free:art

Right now in Sydney, the 17th Annual Biennale of Sydney is taking place. Every two years, art from around the world is show-cased throughout Sydney and Cockatoo Island. We had the privilege of spending most of last weekend on Cockatoo Island soaking up the very industrial, very abandoned vibes of this fantastic place filled to the brim with historical significance.

After taking approximately 2000 pictures, both our cameras and our bodies were in need of rest and relaxation. This weekend found us wandering through Darling Harbour, listening to the sounds of the Jazz & Blues Festival and enjoying an impromptu rain storm, followed by a luscious sunset.

rain:rain

As I looked out toward the cityscape from my 11th floor cubicle this week, I was witness to gorgeously warm sunshine and fast moving fluffy white clouds: heaven. The moment I stepped out of my mammoth office building, the rain began. It was just a sprinkle at first, but after some dinner and a concert, it turned into a pure unhindering torrent.

After 45 minutes of searching, we found an available taxi and made our way home. Having convinced myself that our apartment was floating away, I was pleasantly surprised that everything was intact and dry.

The city is recovering today from the up to 88mm of rain that fell last night. The reprieve allowed us the opportunity to venture out to Newtown, go to the library and visit the market. It is a beautiful day after all. The picture above is a panorama of a street in Newtown. I love the flamboyant use of color on these very old majestic buildings.

happy anniversary

I realize that anniversaries typically celebrate the one year milestone, but in this case, despite the small tenure, there is plenty of cause for celebration. Not only did we actually travel from the USA to Sydney, but we managed to use thrift, imagination, and determination to stake out the beginnings of a new life. I also got a job to boot! Yesterday was our two month anniversary in Sydney and I am still amazed at how it feels like a century, yet at the same time, it feels so short. I hope we get the opportunity to celebrate many other milestones is a city that is big and clean and lovely and fascinating. Here's to life! Cheers!