December 12, 2006

Kangaroos next 14km

Road signs can be found all around the world. Oftentimes, we don't think twice about the signs we pass by on the road. It is important to realize that you can actually learn about the host country from road signs. Signs warning Aussies of kangaroos near roadways can be found all over the country. This is unique to Australia because the kangaroo is one of Australia's national icons. The kangaroo represents the sunburned country and Australian way of life. Kangaroos are leisurely, calm animals. I think this somewhat mimics Aussie mindset. Although Aussies are hardworking individuals, they have found a way to appreciate and live life to its fullest. This metaphor may seem a bit far fetched, but I think there are some distinct similarities. I have learned from the kangaroo and Australians to appreciate the world around me and take in every moment life has to offer.

http://images.google.com.au/imgres?imgurl=http://www.giftlog.com/images/roo/rs_kangaroo.gif&imgrefurl=http://www.giftlog.com/pp/kangaroo_rs.htm&h=380&w=381&sz=25&hl=en&start=3&tbnid=lqq7bh4BbSld7M:&tbnh=123&tbnw=123&prev=/images%3Fq%3DAustralia%2Bsigns%26svnum%3D10%26hl%3Den%26lr%3D

Posted by omniewn at December 12, 2006 07:59 PM