I had training today at Victoria University in Footscray, which required THREE modes of public transport. Until now, I've survived exclusively on trams, but today I had the joy of experiencing trains and buses as well. The trains were actually really great - quick and clean with a lot more room than the trams. The train station in the first picture is the Southern Cross Station in the city. Its funky, wavy, blue lit ceiling is entertainment enough during the wait for the right train. Footscray lived up to its run down, seedy rep but they're supposed to have phenomenal Ethiopian food. Will I ever be there at supper time? Hmmm, not so sure. The training was moderately interesting. The model was similar to one I used in grad school, not terribly challenging. The teacher was Indian and I think it was more work for me to interpret him than the program.
I sat next to Willie Wonka (from Charlie & The Chocolate Factory) at training today. What a look alike! Old, crazy hair, big nose, the whole deal. He was nice though. That reference is a tad ironic because our office is located next to Eureka Tower, the highest building in the southern hemisphere. At the top of their skydeck, there's a clear bubble cube that "breaks through" the top side of the building. I haven't experienced it just yet. I would have been missing the full experience without Mr. Wonka. Timing is everything!
