Author Archives: Helga

A Visit to Des & Marcy

Posted on February 7, 2025 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today was a super hot day in Cape Town. As we began the work week on Monday morning,  at the beach with a wonderful swim, we ended the work week in the same way – at the … Continue reading →

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Another Medical Appointment Done

Posted on February 6, 2025 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie Today I ticked another required and overdue appointment when I went to the oral hygienist. I decided to walk which was great. She gave my teeth a good clean and suggested I get some of this… Apparently … Continue reading →

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159 Steps

Posted on February 5, 2025 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie It’s been good hearing how busy you are. You have taken grade 1 by storm – swimming, playing tennis, athletics, home work and amidst it all, when it’s cooler, taking Pennie for walks. She is so cute. … Continue reading →

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Flights Booked

Posted on February 4, 2025 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie Today was a day of work work work work work. I didn’t do much else. While it’s been a beautiful day, I’ve been largely glued to my office chair with my hands speeding across the keyboard. It … Continue reading →

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Chat Boxes for the Win

Posted on February 3, 2025 by Helga

Monday Dear Elsie Today has been another fine summer’s day. No wind, abundant sunshine and blue skies all round. We went to the beach and I had a wonderful 35 minute swim. A perfect way to start the day. When … Continue reading →

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Beach to Beach

Posted on February 2, 2025 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today was the day we went to the beach and did a short mountain walk. The water was much warmer than yesterday. I had a good swim and that was followed by a restful day. Later in … Continue reading →

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Not Seaweed, Seals or Sharks

Posted on February 1, 2025 by Helga

Saturday Dear Elsie Today we went to the beach. There were not loads and loads of people in the water. It was not seaweed, seals or sharks keeping them out – it was a Celsius issue! The water was COLD!  … Continue reading →

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My Feet are in Good Hands

Posted on January 31, 2025 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today was the day I went to the podiatrist. I’ve been a couple of times and it was about 3 years ago that I first went, but today, I went to the super-duper technologically advanced podiatrist. He … Continue reading →

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Elsie’s Sports

Posted on January 30, 2025 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie Wow, you have had a busy sporting week. Last evening was your school sports day. I’m glad they had it in the late afternoon so it wasn’t so hot. Lining up for the sprints… Then today there … Continue reading →

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Kelp and Dolphins

Posted on January 29, 2025 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Today was the day we went to the beach and found an abundance of seaweed. Getting into the water meant walking through the hidden stuff. Once I got out of depth, it improved. Out at the barrel … Continue reading →

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We Are Next…

Posted on January 28, 2025 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie This is probably going to depress someone! Recently, I’ve been thinking about the brevity of life. I’m 60 and the years ahead are far less than those behind. As I started the book of Exodus the other … Continue reading →

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Windiest Day of January

Posted on January 27, 2025 by Helga

Monday Dear Elsie Today we blew vigorously into the new week. A fierce south-easter – 50km/hour came roaring through. Photos don’t do the strength of the wind justice. The birds are struggling to fly. The beach looks like a washing … Continue reading →

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Very Busy Working Sunday

Posted on January 26, 2025 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today was a busy working day. Ruth came and we got stuck into the Seaview Apartment. I cleaned the bedroom and washed the bedroom windows. She did the rest. Then she moved down to the Loft as … Continue reading →

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Walking from Ou Kaapse Weg to Home

Posted on January 25, 2025 by Helga

Saturday Dear Elsie Today was the day I had a nice long chat with your Mom and I caught up with all your news. You have been doing very well in Grade 1. You like your teacher and are super … Continue reading →

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Good Last Working Day of the Week

Posted on January 24, 2025 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie, Today was a good last working day of the week. We started the day by going to the beach. I try not make too many appointments on a Friday. It leaves the day less busy and I … Continue reading →

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