Mount Tinbeerwah

Here’s a retroactive post I hadn’t gotten around to writing before now because — get this — I have a job! 😄

I’ve been working in housekeeping for 1.5 weeks (started on 19 February). I’m mainly assigned to one resort so far, where guests can rent full apartments during their stay in Noosa. And for those of you who only read my blog: surprise — I’ve been back in Noosa since 10 January, job hunting for what felt like forever until, 1.25 months later, I finally found one.

It’s nothing glamorous, of course, but it pays my rent. Unfortunately, that’s pretty much all it does. It’s not a job that allows me to save. But right now, it’s better than no job at all.

On 18 February, I went back to Eumundi Markets in the morning — this time with lovely weather. And yes, I did spot the racist lady from half a year ago. No, I did not engage her in conversation about how “my kind of people” shouldn’t be allowed into Australia in the first place. 😄

The main reason I went back to Eumundi, though, was a booth specialising in iris photography. I’ve always wanted that done — so that day was the day. And I’m genuinely pleased with the result.

In the late afternoon, a new housemate, Molly, drove us to Mount Tinbeerwah, a small mountain about 20 minutes from Noosa that offers spectacular views and a stunning sunset. Being the responsible grown-up that I am, I brought soap bubbles.

Molly and I proceeded to blow bubbles straight into the sunset, creating a rather stunning scene. The people gathered there seemed to enjoy it — cameras came out, photos were taken. One lady even thanked me for thinking of it and for delighting everyone.

All in all, it was a very nice day — one that ended with sharing cake together back at the house. 🍰😄Read more