caught my attention. It was Annie Leibovitz's exhibition. Stayed for a while in the souvenir shop, read her albums, then I bought a postcard on which there are John Lennon embracing his wife Ono.

18 / 12

Still felt not hungry at all at midday.
Went to King of Comic without having lunch. I found they have more new manga : Kenshin, Antique Bakery ... such classic representatives in my high school life. I so wanna collect them all for souvenir and for improving my English. It can always get a fresh feeling to read a story translated to another language, and it's fun to imagine how people around the world see the world I've been believing.
Couple of hours later, I went home and continued reading the novel. The chapitre of skinning a soldier. After dinner, I really wanna have some desserts so I went Coles to buy 2 packs of chocolate biscuits. Felt so happy to spoil myself a little bit, but soon I felt regret spending money again.
Chilling out all night in front of computer, reviewing all the movies in my hard disk. Couldn't be more bored and lonely at this moment. I wonder if there is someone who needs my company or who can give me some company.

 

17 / 12

The weather seemed no good when I woke up this morning. We canceled Coogee Beach, instead, I met up with Kohei and Andre - since they bumped into each other somewhere in Sydney - at a 10-dollars Korean buffet restaurant. The food there was so good beyond my expectations, but the best thing was that I could once again sit with these guys and had lunch together in Sydney ! Andre was so funny and talkative as usual, and he has got a new iphone. Kohei looked more colorful but still remained his otaku style. After the buffet, I brought them to Observatory, then Andre needed bubble tea and pancake urgently.

16 / 12

Went to Botanic Garden this morning to join a free tour with Audrey. Then, after having sushi rolls for lunch we went to Observatory. It started raining at noon. When we arrived at Observatory, the rain became heavier, so we were just stuck there for quite long time. I kinda enjoyed the rainy day. Staying inside and looking at the pouring rain outside the window gave me a peaceful and warm feeling.

15 / 12

I found a new place to stay on Gum tree. I think I was very lucky, coz all the ads said they rent at minimum 1 month. The owner of my new place said that too at the beginning. However, after I explain how urgently I need a room, and I can even pay more for the living share, the owner accepted me for staying just 2 weeks. The bed was put in the living room, but she put some kinda curtain to cover it so I would still have some privacy. I still have a wardrobe on the balcony. Seemed lucky enough. Basically, it was similar to the place I stayed in Heart's house, but cheaper. I'm so ready to move in on next Monday.

14 / 12

Today I went to Bondi Beach with Audrey. It was sad to know that Audrey was gonna leave Sydney this Saturday morning, even we all understand after all we have to leave, can't be staying here forever.

13 / 12

Today took a long walk to North Shore.

12 / 12

It was difficult for me to quit smoking. Was eager to light up a cigarette at the moment of feeling lonely, or being alone. I couldn't help wonder, if it's easy for smoker to feel lonely ? and that's why they wanna smoke ?

11 / 12

Today around 12, I got a phone call from a cafe for interview and tryout.

10 / 12

My saving is decreasing, and I haven't got any job yet. Few days ago I found there were only 4 dollars in my wallet, then I decided not to withdraw cash until next week. This was definitely a big challenge for me.

09 / 12

No plan today. Got up very late. Had a brunch then went library to used internet. I found there were some interesting exhibitions on the 2nd floor. As I didn't have special plan and need to kill some time, I went check them out. The expo were free, and I really enjoyed the displays of Kahili Gibran. He was an artist, writer, both of his artworks were full of emotion. I especially like his face series, very impressed. There was another display about some photographs of beach, bush and bettler, but the date for the display was a mistake, I have to wait until next year in January.
I spent the whole night on internet, looking for jobs, then got an interview tomorrow at Rose Bay. I had no idea where the Rose Bay was. According to the map, it looked very far from the city. Still thinking about going or not.

08 / 12

Got an interview at Darling hurst this morning.
I was surprised  when I got there coz the restaurant hasn't opened yet : they were still doing the decoration inside, but the neighborhood looked stylish and tranquil. The owners are Ben and Eva, very nice Australian people, they were really serious about me and my resume. This was the first time someone had a real interview with me since I left Kuranda. They asked me couple of questions, and seemed satisfied with my experiences and staying time in Sydney (3 months, as I told them). I wasn't sure if they like me, but I really hope they can call me back on Friday. I think I'll stay in Sydney 3 months for sure if I get this job.
Tonight, had a drink with Audrey, Lawrence, Sho and Yoshi at my place. Really enjoyed it. But my owner Heart wasn't happy about this kinda gathering in his house.

07 / 12

I found that so far I went out everyday since I arrived in Sydney. Besides, I hang out with Audrey every day even we only have met once in Fraser Island, what struck me the most was that we, the 2 different cultures people, could get along so well.

06 / 12

This morning I went to Manly Beach with Audrey and her friend Clarisse. Something unbelievable happened while we were waiting for the ferry at Circular Quay : I saw my professor 楊淑娟 in TKU running in front of me ! She was in Australia and she was going to Manly too !! She was also very surprised that we bumped into each other in Australia, but we didn't have time to talk as she needed to catch the upcoming ferry. Then, I saw her waving hands to me before she got on the ferry.

05 / 12

I'm very confused about  recent life, at the age of 25, should have decided the direction of life. Just like the most of my friends, they have stable job, have got married, have a saving ... but I have none of them. David told me there's no need to compare with others, the most important is now how you live, it's always right choice if you're happy at this moment. It doesn't matter how old you are, some people they can't find the direction even they're 40 years old.

04 / 12

Today I was planning to go to beach with Audrey, but it was raining when I woke up in the morning, so we canceled it. I made 2 sandwiches for my brunch, chilled out a bit in my room and then went join free English class in church at 2 o'clock in the afternoon.

03 / 12

It was sunny today.

I was planning to go to Art Gallery of NSW, but when I walked along the Opera House, suddenly I changed my mind to walk the Harbor Bridge. Before getting on the bridge, I passed by the Rocks. This area was definitely my new favourite ! The buildings here looked classic, and they reminded me of the small towns in Czech. Then I found there was a market. The vendors were selling the food and products from different cultures : Chinese, Japan, Germany, etc..

The bridge was magnificent. Some people even paid lots of money to climb it. On the bridge, I saw different aspects of Opera House, and couldn't stop taking pictures. The strange thing was, the Opera House was not that stunning after taking a closer look. It seemed being roofed in beige tiles. However, when I looked at it from far away, the roof was reflecting the sunshine, and it became amazing with its pearl white color !

Tonight I went to Sydney Tower after dinner. The night view was very similar to the one I've seen from the top of Tower 101, but it was still a good place to blank myself out.

02 / 12

Today, suddenly I realized this is the last month in 2010.

Went to Aquarium with Lawrence and Sam. I bought the unlimited adventure pass, which costs me 60 AUD, but it's really a good deal. The aquarium was quite amazing : all kinds of fish and sharks, we even saw the dugong, which was too ugly to imagine why some sailors thought it was mermaid.

After Aquarium, Lawrence and Sam cooked Oyako dan for lunch. I liked staying at their small and cozy place, eating and drinking. This is one of the best part of overseas life.

I would like to go to Sydney Tower even I was tired. I think I was kinda excited for the unlimited pass !

01 / 12

Today, the first day of December.