Almost on a daily basis we have asked ourselves, "What took us so long to get here?" What an amazing country filled with possibly the kindest people we have yet to meet. Below are a series of photos that really didn't fit a blog post but needed to be shared.

A fantastic idea are "P plates". This a provisional license and a mandatory step for new drivers, bridging the gap between learner and full license stages, allowing unsupervised driving with specific restrictions and allowing the rest of us to give them a wide berth.

Wharf-side restaurants offered loaner sunhats. Where have you ever seen that?

The best tasting store bought cookie was introduced to us during a trivia question. Created in 1865, Tim Tams are a dangerously delicious treat which I'm glad are not available in the U.S.

The best part of Australia is its people. What a warm, friendly, enthusiastic, loveable bunch. I will miss them.

I think what surprised me the most, culinarily, was the Australian coffee culture. Renowned for its emphasis on quality, espresso-based drinks, and a vibrant café scene, it's a culture deeply influenced by Italian and Greek immigrants, who brought their passion for espresso and café life.

The Signature Drink that became our favorite was the flat white, a milk-based espresso drink with a smooth, velvety texture, it  is a quintessential Australian coffee drink.

At its core, a flat white is made with a double shot of espresso and steamed milk. However, the key to a perfect flatty is in the texture of the milk. It should be velvety and smooth, with a microfoam that is delicate and creamy. I will miss this treat and this Aussie Adventure.

“We are all visitors to this time.

This place we are just passing through.

Our purpose here is to Observe.

To Learn. To Grow.

To Love.

And then we return home”

– Australian Aboriginal Proverb