So I found a dance studio to get my groove on - Flava Dance. Taking a Funk 2 class every Tuesday night. It's great because they make you sign up for the term (9 weeks) and you can only miss two classes. Makes a great excuse to leave work "on-time" (i.e. 5:30) at least once a week.
Maybe someday I'll find a few other ladies, start a crew and get on America's Next Best Dance Crew...or just become a Beat Freak (they're my favorite).
Friday, July 31, 2009
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Getz Car Commercial
The past two weekends (well really the past month) Mark and I have been attempting to go camping - and for the past month it has rained every at least one day during the weekend. So no camping yet (but we have our hopes up for next weekend and, if not, then the weekend afterward.
We have been able to make the most of it during the one nice day during the weekend. Last weekend we hiked in the Morialta National Park. Unfortunately part of the trail was closed for rebuilding, but we were able to get some great views of the waterfalls and through the canyon. As always, Sally and Keith were joined and we started having a competition for the most koalas spotted. Mark had a keen eye and was able to spot two of them in the trees - Sally had one and Keith also had one...everyone but me. All I was able to spot was a Kookaburra which is one of the state's most populous birds.
Today we took advantage of the fine weather (aka no rain) and headed south. Down to Sellick Beach. It was absolutely wonderful. One of the beaches where you are able to drive along the sand to find the best spot. So of course we took the Getz out to see how it performs in the great outdoors. I've never driven on a beach, but it is similar to driving through soft mud. We drove down as far as possible and then walked along the rest of the beach. Although it wasn't warm enough to go for a swim it was nice to be by the water and start planning for summer. I think so far we have a BBQ planed for every weekend. Which isn't that difficult considering there are BBQs all along the beach for public use. With such a beautiful scenery we couldn't help but make some car commercials - below is the best car commercial snap shot of the girls...
After awhile we noticed that the tide started to creep up on us. We didn't think much of it at first until it was only about 3 or 4 feet away. Then we decided it was about time to get the car back to solid ground before it (and us) floated out into the ocean. Towards the end Mark had to accelerate to beat the tide - it was a close one but the Getz hasn't let us down yet!
We have been able to make the most of it during the one nice day during the weekend. Last weekend we hiked in the Morialta National Park. Unfortunately part of the trail was closed for rebuilding, but we were able to get some great views of the waterfalls and through the canyon. As always, Sally and Keith were joined and we started having a competition for the most koalas spotted. Mark had a keen eye and was able to spot two of them in the trees - Sally had one and Keith also had one...everyone but me. All I was able to spot was a Kookaburra which is one of the state's most populous birds.
Today we took advantage of the fine weather (aka no rain) and headed south. Down to Sellick Beach. It was absolutely wonderful. One of the beaches where you are able to drive along the sand to find the best spot. So of course we took the Getz out to see how it performs in the great outdoors. I've never driven on a beach, but it is similar to driving through soft mud. We drove down as far as possible and then walked along the rest of the beach. Although it wasn't warm enough to go for a swim it was nice to be by the water and start planning for summer. I think so far we have a BBQ planed for every weekend. Which isn't that difficult considering there are BBQs all along the beach for public use. With such a beautiful scenery we couldn't help but make some car commercials - below is the best car commercial snap shot of the girls...
After awhile we noticed that the tide started to creep up on us. We didn't think much of it at first until it was only about 3 or 4 feet away. Then we decided it was about time to get the car back to solid ground before it (and us) floated out into the ocean. Towards the end Mark had to accelerate to beat the tide - it was a close one but the Getz hasn't let us down yet!
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
Because moving around the world wasn't enough
Well I decided that I needed another change in life. Nothing too drastic - just something to mix things up a bit...
So I went to the store and bought a pair of hair dresser scissors - next thing you know I made myself some bangs. I don't think I could tell you the last time I had bangs. Luckily Mark didn't run out of the apartment screaming once it was all over.
So I went to the store and bought a pair of hair dresser scissors - next thing you know I made myself some bangs. I don't think I could tell you the last time I had bangs. Luckily Mark didn't run out of the apartment screaming once it was all over.
Sunday, July 12, 2009
So Far
Almost another month has past and we are still attempting to see everything we can. Winter is in full affect and although it is not as cold as CO, I'm still freezing all the time and can't wait for summer (even if it is over 100 degrees).
The non-ozs (Sally, Keith, Mark and I), took a trip down to Granite Island. A small island off Victor Harbor (a good 1.5 drive from the city). Did some hiking, packed a lunch, saw some penguins and maybe a whale (still not conclusive). The island is a penguin sanctuary where they all come for the night. Posted some pics on flickr - most are of rocks which I somehow really enjoy (makes me think of Simon and Garfunkel, I am a rock...I am an island).
The fourth of July was a bit of a celebration. KPMG held its mid-year bash - black tie, dinner, dancing and a few too many drinks. I must say that there were quite a bit more people dancing than I have ever seen at any other office occasion. There was a live band that wasn't half bad; went from Justin Timberlake to Scissor Sisters in a blink of an eye.
Today Mark and I went hiking in the Belaire National Park (about 20 minutes from the apt). We were expecting to come across two waterfalls for some amazing pics and a nice time relaxing by the water and listening to the splashes. What we did come across were two rock faces with water dribbling down. Not what I would call a waterfall. We figure you have to be there when it is raining for you to really see a waterfall. The hike still had its positives - sighted three koalas sleeping in the trees and one kangaroo hopping about 20 meters from us.
We've started to get back into the groove of a "normal" life. Found a yoga studio next to the office. Mark was able to get a unlimited pass for real cheap so we went as much as possible during the first week and have become addicted. I also found a hip hop class. They don't have any that you can just show up pay $12. Everything is a bit more organized - so I signed up for the term (about 2 months) and have to commit to going every Tuesday night.
Well sorry I haven't written more often - I will try and get better at that. Want to see more photos of me? Check out the link to Mark's Photos...I seem to be in a few of them. Hope all is well where you are.
Ta - H
The non-ozs (Sally, Keith, Mark and I), took a trip down to Granite Island. A small island off Victor Harbor (a good 1.5 drive from the city). Did some hiking, packed a lunch, saw some penguins and maybe a whale (still not conclusive). The island is a penguin sanctuary where they all come for the night. Posted some pics on flickr - most are of rocks which I somehow really enjoy (makes me think of Simon and Garfunkel, I am a rock...I am an island).
The fourth of July was a bit of a celebration. KPMG held its mid-year bash - black tie, dinner, dancing and a few too many drinks. I must say that there were quite a bit more people dancing than I have ever seen at any other office occasion. There was a live band that wasn't half bad; went from Justin Timberlake to Scissor Sisters in a blink of an eye.
Today Mark and I went hiking in the Belaire National Park (about 20 minutes from the apt). We were expecting to come across two waterfalls for some amazing pics and a nice time relaxing by the water and listening to the splashes. What we did come across were two rock faces with water dribbling down. Not what I would call a waterfall. We figure you have to be there when it is raining for you to really see a waterfall. The hike still had its positives - sighted three koalas sleeping in the trees and one kangaroo hopping about 20 meters from us.
We've started to get back into the groove of a "normal" life. Found a yoga studio next to the office. Mark was able to get a unlimited pass for real cheap so we went as much as possible during the first week and have become addicted. I also found a hip hop class. They don't have any that you can just show up pay $12. Everything is a bit more organized - so I signed up for the term (about 2 months) and have to commit to going every Tuesday night.
Well sorry I haven't written more often - I will try and get better at that. Want to see more photos of me? Check out the link to Mark's Photos...I seem to be in a few of them. Hope all is well where you are.
Ta - H
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