being a tourist is fun. but hard on the feet. haha. we spent about 6 hours walking the downtown area of melbourne, the capital city of Victoria which perenially wins the worlds most liveable city award. melbourne is an urban masterpeice, a wonderful cross section of old victorian architecture set against modern skyscrapers and shopping districts. we caught a few trams. but mostly walked and took in the wonderful sights. gorgeous.
chris' favorite spot was the Australian Center for Moving Images where student short films played in one of a dozen personal viewing stations. cameron would have loved the video game exhibit, dedicated to sonic the hedgehog! after a few days in the mountains, it was good to be back in the hustle and bustle of city life---offices, shops, restaurants, stunning churches and theatres mixed with trams, cars and people moving every which way.
we couldn't have asked for a better day to walk through the city. gorgeous weather. not too cold and not a bit of heat. crisp and yummy.
jamie, i am so loving all your pictures. they are wonderful. what a perfect break from the la heat. good timing!! glad you are having fun. pretty city...
Posted by: marnie | July 20, 2005 at 08:41 PM
So familiar and yet so far away!! The city was our old stomping ground while Chris and I were kids and went to visit Dad in Australia. So many memories.
Love the NO Worries graffiti photo. Classic.
Love you both!
Posted by: Rachael | July 20, 2005 at 11:01 PM
LOVE the pics James!!!!!
Posted by: amber | July 21, 2005 at 02:48 AM
Jamie...these pictures are just fabulous! Looks like you're having a wonderful time :)
Posted by: Rachel | July 21, 2005 at 03:07 PM
I'm soooo glad you are enjoying yourself...looks like fun. Love the photos!!! Keep um coming...
Posted by: Marjorie | July 21, 2005 at 11:31 PM
i am loving reading about your trip and seeing these pics, girl!
i know you are having an amazing time but we miss you!
Posted by: Terrie | July 22, 2005 at 11:14 AM
I am LOVING all this cool stuff!!
Posted by: shannon | July 22, 2005 at 04:00 PM
You are so cute in your little hat!! Sounds like you two are having a ball. Love seeing AUS through you!
Posted by: Shannon | July 22, 2005 at 09:26 PM