Author Archives: Helga

Spring Day

Posted on September 1, 2023 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today is the first day of September and in my mind the first day of spring, even if it’s not. The day was partly cloudy but turned to a beautiful day in the afternoon, so after several … Continue reading →

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Cats Visit the Vet

Posted on August 31, 2023 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie Today I took the cats to the vet. We got them 7 weeks ago today and there is no doubt that trust has built up between us. The other evening, after dark, I went to find Raiku. … Continue reading →

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Blue Moon

Posted on August 30, 2023 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Tonight there is a blue moon! We got to see it for a few minutes before the clouds rolled in ahead of the cold front. But what we did get to look at was the morning sun. … Continue reading →

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Monty Wins the Day

Posted on August 29, 2023 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie Today something crazy happened with the cats. Yesterday I ran out of their regular wet cat food, so I went and bought one tin of Pamper. They tucked in with great enthusiasm, but later, Raiku did not … Continue reading →

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The Big Book Removal

Posted on August 28, 2023 by Helga

Monday Dear Elsie Today was the day that tons and tons of books were moved out of Julian’s storage and onto a massive truck. Three years worth of book buying amounts to this. The garage was packed full of them … Continue reading →

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Walking the Simon’s Town Tracks

Posted on August 27, 2023 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today was the day we had some time together on video while we cleaned the Seaview Apartment. Guests left at 12noon. At the same time, I received a request from the guest who was due to arrive … Continue reading →

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China doesn’t matter any more

Posted on August 26, 2023 by Helga

Saturday Dear Elsie, Today was the day that David had to be in China before his visa expired. He is here, in Cape Town, moving forward as much as best as he can. Keeping his sense of humour. Showing resilience. … Continue reading →

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We Journeyed Home

Posted on August 25, 2023 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today was the day we came home, but we took the long route. This meant going via Betty’s Bay which is where we honeymooned 37 years ago. The place has grown up, but the road on which … Continue reading →

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Making Memories

Posted on August 24, 2023 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie Today was the day you and I had tea! I wonder if you will remember this day. When you are older and reading this, let me know if you do. We came through for a few hours  … Continue reading →

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To Cape Agulhas We Went

Posted on August 23, 2023 by Helga

Wednesday 23/8/23 Dear Elsie Today was the day we went to Cape Agulhas. What’s really exciting is tomorrow we get to see YOU! Last night it poured with rain and we got caught in it while we were in the … Continue reading →

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Mini Holiday

Posted on August 22, 2023 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie Today was the day we drove towards where you live, but stopped about an hour away and we’ll be here for a few days. The weather today was cold and wet and in Caledon it is very … Continue reading →

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Rain and Wind

Posted on August 21, 2023 by Helga

Monday Dear Elsie Today was the day that the wind blew and it rained. Meanwhile, guests left and the pile of washing grew, so we did 3 loads, which put a mighty strain on our washing line facilities and my … Continue reading →

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The Alarm Went Off

Posted on August 20, 2023 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today was the day I didn’t get dressed. I stayed in my pajamas the entire day. Shortly, I will go and shower and then get back into clean pajamas and climb into bed. A storm is brewing. … Continue reading →

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The Sunniest of August Days

Posted on August 19, 2023 by Helga

Saturday Dear Elsie Today was the day you and I spent quite some time hanging out on video chat. You took me to your bedroom and showed me your tent and all your ‘friends’ (toys) who were sleeping in the … Continue reading →

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The Wall is Getting Bigger

Posted on August 18, 2023 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today was the day the guests left and we prepared for more to arrive tomorrow. However, they are going into the cottage, leaving the Seaview Apartment available. I worked for several hours. This afternoon, I went up … Continue reading →

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