Author Archives: Helga

Misty Fish Hoek

Posted on December 22, 2021 by Helga

Wednesday – 3 days til Christmas Today was the day… We went to the beach. The day began with an abundance of promise of still weather and sunshine, but not long after I got in the water, mist began to … Continue reading →

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Oh Deer!

Posted on December 21, 2021 by Helga

Tuesday – 4 days til Christmas – Today was the day… …the longest day of the year! Summer solstice AND the 21st day of the 21st year of the 21st century. 🙂 An amazing day. For the first time since … Continue reading →

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Good Plumbing Solution

Posted on December 20, 2021 by Helga

Monday Today was the day… We had a blocked loo in the cottage. The family who left at about 7:30am, left everything in great shape but mentioned that the downstairs toilet was draining very slowly. I told Mike so he … Continue reading →

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Sunday Morning at the Beach

Posted on December 19, 2021 by Helga

Sunday – 6 days til Christmas! Today was the day… We got to swim! There was a lot of seaweed in the water – kelpy bits and pieces, so I didn’t too too much swimming. I managed 1.5km, but the … Continue reading →

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The Birds are Back

Posted on December 18, 2021 by Helga

Saturday – 7 days til Christmas! Today was the day… The birds came back in variety and number. One of the fun moments of the day was watching a young long-tailed sugar bird holding court and protecting his turf. Other … Continue reading →

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Creative Christmas Gift

Posted on December 17, 2021 by Helga

Friday Today was the day… I wrote all over David’s Christmas present! A few years ago David gave me a diary that he had opened and written messages on certain days…all the birthdays particularly. Today I’ve done the same. He … Continue reading →

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The Unpredictable Cape Weather

Posted on December 16, 2021 by Helga

Thursday Today was the day… Of more unpredictable Cape Town weather. The south-easter is roaring as I type. It’s crazy how windy it has been – more than last year, it seems.  It’s forecast to be quite windy for the … Continue reading →

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Patio Done For Now

Posted on December 15, 2021 by Helga

Wednesday Today was the day… Courage finished the patio. It is as done as it’s going to be until next year. At least there is not sand blowing everywhere. From the front door this morning… Courage working on the grass… … Continue reading →

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Patio Nearly Done

Posted on December 14, 2021 by Helga

Tuesday Today was the day… We made massive strides on the patio outside the front door. It looked like this last week… This evening it looks like this…. Wait for tomorrow’s photo! It took a while to get to this … Continue reading →

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Getting into the Christmas Vibe

Posted on December 13, 2021 by Helga

Monday Today was the day… We put the Christmas tree up in the guesthouse! Not that it took too much time. Ruth came to clean ahead of guests coming in tomorrow. They are a busy family of 5, with 15 … Continue reading →

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Very Still Windless Day

Posted on December 12, 2021 by Helga

Sunday Today was the day… I got a number of things achieved. It’s been a very still windless day and so I came out onto the balcony to do the blog. I’m happy to be out here, because the balcony … Continue reading →

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Guesthouse is Empty

Posted on December 11, 2021 by Helga

Saturday Today was the day… The family in the cottage shipped on out. They were booked for 5 people but last night slept 8! At least they told me and paid for the extra. They also did the EFT for … Continue reading →

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Entrance Under Construction

Posted on December 10, 2021 by Helga

Friday Today was the day… Courage started building the wall immediately to the left of our front door. This is coming up the steps… This is from the top step looking in what will be a big door… Mike on … Continue reading →

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No More Side-Effects

Posted on December 9, 2021 by Helga

Thursday Today was the day… I woke up well rested and full of energy. No more side-effects from the J&J Booster. Mike had no side-effects at all from his, although he did complain of slight fatigue this afternoon. A strong … Continue reading →

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J&J Booster Side Effects

Posted on December 8, 2021 by Helga

Wednesday Today was the day… I was tired. I felt very little energy and a mild headache after yesterday’s booster jab. It’s good to know the stuff works! I still had work to do but I cancelled an afternoon appointment … Continue reading →

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