Top Three and Summary of Sydney

As our trip reaches its half-way point, I have many different feelings regarding my overall experience. The trip has introduced me to so many new things I never would have thought I would have had the opportunity to experience. I had already stepped out of my normal comfort zone after the first couple days in New Zealand. By lugeing and Ogoing, things I probably wouldn't have done in Merica, I can say that I am starting to increase th range of things I am willing to do. This is one of the the top three things I am proud of myself for doing on this trip.

Another things I can say I am proud of is the fact that I've been more open to communicating with different people. I have been more willing to talk to the locals of the area in addition to being more social with the other people from our district who I did not know prior to this trip. I have built upon friendships that had previously existed and developed completely new ones with some people that I had never talked to in America. My communication and social skills have drastically increased on this trip.

Finally, I am proud of my overall ability to deal with change, take necessary leadership, and adapt to travelling. I have consistently been in the front of our groups and try to hlep us get from one place to another. I have adapted to the new country very well and have grown accustomed to the food, ways of life, cities, and everything else. I am proud of the way I have been dealing with some of the grueling travel schedules we've had. I am proud of everything I have done since coming on this trip and hope to continue my changes in America.

Today in Sydney, we got a more indepth look at the city and the harbor as a whole. We started out the day with a bus tour that took us to the outskirts of the city where we got spectacular views of the skyline and bridge and Opera House. After exploring cliffs and viewing the vast ocean, we made our way to the Opera House where we got a closer view of its beauty. Following lunch by the Opera House, we made our way to ferries and got to experience Sydney from the water. We were given a new perspective of the entire city. When the cruise concluded, we made our way to a Wildlife Preserve where we were fortunate enough to see some of the animals that are unique to Australia. Following another long day, we had a pleasant walk back to our hotel.