Tag Archives: Cape Town winter

Mopping Up Day

Monday Dear Elsie Today was the day we encountered some storm issues. There was water blowing in under our bedroom door. Also, because the rain was swept in from the south-east there was water coming under the flashing on one … Continue reading

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One of the Rainiest Days

Sunday Dear Elsie Today was one of the rainiest days in Cape Town. It began with a strong black south-easter that blew in a serious cold front. Just before the rain began, I noticed the NSRI Rescue Boat 10 out … Continue reading

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Portrait of a Sunday

Sunday Dear Elsie Today was the day winter set in and it rained and rained and rained. There was a break in the weather quite early, so we managed a walk to the shops for a few groceries. We walked … Continue reading

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Rain and Wind

Monday Dear Elsie Today was the day that the wind blew and it rained. Meanwhile, guests left and the pile of washing grew, so we did 3 loads, which put a mighty strain on our washing line facilities and my … Continue reading

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Rainy Weekend Ahead

Friday Dear Elsie Today, while you had a beautiful sunny Swellendam day, the rain swept through Cape Town and it doesn’t look likely to end before Monday. Tuesday will be cold and clear and Wednesday is forecast to be 22 … Continue reading

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Being Good at the Menial Tasks

Friday Dear Elsie Today was the day the sun shone and there wasn’t too much wind which made it a lovely cool winter’s day. We had the balcony doors open for most of the day so the cats could come … Continue reading

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Electricity Box Still Not Fixed

Friday Dear Elsie Today was the day the entire street was without electricity – and so far it’s been 22 hours. We have solar, but with the weather cloudy and rainy, the batteries will be hard pressed to last another … Continue reading

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Beautiful Sunshine

Thursday Dear Elsie Today was the day the sun rose. There was not a cloud in the sky and after what seems likes weeks and weeks of interminable cloud, rain and cold, the sun came out and shone its warmth … Continue reading

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Dam Levels Almost 92%

Monday Dear Elsie Today it got very cold. The morning wasn’t so bad, but this afternoon the temperature seems to have dropped. I know Swellendam has been cold as well. We have just got in from a walk. When we … Continue reading

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Admiral’s Waterfall

Saturday Dear Elsie It was good to speak to you today and to find out you are feeling a little better. Today was the day I had a couple of walks. The first was this morning when I braved the … Continue reading

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A Good Day for David

Friday Dear Elsie Today was a good day for David but not such a good day for you! You have tonsillitis! This seems to be a right of passage for 5-year olds. It’s very uncomfortable, but you will get better … Continue reading

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Winter Has Arrived

Tuesday Dear Elsie Today was the day it was cold and rainy for most of the day. Last night there was torrential downpours and strong winds. This morning dawned with less wind and very overcast skies. Today’s rain arrived earlier … Continue reading

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Rain

Thursday Dear Elsie Today was the day I did my last day’s work before having a bit of a long weekend. I think I will check my email tomorrow but I won’t be covering for anyone and will enjoy some … Continue reading

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Words Can’t Describe How Happy I Am Inside

Thursday Today was the day… “Words can’t describe how happy I am inside” – this was what our next tenant said when he heard he could move into the flat. He was so happy and excited. For him and his … Continue reading

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What’s With The Weather!

Monday Today was the day… The weather changed and changed again. We woke up to rain and a cloud came over leaving everything damp and gloomy outside. As the rain fell, it no longer came from the north but the … Continue reading

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