Comments on: Australia on my mind http://budgettravelintentions.net/2011/01/15/australia-on-my-mind/ An intentional journey to explore this world, for less Sun, 16 Jan 2011 21:07:16 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.com/ By: Jozef Maxted http://budgettravelintentions.net/2011/01/15/australia-on-my-mind/#comment-1066 Jozef Maxted Sun, 16 Jan 2011 21:07:16 +0000 http://budgettravelintentions.net/?p=915#comment-1066 Great post, I think it definitely reminds us of the power of nature, all the technology in the world couldn't prevent tragedies like these. And now 500 people killed in Brazil through flooding and mud slides, its seems nowhere is safe. Great post, I think it definitely reminds us of the power of nature, all the technology in the world couldn’t prevent tragedies like these. And now 500 people killed in Brazil through flooding and mud slides, its seems nowhere is safe.

]]> By: Cathy Sweeney http://budgettravelintentions.net/2011/01/15/australia-on-my-mind/#comment-1065 Cathy Sweeney Sun, 16 Jan 2011 20:14:02 +0000 http://budgettravelintentions.net/?p=915#comment-1065 Very thoughtful perspective on tragic events (particularly the current one in Australia) and the strength and kindness of the human spirit. Also enjoyed reading about your personal joy on the birth of your son. Happy Birthday to the little guy! Very thoughtful perspective on tragic events (particularly the current one in Australia) and the strength and kindness of the human spirit. Also enjoyed reading about your personal joy on the birth of your son. Happy Birthday to the little guy!

]]> By: robingraham http://budgettravelintentions.net/2011/01/15/australia-on-my-mind/#comment-1064 robingraham Sun, 16 Jan 2011 14:12:13 +0000 http://budgettravelintentions.net/?p=915#comment-1064 Ashamed to say I was one of the many that didn't appreciate the scale of this till reading the post and comments. Ashamed to say I was one of the many that didn’t appreciate the scale of this till reading the post and comments.

]]> By: budgettravelsac http://budgettravelintentions.net/2011/01/15/australia-on-my-mind/#comment-1062 budgettravelsac Sun, 16 Jan 2011 10:27:03 +0000 http://budgettravelintentions.net/?p=915#comment-1062 As I said, I've never been to Australia but it seems I have a lot of ties there these days. I hope the country recovers soon and that Aussies rally around each other to help one another out. It's definitely a tragedy but hopefully things recover soon. I admit that I want to protect my kids and keep them safe. When tragedy strikes and people die, it does remind you how precious life is. As I celebrate my son's birthday this week and watch the Australian Open, I will remember Australia. Many people around the world will remember Australia. While it may take years to rebuild, let's hope the spirits of Aussies rebound quickly. As I said, I’ve never been to Australia but it seems I have a lot of ties there these days. I hope the country recovers soon and that Aussies rally around each other to help one another out. It’s definitely a tragedy but hopefully things recover soon.

I admit that I want to protect my kids and keep them safe. When tragedy strikes and people die, it does remind you how precious life is. As I celebrate my son’s birthday this week and watch the Australian Open, I will remember Australia. Many people around the world will remember Australia. While it may take years to rebuild, let’s hope the spirits of Aussies rebound quickly.

]]> By: budgettravelsac http://budgettravelintentions.net/2011/01/15/australia-on-my-mind/#comment-1061 budgettravelsac Sun, 16 Jan 2011 10:24:14 +0000 http://budgettravelintentions.net/?p=915#comment-1061 I knew about the mudslides in Brazil. There's so much tragedy going on right now. However, there always seems to be tragedy somewhere in the world. I hope that recovery happens soon in Australia but from what I have been reading, it's going to be a while before everyone is out of danger. For the Aussie Open, it looks like such a great event that Australians are so proud of! I am sure things will be a bit more subdued this year with the floods but I look forward to watching and hope it is an event the country can rally around. I knew about the mudslides in Brazil. There’s so much tragedy going on right now. However, there always seems to be tragedy somewhere in the world. I hope that recovery happens soon in Australia but from what I have been reading, it’s going to be a while before everyone is out of danger.

For the Aussie Open, it looks like such a great event that Australians are so proud of! I am sure things will be a bit more subdued this year with the floods but I look forward to watching and hope it is an event the country can rally around.

]]> By: jamie - cloud people adventures http://budgettravelintentions.net/2011/01/15/australia-on-my-mind/#comment-1060 jamie - cloud people adventures Sun, 16 Jan 2011 10:03:43 +0000 http://budgettravelintentions.net/?p=915#comment-1060 definitely been a crazy week here in australia, and as jim mentioned its not just queensland anymore. victoria is copping its share now. also, while the floods were at their worst in queensland, bushfires were raging through western australia. i also believe sri lanka and brazil have lost huge amounts of life in mudslides caused by floods at the same time. on a happier note, i not a huge tennis fan, but the aussie open here in melbourne is a great time to be in town, there is just so much happening. be sure to lock it in for future travel plans! definitely been a crazy week here in australia, and as jim mentioned its not just queensland anymore. victoria is copping its share now. also, while the floods were at their worst in queensland, bushfires were raging through western australia.
i also believe sri lanka and brazil have lost huge amounts of life in mudslides caused by floods at the same time.

on a happier note, i not a huge tennis fan, but the aussie open here in melbourne is a great time to be in town, there is just so much happening. be sure to lock it in for future travel plans!

