The Relo Girls

Many of you have heard me talk about the "relo girls" so I guess it is about time for you to meet them!

The first couple of weeks I was in Sydney, the office hooked me up with Relocations Australia. I will be forever grateful to this wonderful operation that not only helped navigate the crazy rental market, but also drove me around town and introduced me to some ladies that are fast being friends. 

The owner of ReloAUS, Pat, got this idea that some of her clients would really get along with each other. She organized a dinner to introduce four of us to each other. It was the beginning of a fast network of ladies who all were sharing the same experience and as Pat said that night, "a girl needs girlfriends no matter where she is". Little did we all know that Pat was just as good a "friend match maker" for her clients as she was at securing a house.

Unfortunately, I do not have a picture of Ditte just yet. She was born in Switzerland but grew up largely in South Africa. She is married (her hubby is in pharmaceuticals) with a one year old son who is to a cutie. They moved to Sydney from Switzerland and actually live in the same building as Georgia overlooking Luna Park and the Harbour Bridge in Kirabilli. 

Georgia is from Toronto. She works in HR for Royal Bank of Canada. Honestly a sweet lady who has been come my theater mate. Oh-and HUGE! greek family. Have laughed a lot over Georgia's tales of family practically calling the police to make sure she is still alive because it's been five hours and she hasn't returned their phone call. Time zone difference does not count.

Emma is from England, still has a house there that she rents out, works for JPMorgan and is now single. Em is only here for 18 months and is just about half way through her contract. She is loving Sydney and is actually considering extending her stay now. Em also attracts the men and the weird ones! Ha! She and I have had many laughs over the escapades that Em has found herself in, including a marriage proposal from a contestant on "Tradie Wants a Lady". Think "Farmer Wants a Wife" or "The Bachelor". 

The most recent edition to the group is Claudia. She works for SAP and comes to Sydney from Germany. She just got a place down the road from Emma in Mossman. If I had to be a betting woman, Claudia I think is here to stay. She just received all her belongings from home and bought a car. From talks with her so far, there is no indication she is not going to stay as long as her visa allows her and if all goes well, then why not remain! 

Stories and laughs to be continued...

Emma, Georgia and Claudia