Author Archives: Helga

Out & About With Mike

Posted on June 12, 2021 by Helga

Saturday Today was the day… I went out and about with Mike.  Today, we wanted to go and look for new cushions because the ones I had on our bed have migrated down to the guesthouse, where they look pretty … Continue reading →

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We Are Live!

Posted on June 11, 2021 by Helga

Friday Today was the day… I pulled the trigger on publishing the Air Bnb profile. We prayed and took the plunge. There are so many holiday rentals in Fish Hoek, so there’s lots of competition and those who have been … Continue reading →

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Swimming in the Mist

Posted on June 10, 2021 by Helga

Thursday Today was the day… I swam in the midst of mist! It was pea soup down at Fish Hoek beach. Check out some of these photos. The city of Cape Town truck came to pick up seaweed. I love … Continue reading →

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Post Jab Symptoms

Posted on June 9, 2021 by Helga

Wednesday Today was the day… That we took it easy. We were expecting to feel a bit under the weather. I had a mild headache (as if I had been deprived of coffee) and was not quite as energetic as … Continue reading →

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Covid Vaccine Done!

Posted on June 8, 2021 by Helga

Tuesday Today was the day… I joined Mike and Julian and we all got vaccinated against Covid. It was the Johnson and Johnson vaccine. We are now part of a trial to monitor its effectiveness. We have to go back … Continue reading →

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27°C in Cape Town

Posted on June 7, 2021 by Helga

Monday Today was the day… It was as warm as summer! Throughout last night a strong north wind was blowing warm air across the city. So strong was the wind it blew over one of the cast iron chairs on … Continue reading →

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Sunrise to Sunset

Posted on June 6, 2021 by Helga

Sunday  Today was the day… …that a warm berg wind blew. It was like summer. The sunrise was spectacular… As was the sunset… In between, we went to the beach and had a relaxing swim. There was a guy dressed … Continue reading →

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A Lovely Evening…

Posted on June 5, 2021 by Helga

Saturday Today was the day… …that was stunning June weather. It’s supposed to be winter but today was reminiscent of spring. The sun shone, the sky was blue  and the wind a gentle breeze. Mike and I went to the … Continue reading →

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The Icing on the Cake

Posted on June 4, 2021 by Helga

Friday Today was the day… There was a bit of south-easter, but Mike and I, after initially thinking we wouldn’t go, got ourselves up and headed to the beach. When the wind is blowing and there is a bit of … Continue reading →

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Working, Walking and Meeting the Neighbour

Posted on June 3, 2021 by Helga

Thursday Yay for Thursday! Today was the day… We didn’t go to the beach – the wind was blowing more than usual and we enjoyed the rest. I did do some work, but not as much as usual – 5.5 … Continue reading →

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Usual Wednesday

Posted on June 2, 2021 by Helga

Wednesday Today was the day… That passed by in usual Wednesday fashion. Mike and I were out the house by 8am and I snapped a photo from our front door step as the sun rose. It was only later when … Continue reading →

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A More Balanced Day.

Posted on June 1, 2021 by Helga

Tuesday Today was the day… That was definitely more balanced. Mike and I woke around 6:30am, had coffee, did our reading and then went to the beach. Just before we left, we arranged the lounge so that everything was off … Continue reading →

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5am Coffee

Posted on May 31, 2021 by Helga

Monday Today was the day… We woke up super early and Mike made me coffee at 5am. It wasn’t for any particular reason. We just happened to wake up early. We drank it and then Mike went back to sleep … Continue reading →

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Winter Office

Posted on May 30, 2021 by Helga

Sunday Today was the day… I changed my office around. I’ve found it quite hot in my little office nook now that winter is here. By lunchtime, I’m having to close the blinds and cope with excessive glare, so I … Continue reading →

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Shark Alert!

Posted on May 29, 2021 by Helga

Saturday Today was the day…. There was a shark alert at Fish Hoek beach. Mike and I arrived and Mike prepared for his run, while I prepared for my swim. As I got onto the beach and started heading for … Continue reading →

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