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Bucket List Tick
For a long time, one of the things Mike and I have wanted to do is to go and watch a Sunshine Circuit golf competition. Mike won tickets which was great as it got us there. Truth be told, the … Continue reading
The Great Car Accident Insurance Claim
Last night Mike climbed into the roof (attic if you like) and passed down to me a number of boxes that moved into the house with us in 1989! Yes, they moved in in 1989, were never dealt with and … Continue reading
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Tagged Car accidents, Insurance claim, Perseverance
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What Goes Around Comes Around
The more I think about this, the more I see it in life. Life is a great leveller regardless of who you are – how young or old, how rich or poor, how talented or not, how tall or short … Continue reading
MMM is a Scam – Avoid It!
I’ve been wanting to write about his for a while. I play a game on my cell phone called “Words with Friends”. One of the biggest irritations of it is the advertising. One of the most common adverts they run … Continue reading
7 Qualities For A Good Life
There are many ways to try and do your best in life. I have come across several “formulas” people have come up with that aim to give direction, lead to success, embrace happiness, contentment and wealth. Online, I’ve found endless titles … Continue reading
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Tagged faith, Faith in Christ, Formulas for life, self help, Self-control
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Trials & Suffering – Why?
There is much to be said about trials and suffering especially in the shorter books of the New Testament. James speaks extensively about trials as does Peter in his first letter. I’ve been doing Bible School this year and one … Continue reading
Acceptance
It was in 2011 that Mike, me and my brother, Julian went on a tour of Europe. Paris was on the itinerary and I so remember us doing a walking tour of the city, which included seeing the famous Ritz … Continue reading
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Tagged acceptance, Freedom, Freedom in Christ, Paris, The Ritz Hotel, Unconditional acceptance
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6 Ingredient Pork Goulash with Smoked Paprika
This is a fabulous recipe, ideal for entertaining and, when served with cauli-rice and salad, absolutely Banting friendly. Credit to Riana! Ingredients 1kg pork fillet (you can substitute with chicken or beef if you prefer) 1 x 250g punnet of … Continue reading
Saying Farewell to a Good Friend
1-11pm Today I said goodbye to a very good friend. Riana left Cape Town, heading towards the UK to join her husband who is already there. I’ll see her again in a few months time, but the happy friendship we … Continue reading
Rules For Teachers
With school back in full swing, I’m hoping teachers everywhere will abide by these important rules. Happy Friday! Ha, true wisdom: Proverbs 1:7 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge. Keep the smile going! God bless you! … Continue reading
Visiting the Berry Farm
I’ve never been there before. Today was the day to go. With my brother in town, we drove to Stellenbosch and turned onto the Pniel/Franschoek Road. Ten kilometres further on comes the sign for Hillcrest Berry Orchards… The entrance is unobtrusive … Continue reading
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Tagged Cape Town berry farm, Hillcrest Berry farm, Price of berries
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Making Marriage Work – Pace Yourself
If you are going to enjoy a happier marriage, you really need to take time for YOU. I am passionate about the idea that if I look after me, I will be able to look after everybody else. I find … Continue reading
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Tagged Balance in marriage, Making marriage work, Pace yourself
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Good Sportsmanship Amidst Devastating Rugby Loss
I haven’t said much about the rugby. It was difficult to verbalise the disappointment. I’m feverishly enthusiastic about South African sport and to hear we lost was difficult. It’s a case of ‘Where were you when Japan beat South Africa … Continue reading