Munchy Moose, Dover, Tasmania, Australia

beccasaurus Posted Jan 18, 2010, 5:18 pm	Hi everyone! I'm Munchy Moose a tiny moose with a big desire to see the world. Recently some of my friends have become TV's and started on their journeys around the world, so I thought this would be a great time to start mine I want to see everything that my little eyes can take in, so I'd be happy to visit anywhere. If you'd like me to visit you just send a pm to beccasaurus. Here's a picture of me while it was snowing here the other day.
beccasaurus Posted Jan 31, 2010, 4:21 am	Hello! Today I left to go on my first trip ever outside of Fort Kent, Maine. I'll be visiting imahockeynut in Montreal, QC, Canada. I can't wait to get there and meet her, I'm so excited this should be fun. Before I left I had to say good-bye to my good friend puff, who was also leaving that day to go to Germany. Puff was going to try to fly me to Quebec... we decided the post would be a better idea :P Finally we arrived at the post office. I was anxious to go inside and get my journey started. Next time you see me I'll be in Montreal with imahockeynut!!
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Feb 3, 2010, 5:43 pm	Hi Mom! I just wanted to let you know that I arrived safe and sound. I would put up pics but my host is getting ready to go to class. She promised me she will show me around and maybe go shopping after. I'll update later ! Love, Munchy
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Feb 4, 2010, 4:57 pm	Hi Mom! I arrived safe and sound here in Montreal. When the envelope was opened I met two curious looking TVs. These TVs belong to my host and their names are PollyWally and Regina. I showed them the postcard you sent. (By the way, my host wants to thank you for the postcard !) We sat around and got to know each other a little bit. We also talked about traveling and where we wanted to go.
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Feb 4, 2010, 5:31 pm	After her class, my host showed me around the neighbourhood a little bit. This is St. Catherine's Street. Further down is sort of an outdoor mall where stores you would normally see in malls have stores right on the street. The building on the left is called the EV building which is part of Concordia University (where my host attends). It houses most of the Fine Arts and Computer Sciences classes as well as a Gym. The big building on the right is where the library is. We didn't see much else after because it was getting too cold. Later me and my friends had McDonald's for dinner. The Big Mac was delicious. Then we sat down and watch a show called Little Britain USA, it was really funny. That's it for now Mom, I hope all is going well with you Miss you, Munchy
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Feb 7, 2010, 6:19 pm	Hi Mom, Today we went to see a movie called From Paris with Love. It was playing at a movie theatre in the old Montreal Forum where the Montreal Canadien's used to play until they moved to a newer arena further downtown. Now it's an entertainment complex with restaurants, a movie theatre, a comedy club and some stores. This is approximately where centre ice was when the Forum was still used as a arena. This is a statue of Maurice Richard, one of the greatest Habs players of all time. We were a little early for the movie, so we sat around relaxed on an authentic seat from the Forum.
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Feb 7, 2010, 6:40 pm	While sitting down, I notice that their Christmas is still up. Don't they know that it's February now?   Finally we get to our seat. That's me enjoying a blue raspberry icee or slushie.  The movie was very good but I won't say anything else because I don't want to spoil it if you want to see the movie. Later, we watched some hockey. First we watch my host's favourite team, the Toronto Maple Leafs face their provincial rivals the Ottawa Senators. The Leafs won 5-0 and my host was very happy. After we watched another hockey game, this time it was the Edmonton Oilers against the Colorado Avalanche (one of my host's other favourite team),  The Avalanche won 3-0 which made my host even more happy. Tomorrow we're going to watch the Super Bowl tomorrow. My host says that she normally doesn't watch it but her Colts are in it this year so we are going to have a little party tomorrow. Love, Munchy
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Feb 9, 2010, 7:01 pm	Hi Mom, We started off the day with some breakfast. We had a very delicious donut and some yogurt. After breakfast, we played some video games. That's me playing Animal Crossing: City Folks, doing some fishing. Before the game, my host got some snacks to eat. One bowl has Lay's Ketchup chips and the other bowl has Miss Vickie's Jalapeno chips. I really liked both chips. My host also gave us some beer to wash down the chips. Then we watched the game. It was a good game overall but imahockeynut was disappointed that her Colts didn't win but she said that there was always next year. I'm really having fun here Mom. My host said that she'll try to take me out to see more sites soon. I hope all is going well with you. Love, Munchy
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Feb 13, 2010, 5:02 pm	Hi Mom, My host showed me around a bit more today. The building here is called the Hall Building, which is part of the university and where most of my host's classes are held. Here's another view of the library building I saw before. This cornerstone was laid by the then-Quebec Minister of Education Paul Genin-Lajoie in 1965.  Sir George Williams University, along with Loyola College merged in 1974 to become Concordia University. This is a view of De Maisonneuve Blvd. Then we went to Cresent St., one of the big party streets in Montreal. Here's a view of the street, apparently it's more spectacular at night with all the lights and stuff. This building is called the GM building which used to house the John Molson School of Business but it moved to a newer building. Now it houses the Canadian Irish Studies Department. JMSB didn't move that far though, (just across the street), into the new MB building that opened last September. Then we went to this Middle-Eastern place that has the best and cheapest pizza in Montreal. We didn't stay to eat, but we took our food to go.
