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Tag Archives: Mike’s Birthday
He Gasped
Wednesday Dear Elsie Today was the day Granpa celebrated his birthday. We gave him his new tablet. He knew it was coming, but he didn’t know which kind. When he opened the box, he gasped! He’s very happy. We went … Continue reading
Happy Birthday Mike
Tuesday Dear Elsie Today is the day Grandpa turned 72! We are so excited about you coming on Friday, when we will celebrate again. We had a lovely day together. Mike does not have big needs. He wanted to lie … Continue reading
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Mike is 70!
Sunday Today was the day… Mike turned 70! It’s such a milestone and we are so grateful. This day is so significant to me. Firstly, because Mike married when he was 35, we always knew and spoke about the fact … Continue reading
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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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Something Broke Our Composting Bin
Wednesday Today was the day… We got to swim in the sea nice and early. It was lovely down on the beach. Mike and I went down together, had a dip and then went and did a bit of shopping. … Continue reading
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Celebrating Mike
Yay! Mike’s birthday. We both woke up really early (5amish) and I went downstairs and made coffee for him. I also had to retrieve a box with some gifts from the boot of my car. Cappuccino delivered, I returned with … Continue reading
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Mike’s Birthday
I am posting a very early blog as I have got quite a bit to accomplish this afternoon. My alarm went off at 5am. I hopped out of bed and hit the kitchen for the coffee run. I made us … Continue reading
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Tagged Cape Town Golf Courses, Golfing With Mike, Mike's Birthday, Rondebosch Golf Club
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Birthday Weekend!
It’s been the big birthday weekend at our house with Mike celebrating his birthday yesterday and David today. Mike chose a new putter. Then the family put money together and bought him a BIG surprise…one that we will all benefit … Continue reading
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Tagged Birthday, Breville espresso machine, Mike's Birthday
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Mike’s Birthday – Helga’s Creativity
9-48am It’s a quick blog this morning because we’ve got a full day ahead! Today, my wonderful husband celebrates his birthday! We bought him a new set of golf clubs – his first new set ever! He got those on … Continue reading
What Mike Gets Home To ;)
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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Tagged Freedom, Granny, Ladies Christian Home, Mike, Mike's Birthday, Roses, Sweet Plum Cafe, Telescope
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