Tag Archives: Fish Hoek

Mountainside Will Soon Be Blocked

Posted on August 21, 2024 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Today was the day we did an evening walk along the mountainside. You once went with me. This was in March last year.  We used to have to do this….(Jan 2023) But now there is a wall … Continue reading →

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A Whale of a Day

Posted on August 16, 2024 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today was an absolutely stunning day. The sun shone and the sky was blue and the whales came out to play. I worked and then went for a walk on the mountainside behind us. I haven’t done … Continue reading →

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Carried Away With Work

Posted on July 18, 2024 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie It’s almost the weekend and I’m really excited because tomorrow, my Elsie darling, your Mom comes to visit. You get to spend time with Papa while Mama gets to spend time with us.  We are so looking … Continue reading →

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17th July 1979

Posted on July 17, 2024 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie Today’s the day I celebrate 45 years of being a Christian. An overwhelming appreciation that it’s not about now and that we are only passing through. I know where I am headed. As much as I may … Continue reading →

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9km Walk

Posted on July 16, 2024 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie Today was the day I went on a 9km walk. I wasn’t sure I would because the day began with all the signs of rain. I worked all morning and I have to admit, it was mainly … Continue reading →

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Poor Drenched Cape Town

Posted on July 11, 2024 by Helga

Thursday Dear Elsie Last night there were such strong winds and pounding rain. A  massive storm again dumped torrential rain over Cape Town with some gale force wind causing havoc in some areas. There were a number of houses that … Continue reading →

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Big Storm, More Rain

Posted on July 10, 2024 by Helga

Wednesday Dear Elsie As I write, there is a strong north-westerly wind blowing outside and the promise of another big storm tonight with more rain. The winter weather is also affecting your town as both your school and the ones … Continue reading →

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Wintery Weather

Posted on July 2, 2024 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie Today was the day I bought you this! It was from a second hand store and I couldn’t resist getting you a pair of wings. I’ll bring them next time I come. Today has been colder than … Continue reading →

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Friends Gather to say Goodbye

Posted on June 4, 2024 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie Today was the day I got together with friends to say goodbye to Jo. She and her husband Mark are heading back to the UK for the summer and we will miss her 60th birthday in August. … Continue reading →

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All of Highway, Hillside and Echo

Posted on June 2, 2024 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today was the day I set off for a long walk. I’m keeping an eye on my step counting because my goal for 2024 is to walk 3 million steps. To walk 10000 steps a day would … Continue reading →

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New Half Car Registered

Posted on May 28, 2024 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie Today was the day I woke early as usual and sat in my rocking chair. One of the things I like to watch is the world waking up. The string of lights on Baden Powell drive tell … Continue reading →

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Driving Home From Swellendam

Posted on May 19, 2024 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today we got up early, I had a bite to eat and a chat with you. We prayed and then I set off on the drive home at first light. My new half-car is amazing. It’s so … Continue reading →

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Exercise With A Purpose

Posted on April 21, 2024 by Helga

Sunday Dear Elsie Today was the day, I left home not long after 7am and drove the big car back to the garage. It was a chilly morning. I was eager to experience 10 degrees walking home, as that’s the … Continue reading →

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Plenty of Movement

Posted on April 2, 2024 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie Today was a day of plenty of movement. Julian was up early to start the long trip back to Johannesburg. He lays down his head in the metropolis of Colesberg. Jess, Gerrie and Lizzy packed up and … Continue reading →

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Today Was a Swimming Day

Posted on March 26, 2024 by Helga

Tuesday Dear Elsie I’m glad you are feeling better today.  Today was the day we went for a swim. It was also the day Courage was not here as he had an appointment, so he swapped a public holiday for today. … Continue reading →

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