I'm off to Melbourne tomorrow....

[razzle dazzle rose]

Alcohol does make people a little crazy at times. Some people don't know their limit, and it does suck when it ruins the experience for the others. Not fun! At least you went out and about, and talked to a cute girl. There is always tomorrow. And of course, there is always today

 

[twiggle]

Sorry it didn't go as planned, Mikey. Sometimes, NYE can be a bit of a let down after all the anticipation. Anyway, at least you've got determination in you, and as razzle dazzle rose says - there's always today, and tomorrow, and so on.
Spending a whole week in company isn't always easy, but it sounds like overall you've had a good time?
When is it you return home?
&, Happy New Year!

 

[MikeyC]

Thanks for the replies, everyone! Yeah, alcohol does that. I stayed sober so I couldn't join in, but I don't regret not drinking. I've been sober the whole trip, which I'm very proud of.

Last night we went into a recording studio, and started banging out a few songs. That started poorly but ended well. We're going back to do more tomorrow (4th) to record a couple of tracks. I hope that turns out okay. As for today, we're going to a place called Bonnydoon so we can then say we've gone to Bonnydoon. Nobody else is awake yet so I hope we'll have time for it.

I'll probably return home on the 5th. Looking forward to some "me" time from then on!

 

[BlueDays]

Thanks for the replies, everyone! Yeah, alcohol does that. I stayed sober so I couldn't join in, but I don't regret not drinking. I've been sober the whole trip, which I'm very proud of.

Last night we went into a recording studio, and started banging out a few songs. That started poorly but ended well. We're going back to do more tomorrow (4th) to record a couple of tracks. I hope that turns out okay. As for today, we're going to a place called Bonnydoon so we can then say we've gone to Bonnydoon. Nobody else is awake yet so I hope we'll have time for it.

I'll probably return home on the 5th. Looking forward to some "me" time from then on!

A big Congrats for staying sober the whole trip Mikey, good reason to be proud of yourself!
What do you do with these songs that you record in the studio?

*Googles "Bonnydoon"* ::

 

[MikeyC]

A big Congrats for staying sober the whole trip Mikey, good reason to be proud of yourself!
What do you do with these songs that you record in the studio?

*Googles "Bonnydoon"* ::

Well, hopefully we can put them on a CD and release a demo of some kind. It's going to be raw as hell but at least we'll finally have something out! Haha. Not holding my breath, though.

I think I'll continue to stay sober. One of my resolutions for 2012 is to drink less and it's already working.

 

[MikeyC]

Tonight is going well. Sitting around with my mates having a few beers. Went to Bonnie Doon earlier today (now that I know how to actually spell the location!) and we went swimming in the lake there. Took a couple of photos which are on my mate's phone. Once he uploads them I'll show you. Nothing special, really, haha.

Tomorrow will be my last full day in Melbourne. Going to be doing some recording tomorrow to round out my trip. Hopefully that'll go well.

I miss talking regularly with all of you.

 

[MikeyC]

It's just after midday on the 4th here. I'm the only one out of bed right now. I'll be leaving for home tomorrow, but not before doing some recording of music today. That should hopefully go well.

I'm looking forward to the drive back, to be honest. It'll be my first piece of serenity since the drive here on the 28th. Nothing but my music and the open road for over 8 hours.

 

[BlueDays]

I'm looking forward to the drive back, to be honest. It'll be my first piece of serenity since the drive here on the 28th. Nothing but my music and the open road for over 8 hours.

Drive safe (take little breaks) and get back in one piece Mikey!

 

[MikeyC]

Drive safe (take little breaks) and get back in one piece Mikey!

Thanks, I will. Don't worry, I got that same thing from my dad.

Still one day left, though. Recording some music!

 

[MikeyC]

I'm back home from Melbourne! The drive back had to include many stops because I was very tired from inadequate sleep last night, and it was getting tough having to concentrate on the highway for long periods. However, I got back in one piece. I've showered, brushed my teeth, unpacked everything, and I'm feeling good. All I need now is a top night's sleep and I'll be back to normal.

Overall I had a good time. New Year's was a disaster, and being around extreme people for so long can get tiring, but I did have fun. Recording music, our trip to Bonnie Doon, and our Mexican dinner out were the highlights for me. Everyone was generally well behaved, too. Generally.

I didn't get to catch up with my mate's sister, who I think is cool, so that was upsetting, but to counterbalance that I met his roommate and he's a cool dude. So I guess it evened out.

 

[kilojoule]

phew Mikey's back You were missed

 

[MikeyC]

phew Mikey's back You were missed

Like a hole in the head, right? XD

My two other friends are on their way back now. They've done lots of driving and I'm sure they're tired. I offered to cook them some dinner if they wanted some, but they haven't gotten back to me yet. It's been one hell of a trip for everyone involved, but those two more so in light of their extra two days due to alcohol.

Now it's back to reality for them. Our Queensland friend still has 12 hours of driving ahead of him, but he'll be staying here overnight.

 

[Silatuyok]

I'm glad you got back safe and sound, and kudos to you for staying sober the whole time, that's quite an accomplishment!
If it makes you feel any better (though it probably won't) my New Year's was pretty awful too, on account of being sick. :: Boo. I'm officially declaring a new new year's tonight, so feel free to join in the festivities.