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Tag Archives: False Bay
Silky Water
Tuesday Dear Elsie Today was the day the water was like silk. It’s strange to think water can be silky but it was so still, warm and clear – it was gentle against my skin. It made it hard to … Continue reading
Posted in Apartment living, Day to Day Blogs
Tagged Cats, False Bay, Fish Hoek Beach, Fish Hoek sunrise, Fish Hoek swimming
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New Guests Day
Sunday Dear Elsie Today was new guests day. The lovely Swedish couple who have been with us for a while, packed up all their belongings and filled their car to the brim. By 9am, they were on their way. Ruth … Continue reading
Posted in Day to Day Blogs, Living on Fish Hoek mountainside
Tagged Airbnbing, Birth Certificate, False Bay, Summer in Cape Town
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One of the Perfect Days
Sunday Dear Elsie, Today was one of the perfect days in Cape Town. The sea was very calm and crystal clear. There was not too much wind, making it a spectacular summer’s day. We got to swim and I went … Continue reading
Posted in Apartment living, Day to Day Blogs
Tagged False Bay, Summer in Cape Town
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Super Restful Day
Sunday Dear Elsie Today was the day we did very little. We did not go to the beach. We rested and I snoozed in my rocking chair. The day was really beautiful with the sun warm, the sky blue and … Continue reading
Posted in Apartment living, Day to Day Blogs, Living on Fish Hoek mountainside
Tagged Daniel, David, False Bay, Long covid treatment
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Sun, Rain, Sea & Friends
Saturday Dear Elsie Today you and I had a lovely conversation. I complained that my hair looked terrible after my swim. After our chat, I went and washed it and now it’s not looking too terrible now! The morning dawned … Continue reading
Posted in Apartment living, Day to Day Blogs, Living on Fish Hoek mountainside
Tagged False Bay, Fish Hoek sunrise
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Summer Vibes
Sunday Dear Elsie Today was the day we had a very good rest. Most of South Africa woke up still reveling in the fact that, last night, South African Springboks snatched victory from the jaws of defeat. We were losing … Continue reading
Posted in Apartment living, Day to Day Blogs, Living on Fish Hoek mountainside
Tagged Cricket World Cup 2023, False Bay, Nandos, Rugby World Cup 2023, SA Navy
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High, High Tide
Saturday Dear Elsie Today was the day you and I had a fine chat and you showed me how you swing on your indoor hammock. It will be interesting when you read this in the future, what your adult self … Continue reading
Posted in Apartment living, Day to Day Blogs
Tagged Cat Walk, False Bay, Fish Hoek, High tide, Power of the sea, Skellies pool
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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
Posted in Day to Day Blogs
Tagged Cape of storms, Cape Town storm, Cape Town winter, David, False Bay, Fish Hoek, Long Covid
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The Cape Doctor is in Town
Saturday Dear Elsie Today was the day I went birthday present shopping for YOU! That was fun. In collaboration with your Mom I bought the things we think you will love. They are now mostly wrapped & ready to be … Continue reading
Posted in Apartment living, Day to Day Blogs, Living on Fish Hoek mountainside
Tagged A Taste Of The South-Easter, Cape Doctor, Cape of storms, False Bay, Fish Hoek, windy day
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Autumn Beauty
Thursday Dear Elsie Today was the day we really experienced the beauty of autumn. The day was so still and the sea so calm. Looking across the bay I could see the buildings of the Strand. It’s always difficult to … Continue reading
Posted in Apartment living, Day to Day Blogs, Living on Fish Hoek mountainside
Tagged Clovelly, Clovelly Contour Path, False Bay, Fish Hoek views
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Remember the Flowers?
Tuesday Dear Elsie Today was the day that I woke up with a confused thought. Remember the flowers? Very pretty yellow flowers Mike got me for when I returned from Saint Helena Island? One of them was drooping slightly as … Continue reading
Posted in Apartment living, Day to Day Blogs, Living on Fish Hoek mountainside
Tagged Elsie's Peak Hike, False Bay, Fish Hoek views, flowers
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Last Blog from Home for a While
Thursday Dear Elsie, I saw what was happening at your house today! Wow, a big container arrived & soon building work will begin. It’s going to be so exciting for you to watch. For me today was a busy day. … Continue reading
Posted in Apartment living, Day to Day Blogs, Living on Fish Hoek mountainside
Tagged False Bay, Fish Hoek, Landscaping
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A Happy Easter Sunday
Sunday Dear Elsie Today was the day you woke up at our house again. We had breakfast together and you helped me with some washing. It’s Easter Sunday! Christ is Risen! We loved spending time with you and miss you … Continue reading
Posted in Apartment living, Day to Day Blogs, Living on Fish Hoek mountainside
Tagged Easter, False Bay, False bay yachts, Glencairn Beach
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A Peaceful Day
Sunday Dear Elsie Today we had a peaceful day. I think you did too as your Mom sent me photos of you walking with your friend, Aria and of you not only doing worksheets, but making your own as well! … Continue reading
Posted in Apartment living, Day to Day Blogs, Living on Fish Hoek mountainside
Tagged False Bay, Gracefields, Paw paw, Sundays
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A Grey Day
Monday Dear Elsie Today was the day that dawned cold and drizzly. There was a lot of rain overnight – someone said 31mm and it meant the tanks rose significantly. We needed a few things, so we walked down to … Continue reading
Posted in Apartment living, Day to Day Blogs, Living on Fish Hoek mountainside
Tagged False Bay, Sunny Cove
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