Tag Archives: Fish Hoek Beach

Tomorrow I Hope To Swim!

Posted on April 27, 2021 by Helga

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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Six Months in the New House

Posted on April 16, 2021 by Helga

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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Long Day, But Happy News

Posted on April 14, 2021 by Helga

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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Easter Sunday 2021

Posted on April 4, 2021 by Helga

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 →

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Good Friday 2021

Posted on April 2, 2021 by Helga

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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End of Orthodontic Treatment

Posted on March 31, 2021 by Helga

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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Morning & Evening at Fish Hoek

Posted on March 24, 2021 by Helga

Wednesday Today was the day… I was at Fish Hoek beach morning and evening, although I didn’t swim this evening. Today was the quintessential perfect autumn day in Cape Town. This is what March is supposed to be like, not … Continue reading →

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2 hours 40 minutes in the Dentist’s Chair

Posted on March 23, 2021 by Helga

Tuesday Today was the day… I had a marathon session at the dentist. This is the penultimate visit of my l-o-n-g orthodontic journey. The dentist had to prepare my 4 front teeth for two crowns and two veneers. It took … Continue reading →

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First Significant Rain of 2021

Posted on March 10, 2021 by Helga

Wednesday Today was the day… It rained. It blew hard last night and at around 11pm, Mike and I realised that the chairs on the top balcony may be in jeopardy. Up we went and opened the balcony door. Everything … Continue reading →

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Great Swimming Day

Posted on March 7, 2021 by Helga

Sunday Today was the day.. I had an excellent swim. Mike and I went down to the beach around 8am and while Mike went off for his run, I walked into the sea and started swimming to the barrel. I … Continue reading →

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Armchair Swimming

Posted on March 5, 2021 by Helga

Friday Today was the day… I did some armchair swimming. The wind was blowing, the tide was high and the waves were rolling in, so it was easier to lie on my back with my legs in front of me … Continue reading →

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The Sea Was Brrrrr

Posted on March 3, 2021 by Helga

Wednesday Today was the day… Mike and I woke early – well I woke early and then badgered my poor husband out of bed because I wanted to know what the bright stars were in the east. We discovered they … Continue reading →

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Builder’s Stairs Are Down

Posted on March 2, 2021 by Helga

Tuesday Today was the day… The builder’s stairs finally got taken down. This was 30th September 2019 that they were being built… 3rd October 2019… They were well used during the build…   Yesterday Courage made great progress in disassembling … Continue reading →

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Mike’s Last Day in His 60s

Posted on February 27, 2021 by Helga

Saturday Today is the day… …we woke up to a lovely sunrise….photos don’t do it justice… We celebrated Mike’s last day in his 60s. I’m not sure why we are so very excited about him turning 70. I certainly can’t … Continue reading →

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Busy Social Day

Posted on February 21, 2021 by Helga

Sunday Today was the day… We did a lot of socialising. We went to the beach as usual, although it was a little later than normal. Mike jogged to the end of the beach and back. I swam for 30 … Continue reading →

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