Quay Took My Breath Away

Day 1 in Sydney has come and gone!

After checking into my hostel I spent the morning exploring Sydney, walking the streets and checking things out. Initial impression- I like it. I like it a lot! Central City is basically like any other city; it is a metropolitan area with lots of people, shops, buildings, etc. Nothing too surprising. But then I headed towards the water- I literally stopped breathing as I approached Circular Quay.  The view of the Sydney Bridge and the Opera House, both sitting against the blue ocean water with sunlight glistening off of it and fluffy cotton-ball clouds floating in the sky, was just incredible. I fell in love. Seriously, standing there taking in the view was complete bliss. I will post pictures later. They won't do the moment justice, but they are still stunning.

I got very hot walking around, so I shed my jacket and proceeded in my tank. Funny thing was that everyone else were bundled up in sweaters, scarves and coats. I literally was the ONLY person walking around in summer attire. It was 60 degrees out, and anyone from Cuse knows that 60 degrees is summer! But these Aussie folk don't know that, so I imagine I looked pretty crazy to them.

Oh! And I had a job interview at the Summit Restaurant, an upscale bar and restaurant located on the 47th floor of a tower with a stunning 360 view of the city (look it up, its way cool). It's an awesome place to go to dine, nonetheless to work at! So Tuesday I have a trial night, where I will basically be trained and they will decide whether or not they want to officially hire me. Fingers crossed all goes well! I would be thrilled to work there- I mean who wouldn't be? And when I say 360 view I mean that the whole restaurant actually turns slow motion, so you just sit and enjoy yourself and take in the whole city.  It actually took me off guard because I only noticed occasionally that we were moving, and it was so slight that I wondered if it was in my mind or really happening. It almost felt like I had drunk head spins (not that I've ever been drunk...). So hopefully I won't get motion sickness at this place! Still, I am psyched that I got a job interview in less than 24 hr of being in Sydney. Yes, I am patting myself on the back.