Author Archives: Helga

Our Courtyard Gate is Finished

Posted on June 9, 2023 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today was a day with many things that happened and one of the big things was the gate to our courtyard got finished and hung. Mike, Courage and Brian all needed to get it in place. Well … Continue reading →

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Waiting and Praying and Hoping and Trusting

Posted on June 8, 2023 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie Today was the day there was more rain. I cannot remember a year where we have had so many cold fronts come crashing into the Cape as early in the winter as this. For the last few … Continue reading →

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A Good Fishing Morning

Posted on June 7, 2023 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Today was the day we saw a lot of fishing boats out in the bay. They were there when we woke up, so clearly it was a good morning for fishing. All the lights in the dark … Continue reading →

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Due Diligence

Posted on June 6, 2023 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie As you grow up you’ll eventually hear about the term ‘Due Diligence.’ I looked up the definition. It’s quite good to know because as we have a couple of units on Airbnb and as a result there … Continue reading →

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Today Was Cold

Posted on June 5, 2023 by Helga

Monday Dear Elsie Today was the day I saw a photo of you eating lunch at school and rocking on the rocking horse singing at the top of your voice! I love to see photos and videos of you. Here … Continue reading →

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Tanks Overflowed

Posted on June 4, 2023 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today was the day it poured with rain in the afternoon and the tanks started to overflow. The only thing was is the water was gushing down the mountain and over the gabion baskets and down some … Continue reading →

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After the Storm

Posted on June 3, 2023 by Helga

Saturday Dear Elsie Last night there was a big storm! The wind was very strong and the rain came down in buckets. By morning, the wind had dropped, but one of our balcony chair cushions had disappeared. It was quite … Continue reading →

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A Storm is Brewing

Posted on June 2, 2023 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today is the day a storm is brewing. It’s all overcast and the wind is blowing in from the north. Also, the temperature has dropped and it’s got cold. Wind guru is always a good predictor of … Continue reading →

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The Lamp is Up & On

Posted on June 1, 2023 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie Today was the day we got to turn on the lamp at the top of the stairs. These things don’t just happen. The need to get designed, materials ordered & then constructed…all by Mike. The electrics need … Continue reading →

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The Extruder

Posted on May 31, 2023 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Today was the day I watched a video your Mom sent of you cleaning the ‘extruder!’ It’s so amazing that you can say such a big word and actually know what it is. You have a plastic … Continue reading →

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Winter Has Arrived

Posted on May 30, 2023 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie Today was the day it was cold and rainy for most of the day. Last night there was torrential downpours and strong winds. This morning dawned with less wind and very overcast skies. Today’s rain arrived earlier … Continue reading →

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Mike in his Workshop

Posted on May 29, 2023 by Helga

Monday Dear Elsie Today was the day a strong black south-easter blew and a cold front started to make landfall. I got dressed up warmly in the long jersey I bought in Milan. Julian will remember the event. Mike was … Continue reading →

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Sit & Knit

Posted on May 28, 2023 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today was the day I spent some time sitting and knitting. That was after church. The big knit project has everything to do with you. You love red & I figured knitting you a red blanket would … Continue reading →

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Waffles for Breakfast

Posted on May 27, 2023 by Helga

Saturday Dear Elsie It was good to speak to you today! I’m glad you liked the frilly skirt I gave you for your birthday. I can’t wait to see you again soon. I didn’t tell you but today was the … Continue reading →

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Fish Hoek Dune Rehabilitation

Posted on May 26, 2023 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today it has been overcast and chilly. Late yesterday afternoon, we took a walk to Fish Hoek to see the dune rehabilitation. We could see they had been working on the dunes but now there is more … Continue reading →

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