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Feb 13, 2010, 6:17 pm	When we got back, Me, PollyWally, and Regina had a Manakish, (which is a pita with chesse and other stuff). This one was a plain cheese one and it was really good. Later we watched the opening ceremony of the Vancouver Olympics. It was a spectacular show. This pic shows the RCMP (Royal Canadian Mounted Police or the "Mounties".) are carrying in the Canadian flag. Next, the Natives welcomed the world to their lands. This shows one of the tribes but I forget which one. Next came the parade of nations and I felt a little proud when the Americans came in. USA! USA! When the Canadians came, my host, PollyWally, and Regina all started cheering. They came in last because they were the host nation. Next was the cultural part of the ceremony. This segment of called "The Hymn of the North". After, the Governor General of Canada, Michaelle Jean declared the games open. The lighting of the Olympic Cauldron usually is a one person job but they had 4 people light it (well 3, since there was a technical error). This was a spectacular night and historical one too. This was the first time in Olympic history that the opening ceremony and the Olympic cauldron was held in an indoor stadium. Love, Munchy
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Feb 15, 2010, 4:39 am	Hi Mom, Happy Valentine's Day! Today was kind of a sad day because one of my host's TVs Regina is leaving tomorrow for the Netherlands so today is her last day here. So we decided to throw her a going away party. First we ate some delicious nachos. We also had some delicious French wine. I know, not the usually choice of drink with nachos. For dessert, we had some Valentine's Day chocolates, also very delicious. Later we watched some of the Olympics. First we watched the Ladies' 3000m Long-Track Speed-Skating. Canada's Kristina Groves won the bronze medal. The top American placed 9th, Then we watched the Men's Freestyle Skiing-Moguls Finals. It was a very good competition. Here's Bryon Wilson of the Us, he was 3rd in qualifying and ended up winning Bronze, WOOOOO. USA! Then came Alexandre Bilodeau of Canada. Guess how he finished? 1st! All of Canada is celebrating now because that is their first Olympic gold on home soil. I know that my host, PollyWally, and Regina were jumping up, crying and screaming because their countrymen made history. I applauded and was amazed because I witnessed history. This turned out to be a great day even though Regina is leaving tomorrow. Hope all is going well with you and I just want to tell you I love and miss you. Love, Munchy
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Feb 16, 2010, 3:35 am	Hi Mom, Today, my friend Regina is leaving today to start her own journey. I was sad that she was leaving because we have been great friends but I'm happy that she's starting her travels. She didn't leave without saying good bye though. Me and PollyWally gave her a good bye hug. Then we both waved goodbye as she climbed into my envelope. Me and PollyWally cried a little when she left but we both hug each other and thought that she is going to have the time of her life. That's it for now, Mom. Hope all is well with you Love, Munchy
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Feb 19, 2010, 5:35 am	Hi Mom, Sorry for not updating sooner, my host has been very busy with midterms, no matter. Today we met a new TV, his name is Cpl.Flapjack Jr who belongs to my host. He was a little shy. His shyness didn't last though and became fast friends. We won't be hanging around a lot because he's going to be leaving for Austria soon. In meantime though, we hung out and talked about traveling. My host just told me that she had a surprise but we would have to wait until Saturday. I wondering was it is? Love, Munchy
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Mar 3, 2010, 6:12 pm	Hi Mom, Today I got my surprise, we're going on a trip! The destination is still a secret but we are going away for about a week. Here is me, PollyWally, and Cpl.Flapjack Jr with our bags packed. Later at the airport, we had some dinner. A delicious burger and fries. Then we wash down the food with some Canadian beer. My host finally told me where we are going, or at least kind of. She said that we were definitely going to Europe and we would be flying to Paris first but that it won't be our final destination. Here's a picture of me with the airplane we are going to fly.
