Having spent the majority of our trip on the East Coast partying, exploring and err…partying, we flew over to the West Coast. Thinking Australia couldn’t get any more expensive, we landed in Perth. Arriving in Perth, it was cold and wet but refreshing to be in a new place. We spent the next few months working -yes, I haven’t forgotten how. We were worked in a swimming pool shop testing water samples and selling chemicals - might be a bit of a stretch to add chemist to my resume now! To relieve the stress of working an almost full time job (I said, almost) we escaped to some beautiful beaches, went on trips to gorgeous islands, wineries and some 4 wheel driving - and yes Mum, i wore my seatbelt. My first Christmas away from home,
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