Hardware Failures

It’s been a busy month! Sadly, my beloved iBook is suffering a possibly terminal affliction whilst my phone has given up on cellular communications and has decided to pursue a career as a Geiger counter impersonator. This has been a bit awkward but life goes on (the fear of living without a mobile is greater than the reality).

I welcomed the new year at the Belgian Beer Cafe (question answered, Penny :-), which has a huge beer garden that, although not as impressive as Munich’s finest, provided a more-than-adequate venue. The inclusive beer all night helped too!

I’ve done a little bit of travelling around Victoria too. I visited the Dandenong Hills a couple of weeks ago; a relaxing retreat just outside the city. To live in Victoria and not see the Great Ocean Road would be a tragedy and I fully intend on exploring the entire length of the road at some point. Recently I made it just a few kilometres along the coast, first to Torquay for a traditional Aussie Day barbie, then along the Great Ocean Road to Lorne. My exposure to Aussie surf culture on the trip must have been too great as I even bought a hoodie. I fit right in now.