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Mar 13, 2010, 4:59 pm	Guess where we are Mom? We're in Germany! Here we are waiting for the train to take us to the centre of town and to our hostel. I would of taken pictures in Paris but our plane was late and we had to rush between terminals. The train that we were on is called the S-Bahn. It was a pleasant ride which took about 40 minutes. WE got off at Central Station and tried to find our accommodations but we got lost. Since we were getting hungry as well, we decided to stop at this nice cafe to eat. We had some pizza and orange Fanta. It was delicious. After finishing our meal and consulting a map, we finally found our hostel. Since we were so tired we relaxed on the table in our room and hung out. Later we went to Pizza Hut for dinner where had more delicious pizza. After dinner we went back to the hostel to sleep because we were so jet-lag.
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Mar 21, 2010, 10:37 pm	Hi Mom, Today we went to the Old Town of Munich. First stop was to Marienplatz where the square is named after the patron saint of te city (the Virgin Mary). The little gold statue there is of her. You can also see he New City Hall and on it's facade you can also see the Glockenspiel, a mechanical clock that performs a miniature tournament. We tried tp go see it but we went at the wrong time. Here's me with a street sign that says Marienplatz. After browsing in some shops, we sat down and took a break. It was kind of slippery walking to the beach but we had no problems. After our break, we continued walking until we ended up at Max-Joseph-Platz, which the square and the statue behind was built in honour of Bavaria's first king, Maximillion I Joseph. Behind the statue is the Nationaltheater, home of the Bavarian State Opera and the Bavarian National Ballet Next we went to the Residenz or the Royal Palace which was the home of all the Dukes, Electors and Kings of Bavarias during their reigns. The other side of the entrance. The entrance to the inside of the palace. [tv] After about 3 hours walking around the palace, we sat on a bench outside to catch our breath. It's hard for us TVs to walk around for 3 hours straight with little legs like ours but we had fun. After our mini-break, we walked up north towards Odenplatz. On our way there, we noticed this cafe called Nespresso with an ad with George Clooney in it. We were all surprised because we didn't think that we would see George Clooney on an ad in Germany but we thought it was cool. Finally we reached Odenplatz, First we saw the Theatinerkirche or the Church of St. Kajetan. The church contains the tombs od many of the Bavarian royals. Next we saw the Feldherrnhalle a tribute commissioned by King Ludwig I to the Bavarian Army. This also where Hilter's Beer Hall putsch failed. Later we tried to go see a movie but when we arrived we were either way to early or way to late. We also tried to find this sushi restaurant but apparently it doesn't exist anymore so we ended up at McDonald's.
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Mar 22, 2010, 12:48 am	Hi Mom, Today we went back to the Old Town to go to the Hard Rock Cafe to have lunch. While waiting for our meal, we had some nice cold beer. After we browse though some souvenir shops and just walked around. Then we sat and relaxed at cafe, drinking some Orange Fanta. Then we started to read a book about Agatha Christie. We were so comfortable that we stay for the rest of the afternoon and evening. Tomorrow we're taking a train to Berlin, the capital of Germany. So we're going to bed early to check the train tomorrow.
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Mar 22, 2010, 1:48 am	Hi Mom, Today we are leaving the beautiful city Munich to go to Berlin in the north end of the country. I tried to call you from outside the train station but I didn't know your number and my host mentioned that you might of been sleeping because of the time difference. This is the platform the train came on. While we wait for the train, my host brought some snacks that we could eat and take on the train with us. Finally the train arrives and we're on our way. It was an uneventful ride and we TVs fell asleep and didn't wake up until we got to the hostel. Wonder what our first day in Berlin has in store?
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Mar 23, 2010, 12:45 am	Hi Mom, Today we explored a bit of Berlin. First off we went to Alexanderplatz. We browsed through some shops and my host got some clothes for a couple of her siblings for their birthdays. Then we walked to the S-bahn station to go to another part of the city. We took the S-Bahn to Unter Den Linden to go see the Brandenburg Gate. It is the only remaining gate of a series through which you formerly entered Berlin. Here's a view of Unter Den Linden which is a boulevard with posh cafes, hotels, etc. Though it has other stuff as well. You can also see the Radio Tower in the background. We headed back on Unter Den Linden and stopped at a cafe to get something to eat. We tried some currywurst, a German delicacy. It's basically a sausage smothered in a curry sauce made out of Ketchup and curry powder. It also came with fries at the side. It was delicious. After our delicious meal, we headed off to Berlin Central Station for a change of scenery. We relaxed and had a coffee at a cafe inside the station for a while. Eventually we got sleepy so we left and went back to the hostel.
