Australia, Land of Weird
Better late than pregnant, that’s how the saying goes right?
Yesterday was Australia Day and I said nothing!
Isn’t he cute? – Pic by The Daily Platypus
Shame on me, I have a bunch of friends from Australia, I had a lover from Australia and I like kangaroos, that would’ve been enough reason for me to have at least mentioned it, but I didn’t. So today I’ll dedicate this post to all my Australian friends and that wonderful land that so much has given to the rest of the world.
What?
Am I supposed to itemize what Australia has given us? Come on people, I’m only human!
Ok, first Australia gave us Olivia Newton John so she could sing Xanadu and make a whole generation of gay man even gayer or happier, you choose the word.
Australia also “hosted” the second Survivor, not that ever watched any other, but I remember that one. This is Bunifa Latifah Halifah Sharifa Jackson video application for that show.
The land of weird also gave us the weird yet lovable Steve Irwin, because weird is cool.
Back in 2000 Australia gave us a great show during the Olympic Games, but I’ll never forget Cathy Freeman dressed as a condom kicking ass on those 400mts, if you don’t know what I’m talking about watch the video. I shed a tear watching her mom and family crying. I have a heart you see.
And as it weren’t enough with Koalas, Wallaby, Echidnas and Kangaroos, Australia also gave us Dingo, a dingo that allegedly ate a woman’s baby which inspired that great movie “A Cry in the Dark” with Mrs. Streep
And finally Australia gave us Crowded House which gave us “Don’t Dream It’s Over” a song that was a hit when I was not even planning to roam this planet but that ironically I like and keep humming every now and then.
I salute you Australians, I love your accent, I’d love to be able to keep up with you when you drink, I’d love to feel a kangaroo’s pouch (I felt one but is not that kind of pouch I’m talking about). If you weren’t that far away I’d visit you every summer.
Happy belated Australia Day.
I love Crowded House. Good choice for things they have given the world.
They’ve given us great music among many other things.
Well darn…..we missed Australia day…..that platypus baby is adorable – never saw one that teeny. You did a fine job of putting together a tribute to “down under”………
Pam
I’d take him home and feed him myself, too damn cute.
Great tribute … and happy Australia Day to the Aussies. Love the race!
PS … I haven’t had a chance to respond yet to your email … will soon.
No problem, I placed the order but I’m waiting for Shelly (Libby’s aunt) to get back to me regarding the shipping to multiple destinations.
Steve Irwin! I used to love that guy
I was sad when he died, but he died doing what he loved to do.
Yay! for Cathy and Steve (I miss him) and thanks for sharing this wonderful song – oh the beloved 80s…Australia is great ;o)
Steve was a funny and lovable guy.
I was nearly “that guy” and wrote “Crowded House isn’t Australian!” (Please read in a nasally annoying voice.) But then I checked, and you’re right! With Neil Finn at the helm, I always assumed they were New Zealanders. Only one-third, until brother Tim joined and then oh whatever… Crowded House produced some wonderful music as did Split Enz. You should do yourself a favour and listen to “Time and Tide,” an under-appreciated 80s album. Neil Finn’s “Try Whistling This” is also an outstanding piece of work. G’day!
I said it on my best Flushing accent, as nasal as it can get.
I’ll download that album and let you know my impressions.
Thanks for the suggestion.
My hubby loves Crowded House also
. Leo coming to Seville in June with hubby and meeting up with my dad who is cycling around Spain then. Any tips on sites we must visit and eat?
I do and if you allow me, we’ll be more than honored and happy to join you for a drink. It’d be my pleasure.
I’ll send you an email.
Cool
will set up details when finally confirmed dates 
Exactly right – we owe the Aussies for many cultural icons like Waltzing Matildas and Priscilla Queen of the Desert…I love the Peeps Down Under!!
My childhood would’ve been very different without Neighbours and Home and Away:-)
Love this tribute to Australia. Music is where I see huge Australian influence from Midnight Oil to David Helfgott.
It also might seem marginal, but Australian Simon Anderson invented the Thruster (3 Fin surfboard) that revolutionized surfing.
Aussie, Aussie, Aussie Oi Oi Oi.
Australia also gave us Nicole Kidman and hubby Keith Urban and racecar driver Marcos Ambrose. Viva la Australia.
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A tribute to make any Aussie smile, thank you. No Aussie BBQ for us on Australia Day, we celebrated with pasta and red wine, giving thanks to the many wonderful cultures that exist in our country.
That us quite a list. Xanadu most ridiculous movie ever. Can’t believe I actually paid to see that one in the theater…lol.
Believe me, the musical wasn’t any better and was more expensive lol
Hey, Olivia and “Xanadu” had positive effects on us straight guys, too! (Probably not the SAME effect, but hey, can’t blame the girl for trying!) And Oz has also given us Kylie Minogue, a treat for all mankind as well! (And I thought it was Japan that was supposed to build good stuff in small packages?
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And I’d mention Aaron Heslehurst, the most animated business reporter ever to appear on the BBC, but since that’d get a big “HUH?” from the audience, I’ll refrain…..
You left out Crocodile Dundee.
I think I heard someone talking about Australia Day,but I couldn’t understand a word he was saying.
And Natalie Imbruglia! I love Natalie! And yes, Australia has the cutest animals.