Picture Worth 1000 words
This photo was taken directly outside my dorm on the lawn where seven wallabies set up camp at least three times every week. They take a huge patch of grass between our walkways and lounge for hours on end. These wallabies aren't stupid: they know there are tons of students walking all around them within arms reach but they don't panic about it. I think they exemplify Aussie culture because wallabies seem so inherently laid back. Within the student culture, people don't stress as much about exams as we do at home: first of all, they don't have as many, and second, they're content with passing the class instead of trying to beat everyone else out for the best grade. I've also held a job while I was here and even my employer had a laid back vibe. His favorite phrases are "no drama" and "no worries mate!" I think the Aussies and the wallabies got it right - it certainly makes for a more fun and stress free life.