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Mar 23, 2010, 2:40 am	Hi Mom, Today we started off our day with KFC. The fries were ok but the Chicken Caesar Wrap was awesome. Everything was fresh and there was even big pieces of croutons. Yum!   We went to the East Side Gallery which is an outdoor museum that showcases the last remaining part of the Berlin Wall. The Berlin Wall today has been painted by various painters. Is is one part of the wall. Later we went back to Unter Den Linden to go to this cafe called Einstein. Inside, we had a caffe latte in a glass and some cheesecake. The latte was good but the cheesecake not so much. Later we headed south to Potsdamer Platz to watch a movie. The theatre is located in the Sony Centre. Since we were a little early, we decided to get something to eat. We ended up eating at an Australian restaurant. After dinner we went to go see Sherlock Holmes. It was interesting to note that movie theatres here have assigned seating which surprised me but we enjoyed the movie anyhow.
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Mar 23, 2010, 3:56 am	Hi Mom, We didn't do to much today. We rode the S-Bahn to check out the rest of the city. Here we are sitting on the train. After we went to Burger King for dinner, not so bad. I'm a little sad because tomorrow is our last day but we're going to have fun anyways.
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Mar 23, 2010, 4:15 am	Hi Mom, Today's our last day in Germany. First we went to the Hard Rock Cafe for some lunch. This was fun. We were planning to go to this flea market after lunch but we found this in the station so we played here instead. You do have to pay by it was fun playing with the train and stuff. On the way back to the hostel we noticed this ad for KFC, kind of funny. I had fun in Germany but tomorrow we're going back to Canada. Hopefully I can come back here someday.
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Mar 23, 2010, 4:48 am	Hi Mom, We're at the airport now, waiting for our flight. This time around we're flying through London to get back Canada. My next update will be on the other side of the pond.
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Mar 23, 2010, 3:17 pm	Hi Mom, Today, my host showed us a package she picked up from the post office. We tried to open the package it proved to be to much, so my host helped us out. Now we're opening the box... ...and found a TV inside...a Moose TV. His name is Marty the Moose and he's from England. He showed us a card and a postcard his Mom sent with him. As well as the keychain. I also helped him complete a life mission which was to meet another Moose TV. I'm glad I helped him out  !
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Mar 23, 2010, 3:53 pm	Hi Mom, Today we're going on anotheer trip. My host won't say where but she says that it's not to far and we'll only be there for a weekend. So our bags are pack and we're hitting the road... ...to the airport. Here we are waiting for our flight. We're a little tried right now because our gate changed so we had to walk from one end of the terminal to another.
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Mar 23, 2010, 5:15 pm	And guess where we are mom? We're in Toronto right now...well the airport. When I asked if we're going to see any sites, my host said no because she's here to visit some family that lived in near Mississauga. We're waiting to be picked up by my host's Aunt and Uncle and then we're going to dinner.
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Mar 23, 2010, 5:35 pm	Hi Mom, Today we hung out with my host's sister's toys. We told them about Toyvoyagers and talked about traveling in general. One of them, (I think his name was Vines), expressed interest in becoming one. He said he will talk with his Mom and see if she will allow him to.
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Mar 23, 2010, 8:28 pm	Hi Mom, My host told me that I'm going to Australia next. So I'm going to leave tomorrow with Cpl.Flapjack Jr who's going to Austria. So today we decided to go to the movies. We decided to go see Alice in Wonderland in IMAX 3D. It was a really good movie. After the movie we went to a Mexican restaurant called Carlos and Pepes for the "Bon Voyage" party. We had "super" cheese nachos with guacamole and a Banana Daiquiri. Later we hung out at Starbucks and had a Vanilla Latte. We just relaxed and talked about tomorrow and about traveling. When we got back we continued the party with some Sangria. Don't worry Mom, I didn't drink to much.
imahockeynut tina1_1tuna@hotmail.com Posted Mar 24, 2010, 7:39 pm	Hi Mom, I'm a little sad to leave today because I made some awesome friends and had a great time here but I'm super excited to go Australia. I'm not the only one leaving though, Cpl.Flapjack Jr is also leaving today but he's going to Austria. So now it's time to say our goodbyes and got into a group hug. Me and Cpl.Flapjack climbed into our envelopes while Marty the Moose and PollyWally waved goodbye Well, this is it. Next time you'll see me I'll be in Australia. Goodbye Canada, hope to see you again someday.
