neisha

Been in Darwin for 3 weeks tomorrow. It's really fucking hot, even though it's supposed to be almost winter. Like 35 degrees (celcius) most days. And the humidity... god... it's just draining. Like being in a greenhouse all day, every day, and trying to get a proper lungful of air in the steamy heat.

Everyone local keeps telling me it will cool down soon. I'll believe it when I see it.

I do like it here so far - lots of awesome markets, fairly laid-back lifestyle, friendly people - the heat is just difficult for me to cope with. Especially since we're living in our camper trailer in our friends' backyard. Once we both get jobs we'll find a house or a flat to move into... I can't wait for that to be honest. I'm really looking forwards to having my own space.

I think once I get a job I like, and am living in a home I'm happy in, things will be better. I just feel unsettled and out of place at the moment, and the heat makes me feel sick some days.

Things will get better, though. I know this.