In the evening we took part in a dinner with the a number of our neighbors, residents of our appartment building (La Trobe House). Kristina and Magnus organized the get together and provided some wonderful food including a variety of meets on the barbie. It was one of the most enjoyable and engaging times Susan and I have had. It was a wonderful experience. At the table outside in the courtyard there were individuals from the US (that would be us - lower case), Sweeden, central China, Australia (Melbourne), Austria and Egypt. Austria and Egypt are actually a couple who live in the UK (for the past 19 years). Lots of wine and amazing conversation, people learning English and those who spoke a number of different versions of English. We were all seeking common ground. Everyone was curious and the range of perspectives, experiences, cultures and outlooks was marvelous. We all learned alot about eachother and the worlds we come from - politics, healthcare, travel, education, television, families and food. It seems that is what the essence of an experience like this should be.
Susan and I are on for the dinner next week - I think we'll go for something New Orleans and bring a bit more flair to the conversation.
A Red-rumped Parrot. There was a bunch of them on campus yesterday. Don't know why I've become so fascinated with birds?
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