Feb 18. Sydney, Australia

Julie and I ventured on different excursions; Julie climbed the Sydney Bridge & I cuddled Koalas & Wallabys! Predictable?

Julie, Catherine, Tom, Michelle & Jim dressed in climbing suits and walked to the outer arch of the bridge to the summit. The spectacular height gave them a 360° view of the Sydney Opera House, the Harbor, and the Blue Mountains in all its glory.

As for me, I was in my glory at the Featherdale Wildlife Park just outside Sydney. The Park is home to over 2000 Australian native animals, including over 60 threatened native species, which are carefully protected to help secure these species for future generations.

I beelined it to the Koala area in order to have an opportunity to hold one. Koala's are more active after meals, and I knew I'd have the chance in the morning. I met 8 year old Paddington, who was pretty sleepy but cooperative as long as there was a eucalyptus leaf at the ready! I could hardly stand it! This boy was so cute and completely calm!! I was also able to feed & pet a Wallaby, several cows, goats & sheep! The smile hasn't left my face!! (I got bitten by an Australian Bustard. I'm sure it was a love bite!)

We said goodbye to Sydney tonight. We really loved this town!Read more