Today has been one of those days. A lot has happened in what feels like a very small space of time. It has been a long, but equally short day.
One minute I was in bed, thinking about getting up and beginning my day. The next I was up and actually doing my day. It's funny how sometimes life can be like that isn't it? There are days which just go by so so slowly and others that seem to just zoom by. Is that something to do with our mood do you think? I have no idea. All I know was that today was one of those days in the latter category.
I was up at around 6 am; I am staying on a small island where the ferries leave early and is around 2 hours from the city of Brisbane. So an early start was needed if I wanted to make anything out of the day. After getting to grips with my sea legs, I jumped on a bus. This is where I really began to people watch - A favorite hobby of mine. All sorts of different people joined me on the journey. It was strange to think that these people's paths would even cross at all. Even though just for a short bus journey. I love a bit of diversity though. It keeps things interesting. Which is very important for the spices of life.
One character caught me though. He was very quirky. He had clearly just become smitten with somebody. It was apparent by the way he held is phone a mere 3 inches from his face (this annoyed me, I'm not sure why) and had that stupid smile on his face. You know that one... And I thought how funny it is the way we make it so damn obvious that we have fallen or are in the process of falling from someone. I could tell this kid had and he was a complete stranger.
He also did a funny little 'chair jig' to whatever music he was listening to. Incredibly amusing.
After my people watching though, I did find myself in the City. Another place where I hadn't really known what I was expecting, but was in utter awe of.
The buses are on an underground system, which is fabulous for avoiding city traffic. There are statues and sculptures on almost every corner. And the street entertainment was awesome too. Watching a guy sit and make spray painted master pieces was a great way to end the day.
I did also manage to enjoy my first City beverage today too. Sitting in the center of the promenade with a cold Rekorderlig Cider on ice. Enjoying the moment with a few friends and taking in all there was.
Plus being a tourist, I did make a trip to the tourist information. The lady in there was lovely, so interested in what the plans were and giving plenty of help and recommendations too. And of course, I had to do a little more of what I do best... Shopping!
I had realized my outfits where not really suited to the heat here. It was an investment, honestly. And the lovely girl in one store, who reminded me somewhat of Paloma Faith, (Even her face resembled) was really sweet. I'm not sure I could work with her all day. I think shes a tad too eccentric, even for me. But in a small dose, she was adorable!
But this was where my day was made the most I think...
Two girls in the shopping center, in a row, commented on my hair. Correctly.
I have been waiting for somebody to say it of their own accord and today it happened.
'I'm loving your Mermaid hair.' and Oh my 'God it looks like My Little Pony!'.
I think I love Brisbane.
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