Tag Archives: Winter in Cape Town

Raiku Caught a Mouse

Posted on August 4, 2023 by Helga

Friday Dear Elsie Today was the day Raiku caught his first mouse. He was so impressed with himself. He bought it in with Claw’d closely behind and first deposited in the study. But the need for affirmation was too much, … Continue reading →

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Brain Gym

Posted on September 4, 2022 by Helga

Sunday Today was the day… The cold front rolled in. I woke in the night and peered out the door. It was still and the stars shone brightly in the sky. For a short while, I thought a morning swim … Continue reading →

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The End of the Week

Posted on August 12, 2022 by Helga

Friday Today was the day… Rain came and helped our 4 new tanks to about 1/5 of capacity. As I sit at my desk, I see there is more coming. The tide is high and I can see the waves … Continue reading →

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Did You Check For Purple Nickers

Posted on July 16, 2022 by Helga

Saturday Today was the day… We went to the beach and had a swim. The water was about 13. While I was swimming, the guests who were checking out today also came down and we had a really good chat … Continue reading →

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Goodbye Little Atos

Posted on July 11, 2022 by Helga

Monday Today was the day… That Julian started a long and slowish trip home to Johannesburg in my Little Atos. The Atos was won by Wayne Turner’s wife in a competition in 2009. We bought it from them for R80000.  … Continue reading →

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The Garden of Remembrance

Posted on July 10, 2022 by Helga

Sunday Today was the day…. I managed to get a lovely walk in, even though I got slightly damp on my return. And my implant crown popped off. The day dawned overcast with the threat of rain, which in due … Continue reading →

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Cape Town Got Washed

Posted on June 14, 2022 by Helga

Tuesday Today was the day… Cape Town got washed. There was significant rain overnight. Some people have reported 100mm since the cold front hit.  The tanks are overflowing. It rained on and off today but is expected to be less … Continue reading →

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Changing Things Round

Posted on June 9, 2022 by Helga

Thursday Today was the day… We changed things around. Mike stayed home. I headed for the beach, but not for a swim. Mike was going to have a busy day doing stuff, so he rested and I went for a … Continue reading →

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38mm Rain Overnight

Posted on May 29, 2022 by Helga

Sunday Today was the day… after it rained heavily overnight. Last night, we went to finally see the Downton Abbey move – A New Era. Definitely worth it – I really enjoyed it. We’ve been talking about going to see … Continue reading →

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Mike Ran 10km

Posted on May 28, 2022 by Helga

Saturday Today was the day… We woke to storm clouds gathering. There was this thick layer of low cloud coming from the direction of Muizenberg. High above it was dark grey ominous clouds, threatening rain. It looked very dramatic silhouetted … Continue reading →

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The Rain Came

Posted on May 24, 2022 by Helga

Tuesday Today was the day… It rained. Rain was forecast, so we planned on not swimming which was a good move, but the cold front took a bit more time to roll on in. Flowx showed it this way… And … Continue reading →

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We Bought a Couch

Posted on July 1, 2021 by Helga

Thursday Today was the day… We bought a couch for the bachelor (aka basement). Mike was going to  make one but when we saw this, we thought it would work perfectly… The second hand shop also had a really nice … Continue reading →

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Slowing me Down

Posted on June 27, 2021 by Helga

Sunday Today was the day… We swam and we walked. I was the only person in the sea, which does suggest it wasn’t much of a swimming day. After we got home, we had a nice long video chat with … Continue reading →

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Rain is Coming

Posted on May 14, 2021 by Helga

Friday Today was the day… I swam knowing that tomorrow I most likely won’t. Rain is coming. This is tomorrow’s forecast. At least the wind is not too strong. I swam out to Skellies and because the tide was not … Continue reading →

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Another Massive Cape Storm

Posted on August 17, 2020 by Helga

Monday Today was the day… Another massive storm rolled over Cape Town, bringing an absolute downpour of rain and I’m sure it caused widespread flooding. I opened the back door and there was Chino, Sue’s dog, dripping wet, freezing cold … Continue reading →

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