Design Team Sketch Submmission

I teach a class at The Scrapbook Store a couple of times a year where the layouts are based on a sketch which is a template for a layout. Sketches are a great way to get some inspiration when you have a mental block.
Recently I received a message from Little Shop of Sketches about a search for new design team submissions. I decided to give it a try. I had to create a layout based on a specific sketch from the blog.  Here is my take on the sketch. I  hope you like it.

Link to the sketch:
http://littleshopofsketches.wordpress.com/2011/03/21/sketch-82/

G'day Mate!

Welcome to my first post!
Right now I am in the throes of getting ready for our trip to Australia. I can hardly believe it every time I say it out loud that we're going. We'll be spending 4 days in Sydney (where the temps have been in the mid-60s) and then 5 days in Cairns at the Great Barrier Reef (where temps are in the low 80s). So we need to pack clothes for 2 types of temperatures. Luckily we each have BIG suitcases. I'm a little anxious about the length of the flight. It is 14 hours from LA to Sydney. I think I'll be a bit stir crazy and need to do some laps on the plane. I will definintely be taking something with me to help me sleep.
I am looking forward to really experiencing this fascinating country. So until next time...throw another shrimp on the barbie. No Worries!