First Impressions

The Locals

My first impressions are that the Aboriginal people of Australia aren’t like any other people I’ve ever seen in my life. They are a completely new race of people to me—like Martians. I'm not just speaking about their physical attributes, either. Culturally, I am in for a serious adventure and I am super-excited about it!

It’s almost impossible not to stare. Their skin ranges from a high yellow all the way to the darkest black you can imagine. 

A few of my girls :)

They hardly ever wear shoes (even when playing sports). Pedicures are of NO concern here. Save your money! I’m telling you—If you think your feet are offensive in America, come here to feel good about yourself. Basically, what I'm saying is that Indigenous Australians' feet are to American feet as Miami beach is to bikini wearers; it gives you perspective.

Some feet I sat across from on the public bus

The craziest part isn’t even the depth of their skin tone but that Aboriginal/Indigenous Peoples' hair is a cross between White and American Indian hair. Black people in America would pay insane amounts of cash for this hair! Wash n' go on black skin! I’m still adjusting to it and I see it every single day. They think my fuzzy edges (AKA "kitchens") are beautiful…I’m serious. Confidence booster all around!