Category Archives: Braces

Excited Orthodontist!

Posted on February 5, 2019 by Helga

Today I went to the orthodontist. It’s Day 84 since I got brackets and wires. It’s 8 weeks since my last visit. I have felt and seen the difference. There are many things going on in my mouth. There’s a … Continue reading →

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Two Months

Posted on January 13, 2019 by Helga

For my own record…. Day 61 of braces today – 2 months down – the orthodontist said it would take 22-26 months to get my issues sorted, so worst case scenario is I have two years left! Best case scenario … Continue reading →

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Never Do This Again – But Today I Did!

Posted on December 23, 2018 by Helga

This afternoon Mike and I headed for Fish Hoek Beach. It has been sunny and warm with very little wind. The beach was buzzing. By the time we were ready to head on home, things had quieted down a bit.. … Continue reading →

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Julian is on his way to Houston

Posted on December 22, 2018 by Helga

It is a long long way to Houston when you fly Emirates. Julian flew overnight last night to Dubai and finally this morning at just after 10am UAE time, he took off for Houston. A 17 hour flight! I have … Continue reading →

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Inspiration 101

Posted on December 21, 2018 by Helga

When people face severe adversity and push through, making their lives matter, doing something that will encourage others, it’s inspirational. That’s what I thought when I fell upon this story on YouTube. It’s worth the 20 minutes watching. Feel good … Continue reading →

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8 Seconds

Posted on December 14, 2018 by Helga

There’s one way to ruin the enjoyment of a mince-pie. Overheat it and then take a mouthful! Rapid puffing to try cool down fruit bubbling holes in your tongue takes time.  Mike has found the sweet spot when it comes … Continue reading →

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My Lamp Post

Posted on December 10, 2018 by Helga

It arrived yesterday and towers above the corner of our property.  If one can be excited about a lamp-post, I am. It’s going to completely illuminate our back garden and we won’t have to pay for it or its electricity! … Continue reading →

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The Blessing of the Bee

Posted on November 28, 2018 by Helga

One of the little issues with the window at my desk is that I can’t open them. They are old wooden windows and once open, they don’t shut properly so I have taken to keeping them closed.  It’s a pity … Continue reading →

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A Month Before Christmas

Posted on November 25, 2018 by Helga

Today, I woke early and decided to go to gym. I drove out the garage at about 6-15am and as I did so, I noticed one of the neighbour’s garage was partially open. I didn’t give it too much thought … Continue reading →

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What Medical Aid Paid

Posted on November 22, 2018 by Helga

For the last 9 days I have been trying to get Medical Aid to pay some of my initial braces payment of R10 500. It was an additional R3600 for the ceramic brackets which make them a whole lot less … Continue reading →

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Mike Took The Window Off

Posted on November 20, 2018 by Helga

When I married Mike, I knew he was handy, but I never really understood the extent of his skills until I started living with him. There are very few things Mike hasn’t attempted. Servicing the car, building, brick-laying, electric wiring, plumbing, … Continue reading →

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Sleeping at the Orthodontist

Posted on November 18, 2018 by Helga

Today I logged onto my fitness app which connects to my fitness colour band.  Once of the things it monitors is sleep and it keeps a record. I am blessed with good sleep. As I checked out my sleeping for … Continue reading →

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Solo Drive To Swellendam

Posted on November 16, 2018 by Helga

This morning bright and early I woke up, did my Bible reading, got dressed and finished packing for Swellendam. The only difference was that Mike was not joining me. He chose to pass on this trip. We hugged and kissed … Continue reading →

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Oops! House Plans Gone Wrong

Posted on November 15, 2018 by Helga

Today was supposed to me another huge leap in our building plans plans! We had a meeting with our fine and experienced draughts-woman who is finalising them and will get then through Council. The builder arrived as well and the plans … Continue reading →

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The Cutest Sound

Posted on November 14, 2018 by Helga

Babies are adorable, regardless of their breed. Stacey sent me a voice note of Elsie babbling. It was too cute. #952 of my 1000 thanks today is for the baby birds tweeting. No Twitter to be found. This is real … Continue reading →

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