Category Archives: Living on Fish Hoek mountainside

Swimming Thro’ Winter

Posted on June 23, 2021 by Helga

Wednesday Today was the day… It rained on and off. At 7:30am, it poured down. Mike pulled the duvet up and snuggled down a little deeper. At 7:45am, I said, “The rain has stopped. Are we going to go to … Continue reading →

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Swimming in the Rain

Posted on June 22, 2021 by Helga

Tuesday Today was the day… It rained and we swam in it. The rain was due to come overnight, but by this morning, the balcony and balustrade were dry. As we hadn’t gone to the beach yesterday, we really were … Continue reading →

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Warm Windy Father’s Day

Posted on June 20, 2021 by Helga

Sunday Today was the day… …that is Father’s Day! When we woke up, we could feel it was strangely warm. A winter berg wind was blowing from the north and it was hot. View from my bed… The beach was … Continue reading →

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What Winter is This?

Posted on June 19, 2021 by Helga

Saturday Today was the day… Winter packed up her chill and hibernated, sending sunshine and warmth to replace any semblance of the drizzle that was here a couple of days ago. It was as splendid as any summer’s day could … Continue reading →

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Next Guests!

Posted on June 18, 2021 by Helga

Friday Today was the day… One set of guests left and the next ones arrived. It was a busy day, stripping the beds, washing the linen, cleaning, sanitising and double checking. A check list is a must. With the couple … Continue reading →

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One Year Down the Line

Posted on June 17, 2021 by Helga

Thursday Today was the day… That was a year after my orthognathic surgery. In this 2 minute animated video, I had the mandibular advancement – which is the third example. So much has happened over this last year. I came … Continue reading →

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First Guests Are In!

Posted on June 16, 2021 by Helga

Wednesday I guess it is a Red Letter Day. We have had visitors in the guesthouse before but never paying ones! This is a first and while we did our best to get it as ready as we would for … Continue reading →

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We Bought Shells

Posted on June 13, 2021 by Helga

Sunday Today was the day… We bought some beautiful sea shells. A lady just down the road was advertising them on Facebook, so we put in an offer, walked down and bought them. They are really lovely. They look great … Continue reading →

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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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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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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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