I must admit I felt my stress levels rise and it took me a while to adjust to the big city of Brisbane. Perhaps it is something that happens to all of us- we change to our environments. Move anyone from the city to the country and I guarantee they will become genteel folk. But there are still plenty of generous, loving people where ever you go..............
Settling into our friends- Mark & Kirrily- newly purchased home in Graceville, we sat in the backyard enjoying the shade of a big tree and a crisp chardonnay (unwooded of course). Friends make you feel relaxed, a little part of home. That was until Kirrily said- “whatever happens this weekend, just remember we will always be good friends”. I must admit I was a bit scared by this rather odd comment, but just put it down to the fact that she is now a ‘Queenslander’ and they are all a little ‘different’ up here.
But, all was revealed at about 10pm- the back door opened to the strains of Macarthur Park (Leisa’s favourite song, as my friends know only too well), and out came the ‘gay boys’ from Sydney, dressed in drag, carrying a pink cake (if you know the words to Macarthur Park you understand). There were tears- both from laughter and fright. I guess what did I expect- Robin did wear my bikini once........ I knew we were in for a fun weekend.
We woke on Saturday and readied ourselves for a day at Sea World. Six big kids on a quest to have FUN.
Dolphins, Sea World
Sea World did not disappoint. First stop was food to assist the hangovers, then the Pirate Ship ride. Not good when you have just eaten. No vomiting, but I must admit to a little dry reaching..... The water rides were the favourites all round. The Bermuda Triangle, the best by far, even though a little scary.... maybe alot scary, to the point my pubes went straight...... but then it was time for the Seal Show. Lame is the only word that comes to mind here. Same for the water ski show. The dolphins didn’t disappoint though- both the show and the dolphins sheer magic to watch.
Arriving home, we all showered (not together) and got ready for a night on the town. Buddha Bar first for some cocktails and shots and then off to the Wickham- packed to the rafters with men. Men who like men- but a dam good perve none the less. Met a Shaman who can see your animal spirit guide- Robin is an earthworm, Kirrily is a funnel web spider............ as I said, they are all a little ‘different’ up here...... Some funky moves on the dance floor, before heading home for BED. Sunday was a quiet day- except
Robin, Kiz and Osman on the Bermuda Triangle ride
for the laughter on remembering our antics from the night before.
We have discovered this is a generous neighbourhood. Not being able to fit our camper down Mark & Kirrily’s driveway (dam Jacaranda tree), we had it parked in the next street. On Monday, while retrieving more clothes and supplies, we were approached by one of the neighbours. They were curious as to who owned the ‘beast’, but also offered to keep a watchful eye over her. Dora (AKA the beast) is now safely nestled in ‘Jan’s backyard’- a truly generous offer. Jan has noticeably recently gone through chemotherapy, but received ‘good news’ last Friday. The street have been looking out for her- apparently there are many single (older) women close by, and they make sure everyone is OK. We know all the local gossip and managed to introduce Mark & Kiz around.
Today we are pottering ‘at home’- planning future adventures and a dinner for our kind hosts tonight.
Killer dolphins, Sea World
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