Tag Archives: Birthdays

My Personal Shark Spotters

Posted on October 30, 2024 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Today it was too windy to swim, so I walked. I had a really good walk too. I walked up Contour to Mountain and then up to the shark spotters hut. Only, it was not the Shark … Continue reading →

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In Swellendam for a Party

Posted on May 17, 2024 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today was the day I drove through to Swellendam to celebrate your 6th birthday party tomorrow! It’s so fun being here with you and getting to be part of all the preparations. The birthday cake was made … Continue reading →

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David’s Birthday 2024

Posted on March 1, 2024 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today Uncle David celebrated his birthday. We were sorry to not have you come to stay this weekend, but ill health has kept your family at home, which is wise. There will be many more opportunities & … Continue reading →

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Mike’s Birthday Eve

Posted on February 27, 2024 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie Today is Granpa’s Birthday Eve! Tomorrow is his birthday. I got him a very exciting birthday present (thanks to your Mom who suggested it). He knows what he is getting (a tablet) but he doesn’t know what … Continue reading →

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59th Birthday

Posted on November 5, 2023 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie As you know, today was my birthday! It was lovely to see you on our video call and to speak to you. You are such a joy! My birthday began early with me getting up, feeding the … Continue reading →

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Birthday Blog 2014

Posted on November 5, 2014 by Helga

3-42pm There have been many celebrations up to today. It feels as if I need a stamp just to formalise the day! We began by going out for breakfast at one of my latest favourite places (Ellies Deli at A.P. … Continue reading →

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Lots of Fun At 50

Posted on August 15, 2014 by Helga

3-20pm Today has been a day with friends, fun, laughter and sunshine. Just seems so appropriate for a Friday! It was up early and off to the Vineyard Hotel in Newlands for breakfast, in celebration of a cumulative 150 years … Continue reading →

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LCHF – Day 19 – 20 Reasons Why I Don’t Mind Turning 48!

Posted on November 5, 2012 by Helga

1-11pm Birthdays! I am not shy about my age. I’m 48! Take it or leave it! It is what it is. That’s what I am! And I don’t mind admitting it and I don’t mind embracing it and looking at … Continue reading →

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