Author Archives: Helga

How I Came To Be In Cape Town

Posted on June 28, 2025 by Helga

Saturday Dear Elsie Today is the day I tell the story of how I came to be in Cape Town. Given that I was born in Zimbabwe – Lady Chancellor Maternity Home to be precise – 5th November 1964. I’m … Continue reading →

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I Beat the Rain

Posted on June 27, 2025 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today was the day you got your school report for Term 2 and you did so well. We are so proud of you. For me, work was relatively quiet, so as soon as it was light I … Continue reading →

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Fat Cat

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie Today was the day we weighed Raiku again and found he had gained 300g in a month. He’s now 6kg! He’s becoming a fat cat.  This is him a year ago. April 2024. Sleek and fit. Here … Continue reading →

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Cape of Storms Day

Posted on June 25, 2025 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Today was the day you tasted ice cream for the very first time and you loved it! Your blood results came back to say you have outgrown your allergies for wheat, gluten and dairy, so many fun … Continue reading →

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June Swim # 4

Posted on June 24, 2025 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie Today was the day we had our 4th swim this month. I think it may be our last given the massive cold fronts that are heading our way. This is what FlowX shows us will be happening … Continue reading →

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Unexpected Rain

Posted on June 23, 2025 by Helga

Monday Dear Elsie Today was the day after a terrible night sleep! I had too much sugar last night and I ended up not being able to fall asleep to start with and when I finally did, I woke up … Continue reading →

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Hiking in Our Own Back Yard

Posted on June 22, 2025 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today was the day we went hiking in our own back yard. Elsie, we climbed ‘your’ peak before breakfast!  It is something I have wanted to do for a long time but just haven’t had the opportunity. … Continue reading →

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Winter Solstice 2025

Posted on June 21, 2025 by Helga

Saturday Dear Elsie Today was the winter solstice for 2025 – the shortest day of the year and the longest night. This was the sun coming up behind the clouds. It was going to be a sunny day. And so … Continue reading →

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16 Years

Posted on June 20, 2025 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today is the day of your parent’s wedding anniversary! 16 years and you have been a precious part for 7 of those. It’s a warm and fuzzy day that brings back lots of happy memories. At their … Continue reading →

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Perfect Time to Walk to the End of Fish Hoek Beach

Posted on June 19, 2025 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie Today was the day we walked to the end of Fish Hoek beach and picked the perfect time to do it.  It was very low tide. There was a fresh northwesterly wind blowing and was quite chilly. … Continue reading →

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One Step at a Time

Posted on June 18, 2025 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Today was the day I took an early morning walk. Aloe, aloe, aloe! I did a 5km loop – an early morning walk is always the best. Courage has been hard at work on rebuilding our main … Continue reading →

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Roaming Raiku

Posted on June 17, 2025 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie Today was the day you got your marks for term 2. Life skills – 82% Maths – 85% Afrikaans- 90% English – 88 % Well done!! For us today was another drizzly day. I tried to get … Continue reading →

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Walking for a Purpose

Posted on June 16, 2025 by Helga

Monday Dear Elsie Today is Youth Day in South Africa so you, Elsie  also didn’t need to go to school. It was very quiet at our house, because Courage wasn’t here, but I still got to work. Rain was due … Continue reading →

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Father’s Day 2025

Posted on June 15, 2025 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today was Father’s Day and I’m sure you gave your Papa a great day. I know your Mom made muffins and waffles. It was good to see you today. For us, I walked to the shops quite … Continue reading →

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We Won a Cricket World Cup

Posted on June 14, 2025 by Helga

Saturday Dear Elsie Today was another glorious winter’s day. We went to the beach early and had a lovely swim. The water is cold, but I’m wearing my spring suit which really helps. I’m not taking my cell phone to … Continue reading →

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