Whelp, another boring week in the lives of three lonely, jobless ladies living in queenstown. Don't get me wrong, we find ways to entertain ourselves, but there is only so much you can do on a zero budget. For the past week, we have used our creativity and wits to get us through our days. Some highlights include: tramping adventures, job attempts/trials, and band rehearsals.
Our new home is conveniently located near several tramping (hiking) trails that weave all over the area. On one of our tramps, Mari led us on a long trail that seemed to get more and more scarce as we walked. We kept asking her if she knew where she was going but, she reassured us with a famous quote , “Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.” I am surprised we didn't get lost on this trek! During our little adventure, the trail got a little steep and as I was trying to concentrate on my footing, I caught a glimpse of Mari slip and grab onto a tree for her dear life. It was so steep that it seemed as if she was hanging off a cliff! Thank god, she was alright and after a solid 2 minute laugh, we carried on our journey. We jumped rocks to cross a stream, ducked under tree limbs, and climbed down boulders as the sun was going down, rushing to get home before it got too dark. Luckily, Mari was right and led us home just in time.
As for the Job hunt, we have had a little luck! Mari got a call back from a restaurant located in a hotel a couple days ago and after a trial shift, she was offered the job and will start this Thursday! Liz got a call back from an internet cafe position and went in for a second interview. Apparently, Liz wasn't bubbly enough for the job, who would've thought? Me, on the other hand, haven't had much luck but, as the winter season gets closer, more jobs will open up.
After a long week of job hunting, we decided to clear our minds and bring out our musical talents! Our flat mate, Johnny, set up rockband in the living room and after a couple songs, we were pros! For all you that do not know, shame on you, rock band is a playstation video game, there are actually a set of drums, guitars, and a microphone that are hooked up to the t.v. After each of us trying out a different instrument we stuck with Mari on the bass, Liz on the guitar, and me on the drums, we were on our way to making hits one song at a time. We even recruited our flat mates, Johnny and Mosh, who brought the vocals. We got so into it that we had band meetings, which really brought the house together! Who would have thought that a virtual band would be our common ground...
Saturday, finally a night out on the town, or so we thought. We took our time getting ready for the evening and started to have a couple drinks while we played some card games in our room, I guess rock band didn't do complete wonders... We decided not to go to town because we couldn't afford it, but made plans to go to Johnny's sister's party instead. The party didn't start until midnight and poor Mari just couldn't hack it. After usually going to bed around 10pm each night, Mari just couldn't handle staying up any later. This will have to be worked on since when people go out here in Queenstown they do not go home till at the earliest sunrise! As she was tucking into bed, liz and I were just leaving. However, we just weren't up to kiwi standards, Liz and I were home sleeping by 6am while the rest of the party continued until 5pm the next day!
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