Author Archives: Helga

Night of Drama

Posted on December 15, 2024 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Last night was a night of drama! A regular Saturday evening turned into an absolute nightmare for a couple of youngsters who misjudged a number of things – possibly how much they had been drinking – possibly … Continue reading →

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A Day to Chill

Posted on December 14, 2024 by Helga

Saturday Dear Elsie Today was a day to chill. There was no stress. We got up, had breakfast and drove to Access Park for me to buy some Christmas gifts and a new pair of road walking shoes. My original … Continue reading →

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David’s Chess Video Went Viral

Posted on December 13, 2024 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Yesterday David had a chess video that went viral.  We were so excited to see this unfold. For two weeks he had laboriously live-streamed the World Chess championship. It ended in dramatic & unexpected fashion yesterday afternoon … Continue reading →

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Today This Happened – No More Walking Required in 2024

Posted on December 12, 2024 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie Today was the day you got your Grade R report and passed with flying colours. You are marching confidently into Grade 1 next year and we couldn’t be prouder! Well done! Today, I achieved a milestone I’ve … Continue reading →

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Ten Years Ago This Week

Posted on December 11, 2024 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Today was the day I went for an early morning road walk. As I walk I always imagine what the view is like from some of the houses. There’s this huge complex on Highway that from the … Continue reading →

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I Won’t Slip In These

Posted on December 10, 2024 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie Today was the day we went shopping. I took the morning off and we headed to find an Outdoor Warehouse. Right next door is a Sportsman’s Warehouse and that was helpful because I need trail shoes. When … Continue reading →

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The Brazilian Pepper Tree

Posted on December 9, 2024 by Helga

Monday Dear Elsie Today I felt was bitter sweet as we said goodbye to the Brazilian Pepper Tree. It has stood alongside the stairs for years, providing lovely shade, a landing place for birds and other critters. We always knew … Continue reading →

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Camel on the Cat Walk

Posted on December 8, 2024 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today was the day we tried to recover from yesterday’s hike. I am as stiff as two short planks. Devil’s Peak is maybe not such a good one for older hikers – that’s what we concluded. Probably … Continue reading →

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Devil’s Peak Hike Was Quite a Challenge

Posted on December 7, 2024 by Helga

Saturday Dear Elsie Today was the day we hiked up Devil’s Peak and it was quite a challenge! We got to the start at about 6.45am. I took a photo every kilometer or so….this is 1km. 2km… you can see … Continue reading →

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Rainy Rest Day

Posted on December 6, 2024 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today was a rest day for me. I have only been half way down the stairs and have done no walking. It was a good day for a rest day because 100% chance of rain was forecast … Continue reading →

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The Stick Insect and the Squirrel

Posted on December 5, 2024 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie Today was the day of the stick insect and the squirrel. When I woke up this morning and walked into the lounge, there on the inside of the window was a stick insect. I haven’t seen one … Continue reading →

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The Sea Tricked Us

Posted on December 4, 2024 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Today is your Mom’s birthday! I’m sure you had a good time with her, eating cake and celebrating. It was good to see you on the video call today. We began the day by going to the … Continue reading →

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If It Is To Be…

Posted on December 3, 2024 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie Today was the day it rained, so we didn’t go to the beach, but I did go for a walk. It was on the walk that I remembered how much of my recent life has been dominated … Continue reading →

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You Have to be Awake to Enjoy This

Posted on December 2, 2024 by Helga

Monday Dear Elsie Today was the day that, at 5.32am, I took this photo.. Since I was young, I was a morning person….a very early morning person. I remember when I was in my teens getting up at around 4am … Continue reading →

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From The Outside Looking In

Posted on December 1, 2024 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today was another beautiful sunny day in Cape Town. The wind has been significant enough to cool things and gentle enough to have the doors thrown wide open.  One of the things we have been saying lately … Continue reading →

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