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Tag Archives: Fish Hoek Beach
Usual Wednesday
Wednesday Today was the day… That passed by in usual Wednesday fashion. Mike and I were out the house by 8am and I snapped a photo from our front door step as the sun rose. It was only later when … Continue reading
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Tagged Fish Hoek, Fish Hoek Beach
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5am Coffee
Monday Today was the day… We woke up super early and Mike made me coffee at 5am. It wasn’t for any particular reason. We just happened to wake up early. We drank it and then Mike went back to sleep … Continue reading
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Tagged Dolphins in False Bay, Fish Hoek Beach
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We Changed our Living Area Around
Sunday Today was the day… We changed our living area around. It all began because I want a fire place! Now that winter is setting in, as soon as the sun sets, there is a chill that would be easily … Continue reading
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Tagged Fish Hoek Beach, Fish Hoek sunset
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Milo’s Design Flaw
Saturday Today was the day… We slept in. It was wonderful. We finally got up around 10am and went across to the Blue Route to do some shopping. I got Elsie her birthday present which is her request: a red … Continue reading
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Tagged Cat Walk, Fish Hoek Beach, Milex - Intellivac, Milo
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I Missed my Work Meeting!
Monday Today was the day.. I swam in the ocean and missed my work meeting! I thought I was on time as every Monday I have a work meeting at 10:30am. Last week was a holiday in the UK so … Continue reading
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Tagged Fish Hoek Beach, Fish Hoek sunrise
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Something Strange Happened Last Night
Friday Today was the day… We found out why something strange happened last night. Mike and I had turned in for the night. It was quite late – around 11pm when suddenly the lights went off. Then they came back … Continue reading
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Tagged Electricity outage, Fish Hoek Beach, Fish Hoek sunrise, Taxi
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Strong Winds and Seaweed
Thursday Today was the day… …after a big stormy windy night in Cape Town. It was a storm swept in by a black southeaster which howled all last night driving in 22mm of rain and has blown all today. There … Continue reading
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Tagged Black south-easter, Cape Town wind, Cape Town winter, Fish Hoek Beach
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Storm Warning
Wednesday Today was the day… …that began calm and still but has picked up now. It’s expected to be a stormy night with a strong black south-easter blowing bringing with it the threat of heavy rain. I think it’s mainly … Continue reading
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Tagged Cape Town storm, Fish Hoek Beach
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Getting To Know The Locals
Saturday Today was the day… Before sunset, I stood at my balcony door and shivered at the coldness of the wind. Hmm, I was fast losing enthusiasm at the idea of going for early morning swims. Maybe I wouldn’t be … Continue reading
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Tagged Cat Walk, Fish Hoek Beach
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Tomorrow I Hope To Swim!
Tuesday Today was the day… Mike and I went and bought winter exercise kit and I got my new long-sleeved swimming costume. There was criteria. I wanted a very bright colour and I didn’t want an eye watering price. The … Continue reading
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Tagged Fish Hoek Beach, Fish Hoek Shark Nets
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Six Months in the New House
Friday This was the day… We celebrated 6 months in the new house. I woke up at 3:30am. Mike was fast asleep. I got up and in the darkness walked into the lounge and admired the light. “I can’t believe … Continue reading
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Tagged Fish Hoek Beach, Living on Fish Hoek mountainside
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Long Day, But Happy News
Wednesday Today was the day… That was quite busy. I have worked for 8 hours and have had success for which I am so grateful. I’ve just finished some additional work now so it’s been a long day. Mike and … Continue reading
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Tagged beach, Birds on the balcony, Fish Hoek Beach
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Easter Sunday 2021
Sunday Today was the day… We celebrated Easter Sunday. I go to bed with my heart full. It’s been a lovely day. I woke quite early…it was overcast and somewhat misty… I enjoyed coffee and Bible reading at the window. … Continue reading
Posted in Apartment living, Day to Day Blogs, Living on Fish Hoek mountainside
Tagged Braai on the balcony, Fish Hoek Beach, Fish Hoek sunrise
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Good Friday 2021
Friday Today was the day… …that we remember the day that Jesus died on the cross for us. In our Covid world, with South Africa between waves, retail rushed to stay open and while churches across the land held services, … Continue reading
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Tagged Fish Hoek Beach, Open water swimming
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End of Orthodontic Treatment
Wednesday Today was the day… I finished my orthodontic treatment. There is sure to be the odd appointment but it is pretty much over. Even the dentist gave me a fist pump at the end of it! Today, on an … Continue reading
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Tagged Fish Hoek Beach, Orthodontist, Storyworth
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