Thoughts on Australia.

[miladycarol]

It is interesting to me that I am not stressed about this trip. It is what it will be and I will deal with everything as it comes. I’m not sure what has switched in my head, but I am not dreading it. I guess my attitude is that in the end, everything will work out okay and, in the meantime, to expect the absolute worst and anything short of complete nuclear holocaust is going to be cream. Is this a bad attitude? I’m an optimistic cynic, and that seems to describe my feelings best. I have every reason to worry, but I’m hopeful that all will turn out well in the end. I feel that, given enough time, his family will come to accept me and maybe even respect me a little. I really messed things up last time they were there and I completely expect total enmity, but I’d like to think my actions and attitudes were forgivable. I understand their perspectives and accept their opinions whether I like them or not, so I’d like to think they will eventually reconsider and give me another chance. Everyone makes mistakes and intercultural relations are difficult enough as it is.

Oh well, it will be what it will be and I will learn to be okay with it.

Comments

[deromilly.livejournal.com]

I've only known you for a short while, and only vie the computer, but I can't imagine you insulting ANYONE enough that they wouldn't forgive you and come to love you. Hugs from North Carolina.

When do you leave for Oz, and when do you get back?

Hugs and Kisses!!!!

[hellsdove.livejournal.com]

Hi stranger...
Few things...thanks for the lovely reply to my whine-fest online, was reluctant to come over because last time I heard Flex was dating Jamie and she didn't like me very much, so didn't want to cause any waves in that arena.
And...best of luck and lots of love on your venture to that other hemisphere, no one could ever be so cold hearted to not love you unconditionally, even G's family. Luckily you two have lots of years for them to get over themselves and see you for the goddess that you are ;)
Happy flying and love,
E

Re: Hugs and Kisses!!!!

[miladycarol.livejournal.com]

*huggggsss!*

Thanks! I hope all is working out well for you and your man. I look forward to an update soon. I'll be checking email and LJ from AU, so I look forward to an interesting and positive report soon.

[gwyd.livejournal.com]

It's always been my experience that it's easier to put up with limited duration things than open ended ones. No matter how bad it gets there, you know you have a RETURN ticket. That being said, I hope it goes well. We will be missing you.

Let me know if you want to get together in Portland when you get back.

[miladycarol.livejournal.com]

Thanks! It is a big boost to know it's only two weeks. Whatever happens, I can certainly survive two weeks. Attitude is everything.

I know I'm working the whole weekend after I return on the 20th so that weekend is out. I'll have to see about next month's schedule. *sigh*