Category Archives: Apartment living

Christmas Cat

Posted on December 13, 2023 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Today was the day you got your Grade RR report and  you have done so well! These are some of the highlights. I’m sure you are going to love Grade R next year. The other thing I … Continue reading →

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Bravecto Day

Posted on December 12, 2023 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie Today was the day I needed to put Bravecto on the cats again. With the mountain behind, they pick up ticks so easily. My strategy today was to put it on first thing in the morning. I … Continue reading →

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Fish Hoek Beach at 9am and 4pm

Posted on December 11, 2023 by Helga

Monday Dear Elsie Today was the day I was at the beach at 9am and at 4pm, although when I went down at 4, it was just passing by. There was a bit of wind in the morning, but we … Continue reading →

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I Got Here First

Posted on December 10, 2023 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today was the day I had a sweet moment with Claw’d. I had been out and when I got home, he was sitting in my rocking chair. Usually when he’s there and I want to sit down, … Continue reading →

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Raiku and the Baby Puff Adder

Posted on December 9, 2023 by Helga

Saturday Dear Elsie Today was a busy day that began really early. I heard my cell phone buzzing with messages and eventually dragged myself out of my slumber and looked to see what was going on. It was 4.30am and … Continue reading →

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This Is Not Normal

Posted on December 8, 2023 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today I was reminded that this is not normal! It’s not normal to have 85 steps to the front door. We are so used to it – it is fully our normal, but for others it’s just  … Continue reading →

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New Phone – Old Photos

Posted on December 7, 2023 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie, Today was the day my new phone got all its contacts and apps transferred across. It took a chunk of the day but it got done. The camera is fantastic and there is a macro feature that … Continue reading →

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The Lord Knows

Posted on December 5, 2023 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie Today was a difficult day for our family as we heard that your Oupa is very, very ill. We are so sorry.  He is a fine man with a love for gardening and he has given us … Continue reading →

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My Last Open Water Swim For Now

Posted on December 4, 2023 by Helga

Monday Dear Elsie Today is your Mom’s birthday, so we got to have a chat. I am sure you have a lovely day with her. Such a special day for me. Love you Stace! This morning, I woke up early … Continue reading →

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Swellendam to Home

Posted on December 3, 2023 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie, Today was the day we were up early to say goodbye to you. We so enjoyed being at your Preschool graduation last night. You are a star! It was such fun. So much work went into it … Continue reading →

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Disney in Swellendam

Posted on December 1, 2023 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today we are with you! We were happy to be able to go to your Disney dance performance where you did such a good job. This year is the 100th anniversary of the Walt Disney Company and … Continue reading →

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Mike Painted a Picture

Posted on November 30, 2023 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie Today’s the day before the day I get to see you! I’m so excited to be spending the weekend with you and see your two concerts. This time tomorrow we will be with you! Today was also … Continue reading →

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Today I Fell But Not Badly

Posted on November 29, 2023 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Today was the day I had a little, fortunately non-consequential, fall. It happened after Julian arrived and we were up on the building site looking at progress. As I walked back towards the stairs, I thought I … Continue reading →

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A No-Beach Day

Posted on November 28, 2023 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie Today was the day we didn’t go to the beach. Instead, we went and cleaned the Seaview Apartment as the guests left super early. All sorted. The guest arrived this afternoon and is staying until 23rd December. … Continue reading →

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Summer is Here

Posted on November 27, 2023 by Helga

Monday Dear Elsie Today was the day that we really felt summer is here. The wind has been very light and the temperature was a perfect 23C. We went to the beach & this time I got in off the … Continue reading →

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