In Response to the DVD Adam Sent

Okay, here are my responses to your questions and comments from when Adam got you on video back around Easter (in order of appearance):

Jon - the cushion and duck figurine were quite fascinating! I'll be sure to hook you up with all of the Aussie slang so you know what's going on.

Tree - beer pong? a fluke? I think not. Danielle and I were destined to beat you and Adam.

Ryan - ah, I miss all you guys, too! The party looked like a great time, and I'm excited to celebrate your 21st when I'm in the Indy area.

Mike - I'm not sure about what you were talking to Adam about when Jon got you on video, but regardless, miss ya, man!

Ali - hey, girl! Glad you're enjoying your summer! Can't wait to see you!

Dick - there was one time when I was laying on this really beautiful beach with fine, white sand, a warm breeze and a cloudless sky when I thought about how much fun I COULD be having in Alaska. I just wanted you to know that.

Feras - hey, buddy! How did C&IT430 go for ya?

Jason - when I watched your part of the video I was so jealous of your being at the Hookah Bar. Oh, man, do I miss that place! Any way, I can't tell you how many times people have asked me about which way the water spins when you flush the toilet in Australia. To quell everyone's deep need to know the truth, expect a video; this is the only way to truly explain how it works Down Under.

Alex - yes, winter approaches in Australia as summer approaches in Indiana. Very clever observation, mister. Here's the thing: winters here are 60s=70s. Hehe!

Karan & Ed - oh, it was wonderful to hear from you guys! It was great to hear the happy barks of your pups, haha! Australia has been absolutely amazing and your son's visit was the high light!

Toni - 51 girls for DOIT?! That's awesome! I can't wait to see the t-shirt designs! Glad to hear the Etiquette Dinner went well - better luck with the numbers next year - it's so hard to tell how it'll be each year. I'm sure Jen is working wonders as the new WIT President! See you in the fall!

Sean - Leshney! I miss you! Glad to hear you'll be at Purdue for another semester with me! Australia has been great! Don't worry, I've not puked in any cars. I double pinky promise.

Jordan - Okay, you and Jared were hilarious on that video! Your Kermit impression cracks me up EVERY time! Oh, I miss you, Gibby.

Jared - How were those cookies that Jordan offered you? I'm sure they were very special. Hope sleeping on the couch that night wasn't too rough on things between you and Jordan, haha. All kidding aside, I can't wait to see you in Orlando this summer! Oh, I think Old Greg is still the reigning king of Internet Videos. Those pandas have nothing on Old Greg. "Do yeh lev meh?"

Pirita - I must say that I almost cried from laughing so hard when I watched your bit of the video! I miss you so much, girl! I'll be at Purdue on the 8 and 9 of July - we MUST go see The Wanted! I don't know how much of an Australian accent I'll bring back with me, but I have picked up a couple of phrases that I can share with you. Oh, it wasn't me you guys saw Cloverfield with - I haven't seen that movie yet.

Nick - you looked fabulous the day Adam got you on video, I must say. Brad's right in that you look like a hippie. You and Pirita cracked me up when I saw the video - oh, man! I miss you two goofs! We have to hang out on 8-9 July!

Sam - awe, I miss you muchos! I hope you had a nice Easter - I sure wish I could have been there. I'm sure grandma's hors d'oeuvres were delicious! Can't wait to take you out for that movie when I get back in town!

Chucky - I've decided you are taking me out for a ride on that bike of yours. Pretty mean lookin' machine you got there. TWENTY-NINE! AHH! By the way, I totally can't wait for snow!

Grandma & Grandpa - awe, I like the "Brissie Girl" nickname! I'm glad you have been enjoying my blog. It's been a great tool not only for sharing my adventure with those back home but also to help me record my journeys and thoughts. Inga, from Norway, has been a wonderful friend - we are planning to visit one another sometime in the next few years. School has been good here - two more exams to go and the semester is over, can you believe it?! The wine Adam brought me from you guys was some of the best wine I've ever had! It was SO good! Ask Adam, I was raving about it when we had dinner at Ouzeri, a really great Mediterranean diner. I still have the second bottle. I'm going to share it with Inga and her mom when she visits in a week or so.

Mom - your mani and pedi looked fantastic! We should treat ourselves when we have our mother/daughter evening together! I love the jewelry you had on during the video - very chic! We must do yoga when I get back! I'm practically craving it!

Mom & Dad - yes, my boy-friend is something, isn't he, going around and video-taping all of my friends and family. I'm a lucky girl. I really missed you all on Easter - I hope you had some good eatins' for me, too! Haha, the newfy towel is perfect for you, Pops! Dawn was right in that sometimes an unplanned adventure turns out to be the best kind - Tasmania was one of my very favorite parts of my stay in Australia! Time does indeed fly - I'll be home in just a couple of weeks!

Adam - thank you so much for putting together the video for me. You're incredible, and I love you more than words will ever say. XOXO

-Amanda