Goodbye Melbourne!

I'm going to attempt this whole travel blog thing... I've not been very good at it in the past, but I enjoy the art of writing a lot more now, so we'll see how we go.
My beautiful mother (the best in the world) dropped me off, and stayed with me while I checked in. I was hoping for a complimentary upgrade, but alas, tonight was not my lucky night.
We tried to go into PJ O'Brien's for a sneaky drink, but again, unlucky, they were closing. I settled for some Maccas fries and Mum had a coffee.
We finished and headed towards the International Departure Gates, took the stereotypical "see ya later, Melbs" picture, then said our goodbyes. Mum doesn't normally cry when I head overseas - not in front of me, anyway - but today I got her! I think we're so used to me heading to the US, that it feels a bit strange - uncharted territory..!
Onto security and passport control. The staff we all super friendly and, to be honest, I think I bit bored - it wasn't at all busy!
Breezed through, and into duty free. Skipped straight through - no need to be spending all my money before leaving the country!
Walking through to the terminals, everything seemed to be closed, until I finally found a cafe/bar which was open. Score! They have a Maroon 5 greatest hits cd playing - no complaints from me! Seems everyone from my flight is congregated here, so I guess that means it's time for a cider! Bottom's up!Read more