The Solo Traveller - Australia - the country DOWN UNDER

Day 0- September 20, 2014

Somewhere in Melbourne, Spring, fresh flowers

Here begins a journey, a journey of self exploration, of being aware of my surroundings and my innnerself . Excited, scared and enthusiastic- funny combibation. Hope it works.

Met a meek, comely Rajasthani girl in the flight. I had changed my seat and sat next to her and she was relieved. It was her first air travel, travelling alone, she was going to study hotel management in New Zealand.She learnt everything from adjusting her seat belt to ordering food in that single day.. If she can be so brave in following her dreams, why can't I.. Good luck to her and to me..!!
 

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