Category Archives: Living on Fish Hoek mountainside

The Mince Pie Metal

Posted on November 24, 2020 by Helga

Tuesday Today was the day… I got a response regarding the piece of metal in the mince pie. My email finally got to the right person and the latest news is a courier will arrive tomorrow morning and collect the … Continue reading →

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Countdown Begins

Posted on November 23, 2020 by Helga

Monday Today is the day… I learned the date my braces will come off! Nothing is as easy as it looks and it always takes longer. The orthodontist’s receptionist called me and said that it has to be two appointments. … Continue reading →

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The Mountain Plot

Posted on November 22, 2020 by Helga

Sunday Today was the day… We got up early and walked to the beach. On getting home we had coffee and rested. I shopped, cooked and David came for lunch. In the late afternoon we went up the mountain behind … Continue reading →

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Day Trip!

Posted on November 21, 2020 by Helga

Saturday Today was the day… We went to Swellendam for the day! It’s such a good idea to get out of town. We left early (4:40am) and took a leisurely drive. On the way there were a couple of sights … Continue reading →

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The Gym Decision

Posted on November 18, 2020 by Helga

Wednesday Today was the day… I think I made a decision to cancel my gym membership!  Since we moved form that side to Fish Hoek, it’s harder to go to gym because it’s further away. I’ve got to try get … Continue reading →

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Side Balcony!

Posted on November 17, 2020 by Helga

Tuesday Today was the day… Of another 7 hour work day. The workers came and to our joy, they have just about finished the side balcony. It needs another coat of paint but that’s about all. Before… 15th February 2020… … Continue reading →

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Metal in a Mince Pie

Posted on November 16, 2020 by Helga

Monday Today was the day… That was very busy. I worked for 7 hours. But also on my to-do list was to contact Pick n Pay as yesterday as I enjoyed a dessert of Christmas Mince pie and ice cream, … Continue reading →

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Elsie’s Peak vss Tallest Building in the World

Posted on November 15, 2020 by Helga

Sunday Today was the day… We went for a wonderful early morning beach walk, all along Fish Hoek beach to the Silvermine river… Turning back is the spectacle of Fish Hoek mountain with Elsie’s Peak. It began a conversation about … Continue reading →

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I Did It!

Posted on November 14, 2020 by Helga

Saturday Today was the day… I finished clearing the old house! I spent three hours today moving and storing the last bits and pieces. This was the final picture I took off the shelf in my bedroom… All the cupboards … Continue reading →

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Solar Panels Are Up!

Posted on November 13, 2020 by Helga

Friday Today was the day… The balance of the solar panels were put up. Yesterday the team managed to get 4 up. Today 23 more were lugged up… They are not very noticeable…lying flat and ready to soak up the … Continue reading →

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It All Comes Down To This

Posted on November 11, 2020 by Helga

Wednesday So here we are on the 11th November 2020. After a year of building, we are in the house and have been for more than 3 weeks.  Our old house is 3/4 empty.  Having started from virgin land, we … Continue reading →

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Me As An 8-Year Old

Posted on November 10, 2020 by Helga

Tuesday Today was the day… I Googled my maiden name and found a surprising result. I was wondering if an old school friend (who I cannot find on social media) googled Helga Sones if she would find me online. As … Continue reading →

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300 Rocks

Posted on November 9, 2020 by Helga

Monday Today was the day… That was really busy for me. I had three online meetings and a visit to the orthodontist. The latest news is that pretty much my treatment is complete. The Dr is really happy with the … Continue reading →

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What We Didn’t Imagine

Posted on November 7, 2020 by Helga

Saturday Today was the day… There was a beautiful sunrise… Not long after the sun broke through the clouds, I baked! Yes! I know, it’s a new me… The new kitchen, oven and of course dish washer have something to … Continue reading →

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Tanks Have Water in Them!

Posted on November 6, 2020 by Helga

Friday Today was the day…. It poured with rain. This was my work view… All the hard work getting the tanks ready yesterday paid off and this evening both have sufficient water in them to weigh them down and make … Continue reading →

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