Monthly Archives: May 2015

I Don’t Know What To Say

Posted on May 31, 2015 by Helga

Recently, a number of my Facebook friends have lost children. I have watched in anguish as they have been faced with dreadful unexpected news. I don’t know what to say and all I can do is pray. I don’t know … Continue reading →

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Avocado Bread

Posted on May 30, 2015 by Helga

With avocados back in season, you may be interested in trying this Avocado bread. I found it this week and intended to make it but never got around to it. It uses coconut flour which is less expensive than almond flour. … Continue reading →

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Making Marriage Work – Love Unconditionally

Posted on May 29, 2015 by Helga

I was amazed at reading the story of Kay Arthur. Kay and her husband Jack are the founders of Precept Ministries. Kay’s first husband was man named Tom. On the second night of their honeymoon, Tom sat Kay down and … Continue reading →

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Pray Against This…

Posted on May 28, 2015 by Helga

There are things that people believe that are wrong. I’m sure, most times, they don’t know how wrong they are and they are led into all sorts of bad stuff that is wholly against the Bible and takes people on … Continue reading →

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4 Months Since the van Breda Murders

Posted on May 27, 2015 by Helga

Four  months ago today Capetonians woke to the shocking news that a Stellenbosch family, living in a prestigious gated golfing community had been viciously attacked in what appeared to be an overnight home invasion. Three of the five family members … Continue reading →

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Creepy Spider at the Door!

Posted on May 26, 2015 by Helga

Last night there was a howl of a cat fight and I recognised Truffles ‘voice’ amidst the screeching. Mike went out one door and I unlocked the front door and threw it open. I was about to barge out, but … Continue reading →

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Today I’m Giving Away R192

Posted on May 25, 2015 by Helga

This week is Child Protection Week. So often when these significant weeks come up, we may hear about them and the most I have done in the past is perhaps put a few coins into a tin that someone is … Continue reading →

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The Comparison Trap

Posted on May 24, 2015 by Helga

I’ve written about this before, in saying comparison is toxic. Comparison robs us of our daily joy. It’s easy to compare – from very young, we compare toys with friends,  we compare looks with magazine pictures, we compare gifts and skills … Continue reading →

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Banting Chocolate Brownies

Posted on May 23, 2015 by Helga

Chocolate Brownies are generally one of life’s delicious treats. When you are low carbing, traditional brownies have whimper out the back door with their high sugar, high carb tail between their legs. This recipe came from  Nicoletta‘s website, made by … Continue reading →

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What If?

Posted on May 22, 2015 by Helga

It’s easy to ask ‘What if’ for the all the stuff that may have happened in your life…what if my parents had chosen to come to Cape Town in 1960 and not Rhodesia; what if they had been happily married, … Continue reading →

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Divorce Is Not An Option

Posted on May 21, 2015 by Helga

I once wrote a book! I titled it “52 Ways to a Happier Marriage” with the thought that readers could spend a week reading each chapter and thinking about it. I wrote it, but I never looked to having it … Continue reading →

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The Meaning Of Life Uncovered!

Posted on May 20, 2015 by Helga

“What is the meaning of life?” There are 384 million results on Google! A lot of people are keen to know the answer to this question. Here’s mine: In my mind, the Old Testament book of Ecclesiastes is almost 12 chapters … Continue reading →

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Finding the Low Carb/Banting Balance

Posted on May 19, 2015 by Helga

I think you can be too extreme when it comes to the Banting/Low Carb lifestyle. I’m not talking about diabetics, who have to be serious about what they eat. I’m not talking about the morbidly obese who need a serious change … Continue reading →

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Marli van Breda Out & About

Posted on May 18, 2015 by Helga

The South African You Magazine dated 21st May 2015 covered Marli van Breda first shopping and then heading for her school to watch her boyfriend play rugby. She went with her boyfriends, mother, simply referred to as Christelle. The two … Continue reading →

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Betty’s Bay Weekend 15th to 17th May 2015

Posted on May 17, 2015 by Helga

  This is the first time that load-shedding has interrupted my blog preparation. I have 23 minutes to get this posted AND make coffee before the power goes out! So here goes. We had a fabulous weekend away at Betty’s … Continue reading →

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