Author Archives: Helga

Lovely Sunshine After the Rain

Posted on July 8, 2025 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie It was such a blessing today to have an abundance of sunshine after the rain. The run rose with splendour and is setting with equal aplomb. It was easy to get the washing done and dry. Today … Continue reading →

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The Rain Has Gone for Now

Posted on July 7, 2025 by Helga

Monday Dear Elsie Today was the day we had piles of laundry that needed to be done. We did most of it, but have the final load tomorrow. While there were clouds today, we got enough sunshine to get the … Continue reading →

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I Love to Walk

Posted on July 6, 2025 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today was the day I was reminded how much I love to walk. When the rain looked as if it had passed, I took off, walking the mountain roads as far as Harrington Rd. I always find … Continue reading →

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A Very Chilled Day

Posted on July 5, 2025 by Helga

Saturday Dear Elsie Today was a very chilled day. It was cold and squalls of rain blew across the Peninsula. We had a late start. It was sometime around 11am that we began doing something useful. I did some cleaning. … Continue reading →

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Travelling Date

Posted on July 4, 2025 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today was the day you went back home. Ahhh, it was so wonderful to see you. You were fascinated by our snake! We will see you again soon. Not long after you left, the heavens opened and … Continue reading →

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Scratch Patch

Posted on July 3, 2025 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie Today was the day we went to the Scratch Patch. We had a great time choosing mainly pink, purple and blue stones. We haven’t been there for years and it was fun to find stones. I want … Continue reading →

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Look Who’s Come to Stay

Posted on July 2, 2025 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Today was the day YOU arrived! Yay! You built a hug stick castle and you also watched Grandpa make bread. Watching it in the breadmaker. When you have a lot of energy and you need to burn … Continue reading →

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Winter Sunrise

Posted on July 1, 2025 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie, Today was the day that came with a beautiful winter sunrise. I watched the colours change and took a few photos as different shades of pink and orange were splashed across the sky. This was moody 7.13am. … Continue reading →

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Fish Hoek Beach Solar Lights

Posted on June 30, 2025 by Helga

Monday Dear Elsie Today was the day I worked the entire day from sun up to almost sun down. June was a very full and productive month. July, I can imagine will be a little less demanding, but we will … Continue reading →

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First Days in Cape Town

Posted on June 29, 2025 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today I am going to tell you about my first days I spent in Cape Town. My friend R met me at Cape Town airport and took me to the Nurse’s home. Somerset Hospital Nurses Home had … Continue reading →

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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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