While performing my Olympic duties, I must wear this badge around my neck at all times. After getting my credential, I proceeded to special line where my passport was checked and stamped. Next, another Olympic volunteer guided me to where I could collect my luggage. It was wonderful to be met by Julie, a friend I met through a girl scouting organization. Julie had stayed with me in the United States for a month about 10 years ago.
People here drive on the left side of the road.
Fortunately, I arrived on a Saturday so the traffic was light. Driving in Australia was a big adjustment and a funny one at the same time. I kept turning on my windshield wipers instead of my turn signal. Everything is just opposite from that of an American car. The cars are smaller in this country.