Author Archives: Helga

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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Interesting Moment

Posted on January 23, 2025 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie Today was a busy day with a few interesting moments. When we moved into this house, we quickly learned a few rules – never go upstairs empty handed. This rule we tell the guests. The stairs are … Continue reading →

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A Day That Was Cooking!

Posted on January 22, 2025 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie, Today was a day that was cooking! It was warm and sunny. The breeze blew refreshingly through the house. We opened all the doors. Outside it was hot. I went to the beach alone this morning. Mike … Continue reading →

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No Exercise, Lots of Work

Posted on January 21, 2025 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie Today was the day I did no exercise but a lot of work. The wind was blowing & Julian was leaving so instead of walking or going to the beach for a swim, we stayed home & … Continue reading →

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RATScallion

Posted on January 20, 2025 by Helga

Monday Dear Elsie Today was the day, we didn’t go to the beach. I went for a walk but decided to break into a job, trotting down the hills and mostly walking up them.  According to my watch, it’s the … Continue reading →

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