Tag Archives: Mike

Benefits of Father’s Day

Posted on June 19, 2016 by Helga

There are certainly benefits of Father’s Day for Mothers. With a cold front of note sweeping across the Cape, it was not difficult to pamper Mike and enjoy the benefits thereof.  While Mike stayed under the blankets, I nipped out … Continue reading →

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Mike’s Perspective

Posted on June 10, 2016 by Helga

I was so glad my brother arrived from Johannesburg last night. After the long awaited afternoon of “Coachplan” being unveiled, Mike and I left around 6pm and went out for dinner. David did the airport run and so when we … Continue reading →

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Gearing Up For Tomorrow

Posted on June 8, 2016 by Helga

Yup. That’s what Mike & I are doing. We are gearing up for tomorrow. It has taken 2 years and 1 month of ongoing computer programming, but the massive system that Mike has written for a travel company is done! … Continue reading →

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Last Tuesday

Posted on February 23, 2016 by Helga

Yes! It’s the “lasts” that start today. Today is Mike’s last Tuesday before he retires. It will be the 5th last egg sandwich and cappuccino he orders from the food-court. Not that I’m excited or anything! Ha! Ha! We are … Continue reading →

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My Day In The Sun…

Posted on April 23, 2013 by Helga

3-18pm After the show this morning, I zipped off to Cape Town to see Granny. I took with me, an old photo album that Granny had labelled ‘Grandchildren.” They were photos of her first two grandsons when they were tiny. … Continue reading →

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Mike’s Birthday!

Posted on February 28, 2013 by Helga

3-58pm 12 hours ago I was wide awake and gearing up for serving Mike coffee in bed. The coffee machine was ready to be switched on. I had my quiet time and did my Bible reading – timing was perfect. … Continue reading →

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What Mike Gets Home To ;)

Posted on February 27, 2013 by Helga

3-06pm Today has been an indication of the ‘new normal’ for a Wednesday! Showtime included David who will join me on air from 7 – 8am on a Wednesday.  This is Jason’s last week at CCFm – he starts at … Continue reading →

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Why I Don’t Want To Say, “I Don’t!”

Posted on January 23, 2013 by Helga

10-31am It’s been 26 years, 5 months and 2 weeks since I said, “I Do!” Last night as I readied myself for bed, Mike arrived in my bedroom with tea for me. It got me thinking about how much I … Continue reading →

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Mike’s Melanoma

Posted on December 10, 2012 by Helga

2-30pm Monday! Today Mike has an appointment to see the dermatologist. With fair skin and a youth misspent under the hot South African sun, it’s beginning to catch up with with him…he’s had 2 melanomas removed this year. Gratefully, both … Continue reading →

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