]]> By: Tweets that mention Australia on my mind « Budget Travel Intentions -- Topsy.com http://budgettravelintentions.net/2011/01/15/australia-on-my-mind/#comment-1059 Tweets that mention Australia on my mind « Budget Travel Intentions -- Topsy.com Sun, 16 Jan 2011 09:47:17 +0000 http://budgettravelintentions.net/?p=915#comment-1059 [...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Australia Meta Guide, yTravel Blog, Andrew Couch, Jeremy Branham and others. Jeremy Branham said: #Australia on my mind (tragedy and celebration) http://wp.me/pRF0Q-eL #floods [...] [...] This post was mentioned on Twitter by Australia Meta Guide, yTravel Blog, Andrew Couch, Jeremy Branham and others. Jeremy Branham said: #Australia on my mind (tragedy and celebration) http://wp.me/pRF0Q-eL #floods [...]

]]> By: Caz Makepeace http://budgettravelintentions.net/2011/01/15/australia-on-my-mind/#comment-1058 Caz Makepeace Sun, 16 Jan 2011 08:39:33 +0000 http://budgettravelintentions.net/?p=915#comment-1058 What a lovely post Jeremy. Thank you for caring so much about our country, as you would with any country facing this crisis. We hope that you can come and visit us one day, maybe even catch a game of the Australian Open on your son's birthday. Just let us know when you are coming to watch the cricket, so we can tell our boys to put on a better performance for you. I think we can forgive the English for slaughtering us so badly now with all the help they are giving to those affected by the flood. I don't think many people outside of Australia, realize the enormity of these floods. Queensland is twice the size of Texas and 75% of this is flooded. And now there are floods in NSW, and Victoria, and minor flooding in South Australia and Tasmania. One thing the floods are doing is stopping the massive bush fires we usually have at this time of the year. Australia is a harsh land. It was only a year ago that these places that are now flooded were parched dry with drought and begging for water. What can you do? You are at Mother Nature's mercy. Perhaps that is why Australian's can bounce back so well, as they are used to adapting and surviving in an unforgiving land. It's the stories of the lives lost that breaks your heart, especially the children. It makes you realize how lucky you are and gives you that shove to make sure you hug your children more and let them know how much you love them. Happy Birthday to your son! Celebrate it. What a lovely post Jeremy. Thank you for caring so much about our country, as you would with any country facing this crisis. We hope that you can come and visit us one day, maybe even catch a game of the Australian Open on your son’s birthday. Just let us know when you are coming to watch the cricket, so we can tell our boys to put on a better performance for you. I think we can forgive the English for slaughtering us so badly now with all the help they are giving to those affected by the flood.
I don’t think many people outside of Australia, realize the enormity of these floods. Queensland is twice the size of Texas and 75% of this is flooded. And now there are floods in NSW, and Victoria, and minor flooding in South Australia and Tasmania. One thing the floods are doing is stopping the massive bush fires we usually have at this time of the year. Australia is a harsh land. It was only a year ago that these places that are now flooded were parched dry with drought and begging for water. What can you do? You are at Mother Nature’s mercy. Perhaps that is why Australian’s can bounce back so well, as they are used to adapting and surviving in an unforgiving land.
It’s the stories of the lives lost that breaks your heart, especially the children. It makes you realize how lucky you are and gives you that shove to make sure you hug your children more and let them know how much you love them.
Happy Birthday to your son! Celebrate it.

]]> By: budgettravelsac http://budgettravelintentions.net/2011/01/15/australia-on-my-mind/#comment-1056 budgettravelsac Sun, 16 Jan 2011 06:08:46 +0000 http://budgettravelintentions.net/?p=915#comment-1056 I have donated as well Jim. I know other areas are flooded but I know the big focus and clean up is on Brisbane. The link I put at the end is for Queensland because many other areas are affected as well. It's amazing what damage this flood has done. I have donated as well Jim. I know other areas are flooded but I know the big focus and clean up is on Brisbane. The link I put at the end is for Queensland because many other areas are affected as well. It’s amazing what damage this flood has done.

]]> By: Jim http://budgettravelintentions.net/2011/01/15/australia-on-my-mind/#comment-1055 Jim Sun, 16 Jan 2011 06:02:41 +0000 http://budgettravelintentions.net/?p=915#comment-1055 Great post Jeremy, and yes, tragedies do bring people together. And we have donated to Queensland Flood Relief but important to note that flooding is affecting a wider area than just Brisbane. Other States are also affected. The scale of this flooding is incredible. Great post Jeremy, and yes, tragedies do bring people together.
And we have donated to Queensland Flood Relief but important to note that flooding is affecting a wider area than just Brisbane. Other States are also affected. The scale of this flooding is incredible.

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