Tag Archives: Fish Hoek

Figuring Out Fish Hoek

Posted on November 20, 2024 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie One of the best things about the summer months is that the sun rises so early. By 7am, when we are not having a beach day, I put on my walking shoes and off I go. Some … Continue reading →

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A Huge Catch of Huge Fish

Posted on November 16, 2024 by Helga

Saturday Dear Elsie Today was the day the wind finally dropped and we were able to go to the beach. One significant thing that happened yesterday and today were the fish were biting. Yesterday evening Julian walked down to the … Continue reading →

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From the Roof

Posted on November 13, 2024 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Yesterday, I finished the blog with a mention of plumbing issues. Grandpa and Courage went off and got the parts needed for the repair and came straight home & up the ladder. I decided to go up … Continue reading →

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The Trees Got Cut

Posted on November 7, 2024 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie Today was the day the trees (finally) got cut. They were obstructing the main electricity line into our house. More than a year ago I reported it. Nothing was done. This year I reported it again, especially … Continue reading →

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Burnt House Rebuilt

Posted on September 25, 2024 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Today was the day we had a lovely morning walk, which included a gander up the start of your peak! This is from the path on the way up… And then looking the other way, the new … Continue reading →

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The Cloud & the Butterfly

Posted on September 12, 2024 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie Today was the day I passed under a ginormous cloud and saw a delicate butterfly. I had worked all day and it was time for my walk. The day  had been partly cloudy but when I left … Continue reading →

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Spring Splash

Posted on September 1, 2024 by Helga

Sunday 1st September 2024 Dear Elsie I just love the 1st September – it really makes me feel spring is coming. Today dawned with sunshine and not too much wind. We did a few things this morning and then this … Continue reading →

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I Overslept

Posted on August 30, 2024 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today I overslept. I am such an early riser – usually between 5am & 6am, I’m out of bed and making coffee. Occasionally, it’s after 6 or even before 5am, but seldom is it after 7am. This … Continue reading →

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Fish Hoek Beach Signs

Posted on August 28, 2024 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Today was the day we went walking off to Fish Hoek and took photos of some of the new signs on Fish Hoek beach. They won’t look like this forever. Right now they are all sparkly and … Continue reading →

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Mountainside Will Soon Be Blocked

Posted on August 21, 2024 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Today was the day we did an evening walk along the mountainside. You once went with me. This was in March last year.  We used to have to do this….(Jan 2023) But now there is a wall … Continue reading →

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A Whale of a Day

Posted on August 16, 2024 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today was an absolutely stunning day. The sun shone and the sky was blue and the whales came out to play. I worked and then went for a walk on the mountainside behind us. I haven’t done … Continue reading →

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Carried Away With Work

Posted on July 18, 2024 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie It’s almost the weekend and I’m really excited because tomorrow, my Elsie darling, your Mom comes to visit. You get to spend time with Papa while Mama gets to spend time with us.  We are so looking … Continue reading →

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17th July 1979

Posted on July 17, 2024 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Today’s the day I celebrate 45 years of being a Christian. An overwhelming appreciation that it’s not about now and that we are only passing through. I know where I am headed. As much as I may … Continue reading →

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9km Walk

Posted on July 16, 2024 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie Today was the day I went on a 9km walk. I wasn’t sure I would because the day began with all the signs of rain. I worked all morning and I have to admit, it was mainly … Continue reading →

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Poor Drenched Cape Town

Posted on July 11, 2024 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie Last night there were such strong winds and pounding rain. A  massive storm again dumped torrential rain over Cape Town with some gale force wind causing havoc in some areas. There were a number of houses that … Continue reading →

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