Tag Archives: Family time

Suddenly the House is so Quiet!

Posted on June 28, 2024 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today was the day  you went home. It was great to spend some time with you before you left. There was an amazing sunrise (thanks to Stacey for the photo)… Then you played chess with David (and … Continue reading →

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The Day in Photos

Posted on June 27, 2024 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie Today was the day you saw the new window be put in. It has changed the view so much from this loft area. Once the scaffold is down and the finishes are done, it is going to … Continue reading →

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Window Work

Posted on June 26, 2024 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Today was the day a lot of window work was done on the cottage. It was a huge day for the little Loft reno as the window man is due to come tomorrow. It was all systems … Continue reading →

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Kid’s Cave

Posted on June 25, 2024 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie Today was another grand day with you visiting. In the morning, I worked, but we also did washing and it was fun to have little granddaughter clothes hanging on the line. In the afternoon, we went to … Continue reading →

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Penguins & a Secret Beach

Posted on June 24, 2024 by Helga

Monday Dear Elsie Today was the day we had such a fun time together. I worked in the morning and then in the afternoon we went to see the penguins! You were surprised how small they are. After the penguins, … Continue reading →

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Fun in the Forest

Posted on June 23, 2024 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today was the day, we went to the forest! We had a lot of fun watching you hide behind trees, walk along logs and run around. A sunny winter’s day, so the shade was welcome. Running from … Continue reading →

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The Family is Here

Posted on June 22, 2024 by Helga

Saturday Dear Elsie You are here! It is so good to have you and your Mom here with us. When you read this in the future, it’s the time your Dad stayed back in Swellendam but he may come later … Continue reading →

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