Author Archives: Helga

In the Nick of Time

Posted on March 13, 2024 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Today there was a massive burst water main in a pipe in one of the neighbouring roads. It’s going to take several hours to repair and work has only just begun. It’s going to be a long … Continue reading →

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The Beach Locals

Posted on March 12, 2024 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie I only took one photo today and it was of sunrise. It was a given that we would go to the beach. I did some early work and then we set off.  One of the fun and … Continue reading →

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Not Without Hope

Posted on March 11, 2024 by Helga

Monday Dear Elsie Today was the day we weren’t going to go to the beach. The wind was expected to be quite strong, but when we woke up, it wasn’t. Sunrise at 6.49am By 8am, it was a breeze so … Continue reading →

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Cycle Race Day

Posted on March 10, 2024 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today was the day 35000 cyclists went by. It’s always a very quiet day because they close the roads early. Absolutely no traffic noise. Then the sudden appearance of a helicopter, which swooped low to catch the … Continue reading →

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The Lowest Day

Posted on March 9, 2024 by Helga

Saturday Dear Elsie, Today was the lowest day since Claw’d went missing. It’s because it’s a week and I think reality has set in that it’s most likely he won’t come back. I spoke to the waste truck people today … Continue reading →

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Looking

Posted on March 8, 2024 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie The mist hung over the mountains at the start of today. I love this kind of weather… It resulted in a beautiful sunrise… Despite some early rain, with the sea so flat and calm, I couldn’t resist … Continue reading →

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Back to the Beach

Posted on March 7, 2024 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie, Today was the day we went back to the beach. The water was cooler than recently but it was very refreshing. The waves were perfect. It felt wonderful being out by the blue barrel. The swim did … Continue reading →

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Waiting for Darkness

Posted on March 6, 2024 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Today was another good day for you and I. I got to take you to school again. I gave you a big hug and goodbye and left you with your teacher while I headed back to Cape … Continue reading →

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Hanging Out With Elsie

Posted on March 5, 2024 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie Today was the day you and I hung out. I hope you remember this day. We had a lot of fun together. Mama and Papa had to go to Worcester, so I got to take you to … Continue reading →

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Very Rainy Road Trip to Swellendam

Posted on March 4, 2024 by Helga

Monday Dear Elsie Today is the day I drove through to your house on a very rainy day. It absolutely poured down but was particularly bad just for about 30km before & after Riviersonderend. That was when I drove at … Continue reading →

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Still No Claw’d

Posted on March 3, 2024 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie It’s been almost 36 hours since I last saw Claw’d. There’s been no signs of him anywhere. I’ve put his photo on the Whatsapp groups with little response. My head tells me this is the way with … Continue reading →

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Where is Claw’d?

Posted on March 2, 2024 by Helga

Saturday Dear Elsie Today when we spoke do you remember Raiku was around? He played with the ball and fish, but there was no Claw’d. And he’s still missing. I let him out at 5.30am this morning and he hasn’t … Continue reading →

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David’s Birthday 2024

Posted on March 1, 2024 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today Uncle David celebrated his birthday. We were sorry to not have you come to stay this weekend, but ill health has kept your family at home, which is wise. There will be many more opportunities & … Continue reading →

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David Recovering From Long Covid

Posted on February 29, 2024 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie Today was the day a new resident was installed on the gabion baskets. He stands tall and proud and keeps watch over the stairs. Julian read the book he’s just given me and it’s a delightful story … Continue reading →

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He Gasped

Posted on February 28, 2024 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Today was the day Granpa celebrated his birthday. We gave him his new tablet. He knew it was coming, but he didn’t know which kind. When he opened the box, he gasped!  He’s very happy. We went … Continue reading →

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