ps

the rest of the photos can be found here:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/tamgh654/sets/72157624369927881/

i'll update it with more once i've finished my trip.

I think I'm no longer a summer person

It has been terrific visiting the US.  I love being back in the vibrancy of NY, seeing friends and family, hiking and swimming my way through the state of Maine, talking all day in Philly cafes, and having the chance to explore new cities (San Fran, here I come!).  Aside from the oppressive heat and humidity, it's been a great trip.  When it's 90+ degrees in Northern Maine, you know there's a problem.  I have to say, I'm looking forward to no longer sweating like a whore in church (shout out to Jules!), feeling lethargic and heat tired.  I'm so so so looking forward to being back in the winter of Sydney.

Thank you all for a great trip to the US.  PLEASE come visit in Sydney.  I'd love to show you around the city.

and hellooooooooo sydney!  I'm looking forward to seeing you again.

ps some photos...

3100 feet up in Baxter State Park

Maggie, Brooke, and I on our hike in Baxter

Di, looking out at the view from Jonathan's apt in NYC

an oldie, but goodie.  George and I tying up the dinghy in Sydney.  

(actually George is tying it up.  I'm probably just watching and being unhelpful.)