Tag Archives: Cape Town Drought of 2017

Food Barn Breakfast Day

Posted on July 25, 2017 by Helga

What wonderful rain fell overnight. Mike and I had a bit of a restless night, but slept in and woke up around 7-30am. What a treat. It was lovely to hear the rain. We decided to go out for a … Continue reading →

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Ten Litres of Water for a Hair Wash

Posted on July 5, 2017 by Helga

One of the things I have been doing is washing my hair using the tank water. It means washing my hair outside, so best done when the sun is shining. A little bit of brain freeze at this time of … Continue reading →

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Increasing Success Levels

Posted on June 19, 2017 by Helga

David heard a quote the other day. “Success isn’t owned. It’s leased, and rent is due every day.” (J.J. Watts) It’s quite a thought-provoking quote and one when put into practice will certainly increase productivity, which is what I think … Continue reading →

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A Note in My Bible

Posted on June 3, 2017 by Helga

Every June 3rd, when I open my Bible to read, I have a note which reminds me that on this day 2010, Carlyn phoned the CCFm studio and gave her life to Jesus. It unrolled like this…. which is what … Continue reading →

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Sunny Johannesburg

Posted on May 22, 2017 by Helga

Today’s flight up to Johannesburg was probably the quickest and smoothest I’ve ever had. Everyone was on board 10 minutes prior to departure so we left early and with a tail wind arrived 25 minutes early. It was very smooth. … Continue reading →

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Water Bill = R0

Posted on May 20, 2017 by Helga

This was a first. I’m sure there are plenty others who have had this, but it was fun to see today… Last month I think it was R33! So there are three of us on our property. Morgan stays in … Continue reading →

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Save 47 Minutes

Posted on May 18, 2017 by Helga

After I posted yesterday’s blog about spending 52 minutes getting a car license at the Fish Hoek traffic department, Lenore’s Joe sent me a message asking why I don’t do it online. While sitting in the queue I read I … Continue reading →

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52 Minutes

Posted on May 17, 2017 by Helga

That’s how long it took for me to queue for a car licence renewal at Fish Hoek traffic department today. I bravely went off with the renewal notice and my ID. I did not take with me proof of address … Continue reading →

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