See ya later Straya!

This is my very last blogpost from down under. Tomorrow morning I take off to Holland again. Time has gone so fast! But I guess that's a good thing, because "time flies when you are having fun". And fun doesn't even start describing how amazing this exchange has been. The Great Barrier Reef, Currumbin, Australia Day, beaches, Surfers Paradise, lots of shopping, St. Hilda's school, Mt. Warning, and so many other experiences and places have made this journey more than worthwhile. However, the one thing that has definitely made this so great, are the many inspiring people I have met over the past two months. I have made friends for life, and I have made unforgettable memories.

As my departure has been coming closer and closer, people have started asking me: 'What did you learn from your exchange?' Well, I have become an independent student and my English has improved in so many ways (I have an Aussie accent too). I feel a lot more mature since I have left the Netherlands, and I "reckon" (did everyone get that link to my newly developed accent?! ;) I could easily make it out here in the world on my own. Most of all, though, I learned that it's not only the things you do that make these experiences so special, but the people you share these memories with make every second count!

Thank you Australia! And, as cheesy as this may sound: 'this is not a goodbye, but a see you later.' I will definitely come back for a reunion with everyone I met, especially my host family.

So, see you later and I will miss every single one of you!