Dina

about me, Dina 2009

Hi my name is Alexandrina, but people call me Dina. I was born in Madeira, Portugal but I have lived in Africa for 32 years. I have been in Australia for four years. I came to Australia to be with my family. When I first arrived I was confused by several things and the very hot days were hard to get used to. It is also very windy here. The weather in Africa was very cold in June and July but not windy like Perth. The country side was very green when all the farms were well looked after. Africa trees and the bush there is very different. The city I lived in was smaller than Perth. I lived in Harare, the capital of Zimbabwe. My city has less shops, buildings and people. Here it is easy to get jobs and to get a good education. It is also easy to find a place to live in WA.

My country of birth is Portugal. It is a great place to holiday; I recommend you go to Madeira. It is not expensive or cheap it is average in cost compared to Australia. It is an Island. It is easy to fly there. When you go you must try to book a hotel that has tours to the most important places, there are cultural, historical and pretty places to visit. Africa is also a great place to visit; the wild life is so beautiful. The Zimbabwe falls are a dream come true to see. But I would like to give my opinion about the falls, the best time to go there is between April, May, June and July when the falls are full of water towards Christmas time there is less water and of course not as good as when it is full. If you have never been to Africa you will be surprised what Africa really looks like. Trust me, it is not just Lions and bush. Those who were lucky to have lived there keep Africa in theirs hearts forever. Here is my photo when I was young, just a young smile to brighten your day.

I am now 60 years old. And you don’t want an old face on your computer! I have a daughter and a son and two beautiful grand children. I am so grateful for what I have: a family, a place to live, a very hard working husband and my faith in God. At 60 years old I am learning computers, I hope you like my story?