Author Archives: Helga

A Day to Be & not to Do

Posted on March 14, 2021 by Helga

Sunday Today was the day… I didn’t go out…at all. It was a day to be and not to do. Although, having said that I did make lunch and did an hour of online work. But for the rest, I … Continue reading →

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Mike’s Oxygen Absorption Rate

Posted on March 13, 2021 by Helga

Saturday Today was the day… Mike learned about the efficacy of his oxygen absorption rate. This is something he has been a bit worried about because his super-duper new watch tells him that his oxygen absorption rate when exercising is … Continue reading →

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Blog from the Balcony

Posted on March 12, 2021 by Helga

Friday Today was the day… We woke up at 3am to what sounded like a single gunshot! Mike and I both woke up at the same time with ‘what was that?’ Mike got up and looked out our balcony doors … Continue reading →

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Submarine but not a yellow one

Posted on March 11, 2021 by Helga

Thursday Today was the day… We saw an SA navy submarine. I’ve often heard the locals say ‘did you see the submarine?’ but I never have, until today. There it was cruising across the bay. I’m not sure what it … Continue reading →

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First Significant Rain of 2021

Posted on March 10, 2021 by Helga

Wednesday Today was the day… It rained. It blew hard last night and at around 11pm, Mike and I realised that the chairs on the top balcony may be in jeopardy. Up we went and opened the balcony door. Everything … Continue reading →

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Rain is Coming!

Posted on March 9, 2021 by Helga

Tuesday Today was the day… We went swimming early.  This morning there was a fresh north wind blowing, a sure sign that rain is on the way. The tide was low and my swim was interesting. I swam out to … Continue reading →

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Autumn Weather

Posted on March 8, 2021 by Helga

Monday Today was the day… That was still and perfect and cool. The last couple of days have truly been autumn weather.  We went down to the beach and the tide was out… It made for easy swimming to the … Continue reading →

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Great Swimming Day

Posted on March 7, 2021 by Helga

Sunday Today was the day.. I had an excellent swim. Mike and I went down to the beach around 8am and while Mike went off for his run, I walked into the sea and started swimming to the barrel. I … Continue reading →

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Snorkeling at Windmill Beach

Posted on March 6, 2021 by Helga

Saturday Today was the day.. We went snorkeling at Windmill Beach. This is the little beach below Simon’s Town golf course.  It was a spectacular day and so we went with David mid afternoon. The beach is idyllic. I had … Continue reading →

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Armchair Swimming

Posted on March 5, 2021 by Helga

Friday Today was the day… I did some armchair swimming. The wind was blowing, the tide was high and the waves were rolling in, so it was easier to lie on my back with my legs in front of me … Continue reading →

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A Duiker Ate My Petunias!

Posted on March 4, 2021 by Helga

Thursday Today was the day… We walked out the front door and to my shock, something had eaten my petunias…every single one! There was a stray blossom that had fallen down the side of the wall, but that was it. … Continue reading →

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The Sea Was Brrrrr

Posted on March 3, 2021 by Helga

Wednesday Today was the day… Mike and I woke early – well I woke early and then badgered my poor husband out of bed because I wanted to know what the bright stars were in the east. We discovered they … Continue reading →

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Builder’s Stairs Are Down

Posted on March 2, 2021 by Helga

Tuesday Today was the day… The builder’s stairs finally got taken down. This was 30th September 2019 that they were being built… 3rd October 2019… They were well used during the build…   Yesterday Courage made great progress in disassembling … Continue reading →

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David Turns 30!

Posted on March 1, 2021 by Helga

Monday Today was the day… David turned 30. Yup, 30 years ago, I was a very happy Mama! We started the day by going down to the beach and Adrian, Stacey and Elsie joined us. Elsie stood in the sea … Continue reading →

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Mike is 70!

Posted on February 28, 2021 by Helga

Sunday Today was the day… Mike turned 70! It’s such a milestone and we are so grateful. This day is so significant to me. Firstly, because Mike married when he was 35, we always knew and spoke about the fact … Continue reading →

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