Ford Posted Apr 7, 2010, 4:17 am	Hi Mum I arrived at my new host's place on Easter Tuesday. We had heaps of fun! I met anothe TV called Rafiki, he's just about to start his first adventure. I got to feed the goldfish, there's even a snail in the tank! Later we went for a walk to Cornelian bay, we passed the New Town Hockey Courts and I saw a truck with a pretty rad picture painted on the back of it. I got pretty puffed, so I had a rest on a park bench, then we walked up a track were you get a pretty awesome view of the boatsheds and boats. We could also see Mount Wellington, it was a bit cloudy though, and the Tasman Bridge that crosses the Derwent River. I had an awesome day, will write again soon
Ford Posted Apr 16, 2010, 1:24 am	Hey! My host has been busy at work so we haven't been doing much since my last update. She tells me we are going on a trip this weekend though, I can't wait to find out where we go! Last night we went for some dinner and a drink down in Salamanca. Salamanca is a street that runs along the Hobart waterfront, there are lots of pubs, bars and restaurants and on Saturdays they have markets. We went to Cargo Bar, they have yummy pizza and you can sit outside and watch all the people. I had some beer too (I really liked the beer). When we got home we had some left over easter eggs for dessert. bye for now, I'll write again soon. <3 Munchy.
Ford Posted May 6, 2010, 12:35 am	Hi there! I got to go to work with my host today (her desk is really messy). its been really cold here. Its Friday tomorrow though, so hopefully we get to do some exciting stuff on the weekend. Our last trip unfortunately got cancelled, but my host promised we will go somewhere soon. Love Munchy xx
Ford Posted May 10, 2010, 2:25 am	Hi there! My host took me on a road trip this weekend. She grew up in Dover, a small seaside town on the south east coast of Tasmania, and just about the most southern town in Australia. We set off on Friday night after work to spend the weekend with her family for mothers day. I met her little dog Bob, he thought I smelled pretty good, and I learnt about her favourite Aussie Rules Football team - Carlton (you can see a photo of me with a scarf on. There's pictures of me in my host's old back yard and one with the catholic church next door, and also one of me in the main road, with a park and war memorial behind me. On Sunday we walked down to Kent beach and I got to play on a playground that looks like a boat, then we went to the RSL club for a mothers day lunch. Bye for now x
Ford Posted May 25, 2010, 12:28 am	Helloo, We went for another Drive to Dover on the weekend. Its so cold here at the moment, but still sunny most days. Here's a picture of me and another toy voyager Bubba Apes at our hosts Nan's house. Talk soon xx
Ford Posted Jun 2, 2010, 1:09 am	Hi! Its getting very cold here in Tasmania (its almost Winter now), so my host took me on a trip to the laundrette in Moonah to dry her washing. While we were waiting we took some photos! Now I've visited another place that starts with M love Munchy
Ford Posted Jun 2, 2010, 6:05 am	Oh my gosh! Our host surprised us with a trip to Melbourne this weekend. Here are some photos of me and Bubba Apes having some drinks on the plane. More photos of our trip are to come Munchy x
Ford Posted Jun 2, 2010, 7:00 am	We stayed at the Ritz Backpackers in St kilda (a Suburb of the City of Melbourne). It was really nice there and is above an awesome pub called the Elephant and Wheelbarrow. Up the street from the backpackers there are heaps of fancy bars and places to eat. We found a really nice British cafe called the Embassy where we had breakfast there everyday and the owners loved Bubba Apes and me. They'd talk to us and ask what we'd like to eat. Here are some photos of us at the backpackers and the cafe. Love Munchy x
Ford Posted Jun 2, 2010, 7:34 am	We went to Luna Park on Saturday, it was heaps on fun. The weather wasn't that great, but that was ok because we didn't have to line up long for the rides We had photos taken at the entrance (a giant laughing clown face) and on the ghost ride and merry go round. All othe rides were a bit to scary for my host to take photos on, but we got to go on them and had sooo much fun!!!
Ford Posted Jun 28, 2010, 6:27 am	Hi! We went for another drive to Dover on the weekend. We spent hours playing in my Host's parent's and grandparent's yards. I was so tired at the end of the day. here are some photos we took. lots of love Munchy

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