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Tag Archives: Fish Hoek Beach
David Leaving Day
Thursday Today was the day… David left. I spent a couple of hours with him as he packed… Just after 1:30pm, he was ready to roll… Let the next adventure begin… By 4:30pm, he’d arrived at his first destination and … Continue reading
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Tagged David, Fish Hoek Beach
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Unexpected Guest
Wednesday Today was the day… We had an instant unexpected guest for the Little Lookout. It’s one of the things I specifically do. I put instant book on and allow guests to check in up to 9pm on the day. … Continue reading
Posted in Apartment living, Day to Day Blogs, Living on Fish Hoek mountainside
Tagged Airbnbing, David, Fish Hoek Beach
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A Social Day
Saturday Today was the day… I got to swim! We went quite early and I swam in the shallows to the lighthouse and back. There was a bit of swell but it was really pleasant. Tomorrow looks like it will … Continue reading
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Tagged Fish Hoek aerial photography, Fish Hoek Beach
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The Mouse Got Caught
Tuesday Today was the day… I had a very enjoyable swim in quite chilly water. The trick is to keep moving. Underwater visibility was amazing, so much so that I could follow the sand lanes. The current creates lanes in … Continue reading
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Tagged Fish Hoek Beach, Fish Hoek summer, Mouse trap
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Morning & Evening at Fish Hoek Beach
Sunday Today was the day… We went to the beach morning and evening. This morning, we got there early – 7am to avoid the rush and crush of yesterday’s crowds. The net wasn’t nearly ready to go out so I … Continue reading
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Tagged Airbnbing, Fish Hoek Beach
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Happy Moments Every Day
Tuesday Today was the day…. My bites felt better. We swam and I didn’t get bitten again. The water was about 16.5, I think. I swam to the Lighthouse and back and when the net was put out, I swam … Continue reading
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Tagged Birds on the bottle, Fish Hoek Beach, Fish Hoek Trains
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Appreciate Every Day
Friday Today was the day… The. last. day. of. 2021. I remember a year ago having hope for this year. There was an air of optimism that things would be better in 2021, but to be honest, it was a … Continue reading
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Tagged 2021, 2022, Birds on the bottle, Fish Hoek Beach, Fish Hoek summer
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Melancholy to Contentment
Tuesday Today was the day… I woke up feeling melancholic. Everyone was leaving! The guests checked out at 8:30am and by lunchtime, I’d taken Julian, Jess and Gerrie to the airport. By the time I got back from the airport … Continue reading
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Tagged Birds on the balcony, Birds on the bottle, Fish Hoek Beach
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Boxing Day 2021
Sunday! Today was the day… We celebrated Boxing Day – the day after Christmas. The 26th December always brings to mind that we know it as Boxing Day but more that it is my sister’s birthday. Happy Birthday Annie! Thinking … Continue reading
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Tagged Boxing Day, Fish Hoek Beach, Fish Hoek summer, Summer in Cape Town
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Patio Done For Now
Wednesday Today was the day… Courage finished the patio. It is as done as it’s going to be until next year. At least there is not sand blowing everywhere. From the front door this morning… Courage working on the grass… … Continue reading
Posted in Apartment living, Building a house on a mountainside, Day to Day Blogs
Tagged Christmas 2021, Elsie, Fish Hoek Beach, Landscaping
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Entrance Under Construction
Friday Today was the day… Courage started building the wall immediately to the left of our front door. This is coming up the steps… This is from the top step looking in what will be a big door… Mike on … Continue reading
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Tagged Elsie, Fish Hoek Beach, Landscaping, Summer in Cape Town
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A Trio of Arrivals
Monday Today was the day… My new trainers arrived. They are very comfortable. I thought they were coming green and white, but instead the berry and white, with bright pink trim came out the box. I’m fine with them. I’m … Continue reading
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Tagged Fish Hoek Beach
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Another Airbnb Anecdote
Sunday Today was the day… The wind continued to blow. And so it shall remain for almost the next week. Next weekend looks stunning though. Despite the wind, we decided to go to the beach for a swim. It took … Continue reading
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Tagged A Taste Of The South-Easter, Cape Doctor, Fish Hoek Beach, windy day
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Rather a Day Early Than a Day Late
Thursday Today was the day… I thought my guests for the cottage were arriving today and I sent them all the directions, only to discover they only arrive tomorrow! Ha ha! If I’m going to get the day wrong, rather … Continue reading
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Tagged Airbnb, Fish Hoek, Fish Hoek Beach
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For Richer For Poorer
Friday Today was the day… The grass got “planted” on the flatlet’s patio. It looks great! We’ve got a lot more to do, but it’s better than this… And the artificial lawn is fantastic. Definitely a must for coastal houses. … Continue reading
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Tagged Fish Hoek Beach, Making marriage work
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