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Tag Archives: Fish Hoek sunrise
Autumn Day Spectacular
Friday Today was the day… That dawned quiet and still. The wind hushed. Sunrise As the sun rose, the most amazing piece of music filtered up. As I listened, I realised it was David playing down on his balcony. It … Continue reading
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Tagged Bonsai, Fish Hoek sunrise, Rob's plot
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Sleepless in Cape Town!
Wednesday Today was the day… …after I had a terrible night’s sleep. I woke up at 1:30am and went back to sleep after I heard the clock strike 4am. I don’t know why I couldn’t sleep. Of course, when I … Continue reading
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Tagged Fish Hoek sunrise
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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
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Tagged Braai on the balcony, Fish Hoek Beach, Fish Hoek sunrise
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A Good Fishing Day
Thursday Today was the day… …that fishing boats came out in droves. I woke up early and listened to the sounds of the morning. Bird song – the call of the long-tails waking up. Train tooting as it winds its … Continue reading
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A Duiker Ate My Petunias!
Thursday Today was the day… We walked out the front door and to my shock, something had eaten my petunias…every single one! There was a stray blossom that had fallen down the side of the wall, but that was it. … Continue reading
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Tagged Caracal, Duiker, Fish Hoek sunrise
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Mike’s Last Day in His 60s
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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Tagged Fish Hoek Beach, Fish Hoek sunrise, Mike's Birthday
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