Tag Archives: Cape Town whales

Two Swims Day

Posted on February 21, 2024 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Today was the day I swam twice. We went down to the beach at 8am and, although there was a little wind, it was beautiful and clear and easy swimming. I realised today why I prefer the … Continue reading →

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A Day of Nature

Posted on September 29, 2023 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Wow! Today was a day of nature for sure. It began with a majestic sunrise. Then, after the sun rose, I noticed a lone baboon on the roof of the house across the road.I learned his name … Continue reading →

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A Truck Drove Down the Railway Track

Posted on November 30, 2021 by Helga

Tuesday Today was the day… A truck drove down the railway track. That’s something you don’t see often. This photo was posted by Lorraine and was the truck trundling above the cat walk. A little further on, it came into … Continue reading →

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That Got Our Attention

Posted on November 1, 2021 by Helga

Monday Today was the day… We had a last minute booking – and I mean LAST minute. Rain came in …a heavy band of rain blew over Fish Hoek; winter struggling to let go. It rained on and off for … Continue reading →

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The Neighbours Partied All Night

Posted on October 24, 2021 by Helga

Sunday Today was the day… That was busier than usual for a Sunday. It was an Airbnb work day. Ken left the Little Lookout early, so I zipped in there and changed the linen as the main guests may have … Continue reading →

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Beautiful Day Drew the Crowds

Posted on July 11, 2021 by Helga

Sunday Today was the day… We woke up late and went to the beach at about 9am. The water was 14C. Underwater visibility was better than it has been recently. The tide was low. It was altogether a beautiful day. … Continue reading →

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Whales In False Bay

Posted on August 3, 2015 by Helga

You know spring is around the corner when the whales come out to play in False Bay. They say whale season is from August to November and it was Saturday 1st August 2015, when perched high on Elsie’s Peak that … Continue reading →

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