Author Archives: Helga

Naughty Cat

Posted on August 23, 2024 by Helga

Friday  Dear Elsie Today was the day Raiku was very naughty.  He was cross with me because I had put Bravecto on him to prevent him getting covered in ticks and fleas from the mountainside. He objected in no uncertain … Continue reading →

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Signs of Summer

Posted on August 22, 2024 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie, Today was the day we woke to one of the main signs of summer: a strong south-easterly wind. The sunrise was beautiful. The wind blew throughout the morning, but by lunchtime, it had abated. I worked until … Continue reading →

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Mountainside Will Soon Be Blocked

Posted on August 21, 2024 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Today was the day we did an evening walk along the mountainside. You once went with me. This was in March last year.  We used to have to do this….(Jan 2023) But now there is a wall … Continue reading →

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Claire with the Hair

Posted on August 20, 2024 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie One of the most colourful residents on our street is Claire with the hair. She tints her hair all sorts of colours. She is very involved in the neighbourhood watch and it was through her that I … Continue reading →

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Passing By A Tiny Home

Posted on August 19, 2024 by Helga

Monday Dear Elsie Today was a busy work day but I did manage to get out for a couple of walks. The first one was at lunchtime, when I walked to the end of the road, then did a loop … Continue reading →

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A Jaunt into Cape Town

Posted on August 18, 2024 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today was the day we had a jaunt into Cape Town. We drove along Chapman’s Peak, through Camp’s Bay and had brunch at the Blue Cafe…. a favourite of ours. Mike had tea which came with a … Continue reading →

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A Walk Over The Mountain

Posted on August 17, 2024 by Helga

Saturday Dear Elsie Today was the day we went stomping over the mountainside. We headed up ‘your’ peak. We walked from home, taking Contour Way to Mountain Rd and starting on the mountainside from there. I love walking on the  … Continue reading →

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A Whale of a Day

Posted on August 16, 2024 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today was an absolutely stunning day. The sun shone and the sky was blue and the whales came out to play. I worked and then went for a walk on the mountainside behind us. I haven’t done … Continue reading →

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Our “Camino” Walk

Posted on August 15, 2024 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie Today was the day we did what I sometimes refer to as a ‘Camino’ Walk. The reason for it is because there are a number of Camino slack-packing walks around the Western Cape which look lovely but … Continue reading →

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Ingrid Turns 60

Posted on August 14, 2024 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Today was the day I took most of the morning off because my friend Ingrid turned 60. She is the 3rd friend this month. We went to a lovely restaurant at Constantia Uitsig and had coffee and … Continue reading →

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Caught in the Rain

Posted on August 13, 2024 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie Today was the day we got fully caught in the rain, but before I tell you about that, I want to throw in this photo of the sun rising earlier.  This was 7.30am Our new guests arrived … Continue reading →

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The Burnt House Has a Roof

Posted on August 12, 2024 by Helga

Monday Dear Elsie When the dreadful fire happened in early April, there were two houses that were burned to the ground and the owners lost everything. It was beyond tragic. One remains in ashes, but the other has risen. This … Continue reading →

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Out and About on Sunday

Posted on August 11, 2024 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today was the day we were out and about. We decided to do some walking so headed for the Admiral’s Waterfall in Simon’s Town. With all the rain, it was sure to be a sight. We were … Continue reading →

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The Anniversary Bash

Posted on August 10, 2024 by Helga

Saturday Dear Elsie Today was a windy, rainy, stormy day. I did get quite a lot done. I walked, I shopped, I cleaned, I did most of my taxes and I spoke to you. So, despite the weather it was … Continue reading →

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Anniversary 38

Posted on August 9, 2024 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today was our 38th wedding anniversary. This will be a super short entry. Mainly because it’s past my bedtime so I’ll keep this brief. As it was a work day in the UK, I worked for most … Continue reading →

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