Tag Archives: Fish Hoek Beach

Appreciate Every Day

Posted on December 31, 2021 by Helga

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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Melancholy to Contentment

Posted on December 28, 2021 by Helga

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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Boxing Day 2021

Posted on December 26, 2021 by Helga

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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Patio Done For Now

Posted on December 15, 2021 by Helga

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 →

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Entrance Under Construction

Posted on December 10, 2021 by Helga

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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A Trio of Arrivals

Posted on November 29, 2021 by Helga

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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Another Airbnb Anecdote

Posted on November 21, 2021 by Helga

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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Rather a Day Early Than a Day Late

Posted on November 18, 2021 by Helga

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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For Richer For Poorer

Posted on November 12, 2021 by Helga

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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On Top of Things

Posted on November 9, 2021 by Helga

Tuesday Today was the day… There was no wind. It was a perfect late spring day. Mike and I got up quite early and went to the beach just after 7am. The sea was flat and warm. I had the … Continue reading →

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First Vines Planted

Posted on October 30, 2021 by Helga

Saturday 30th October 2021 – I wasn’t sure if I was going to make the title of this post about the vines or about my toenail. I concluded, we’ll still be talking about the vines in years to come and … Continue reading →

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Fabulous Free Fun

Posted on October 23, 2021 by Helga

Saturday Today was the day… After the storm. Last night it blew gales and rain poured down as predicted. This morning, it was still blowing a bit but the rain had stopped and it looked like a swim would be … Continue reading →

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Trying to Climb on the Barrel

Posted on October 20, 2021 by Helga

Wednesday Today was the day… That was very busy. Wind guru had given me a heads up that there would be a window of opportunity for a swim early, so Mike and I went to the beach just after 7am.  … Continue reading →

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Drizzly Day

Posted on October 8, 2021 by Helga

Friday Today was the day… It threatened rain, which finally came with a single clap of thunder. While we didn’t swim, I did manage a walk down to Fish Hoek, picked up a few things for the Little Lookout from … Continue reading →

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Great Deal of Satisfaction

Posted on September 27, 2021 by Helga

Monday Today was the day… We started our company conference. It’s three mornings this week, so swimming won’t be happening. After the conference, the cottage guests had left and so I got stuck into cleaning the cottage. It takes 2-3 … Continue reading →

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