Author Archives: Helga

Guest Medical Drama

Posted on February 17, 2025 by Helga

Monday Dear Elsie Today was the day you got a reward star at school for being a good example to your classmates! Well done! We are so proud of you! For us it’s been a busy Monday. I have worked … Continue reading →

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Home from Swellendam

Posted on February 16, 2025 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today before I left Swellendam,  you and I had a good time together. We threw the ball to each other, I read to you (Mr Tickle and Mrs Magic) and we had a fun time with Pennie. … Continue reading →

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Swellendam in the Summer

Posted on February 15, 2025 by Helga

Saturday Dear Elsie Today was the day I came to see you! And here you are standing next to me watching me write these words. I love you my darling! I drove through with Julian who dropped me here and … Continue reading →

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Holes in the Ground

Posted on February 14, 2025 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie I have a fun unexpected excursion tomorrow. Julian has to go to George, so he’s dropping me off in Swellendam and I’m going to see you my Elsie darling! He’ll pick me up on the way back … Continue reading →

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I Bought a Chair

Posted on February 13, 2025 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie Today was the day I bought a wicker chair. For all our married lives we have loved to buy second-hand furniture. Our house is full of it. Today I got our next piece. Yesterday I saw a … Continue reading →

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Raiku & the Pigeon

Posted on February 12, 2025 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Today was the day we didn’t go to the beach after all.  I had to pick up my new orthotics at 9.15am. David came up for coffee before hand, so it worked out well. We had a … Continue reading →

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My Car Crash of 1984

Posted on February 11, 2025 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie Today I went for a windy walk and while walking,  my mind went back to my car crash of 1984. I’ve had a few minor incidents since, but this was the first and the worst.  My first … Continue reading →

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Rinse or Spit

Posted on February 10, 2025 by Helga

Monday Dear Elsie Today I venture into the world of dentistry. In the last month I had a broken tooth fixed and an oral hygiene appointment, so it was not a surprise when a reel came up on my Instagram … Continue reading →

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Cleaning Day

Posted on February 9, 2025 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today, the highlight of the day surely was having a chat with you. You are so full of energy and fun to speak to. You told me all about the drama at school and how friendly your … Continue reading →

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The New Loo

Posted on February 8, 2025 by Helga

Saturday Dear Elsie Today was the day that dawned overcast and cloudy. It was a perfect day for a hike but we had other things on the go. Three guys were coming with Courage to work an extra day, to … Continue reading →

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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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