Author Archives: Helga

Slowing me Down

Posted on June 27, 2021 by Helga

Sunday Today was the day… We swam and we walked. I was the only person in the sea, which does suggest it wasn’t much of a swimming day. After we got home, we had a nice long video chat with … Continue reading →

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Race to the Top of the Hill

Posted on June 26, 2021 by Helga

Saturday Today was the day… We slept late and then walked to Fish Hoek for some groceries. We got caught in the rain going down, so we took refuge at Sunny Cove station while the shower passed… We only left … Continue reading →

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Spotted!

Posted on June 25, 2021 by Helga

Friday Today was the day… We were spotted at the beach. I won’t say stalked! We can never take photos of ourselves at the beach, so what fun to open my cell phone on our return home this morning to … Continue reading →

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Getting our Hosting Going

Posted on June 24, 2021 by Helga

Thursday Today was the day… I got TWO bookings! The one came through late last night when I was fast asleep. When I woke up this morning there it was  –  a couple wanting to come tomorrow and stay until … Continue reading →

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Swimming Thro’ Winter

Posted on June 23, 2021 by Helga

Wednesday Today was the day… It rained on and off. At 7:30am, it poured down. Mike pulled the duvet up and snuggled down a little deeper. At 7:45am, I said, “The rain has stopped. Are we going to go to … Continue reading →

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Swimming in the Rain

Posted on June 22, 2021 by Helga

Tuesday Today was the day… It rained and we swam in it. The rain was due to come overnight, but by this morning, the balcony and balustrade were dry. As we hadn’t gone to the beach yesterday, we really were … Continue reading →

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Winter Solstice

Posted on June 21, 2021 by Helga

Monday Today was the day… We did not go to the beach. Perhaps we should have as, although the wind was blowing, it wasn’t raining. We think it will be raining by the time tomorrow comes. Yay, we need the … Continue reading →

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Warm Windy Father’s Day

Posted on June 20, 2021 by Helga

Sunday Today was the day… …that is Father’s Day! When we woke up, we could feel it was strangely warm. A winter berg wind was blowing from the north and it was hot. View from my bed… The beach was … Continue reading →

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What Winter is This?

Posted on June 19, 2021 by Helga

Saturday Today was the day… Winter packed up her chill and hibernated, sending sunshine and warmth to replace any semblance of the drizzle that was here a couple of days ago. It was as splendid as any summer’s day could … Continue reading →

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Next Guests!

Posted on June 18, 2021 by Helga

Friday Today was the day… One set of guests left and the next ones arrived. It was a busy day, stripping the beds, washing the linen, cleaning, sanitising and double checking. A check list is a must. With the couple … Continue reading →

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One Year Down the Line

Posted on June 17, 2021 by Helga

Thursday Today was the day… That was a year after my orthognathic surgery. In this 2 minute animated video, I had the mandibular advancement – which is the third example. So much has happened over this last year. I came … Continue reading →

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First Guests Are In!

Posted on June 16, 2021 by Helga

Wednesday I guess it is a Red Letter Day. We have had visitors in the guesthouse before but never paying ones! This is a first and while we did our best to get it as ready as we would for … Continue reading →

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Bookings

Posted on June 15, 2021 by Helga

Tuesday Today was the day… We got our second booking, but it turns out they are coming tomorrow! Second booking – first arrival.  I’m still finding my way round the Airbnb site and discovered that there were a few settings … Continue reading →

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New Relaxation Project

Posted on June 14, 2021 by Helga

Monday Today was the day… I began a new relaxation project. I picked it up at the Chinese store. It’s bead art. I used to love cross-stitching but it’s very fine work. This is much easier… You just follow the … Continue reading →

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We Bought Shells

Posted on June 13, 2021 by Helga

Sunday Today was the day… We bought some beautiful sea shells. A lady just down the road was advertising them on Facebook, so we put in an offer, walked down and bought them. They are really lovely. They look great … Continue reading →

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