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Monthly Archives: September 2014
Unexplainable Sadness Became Supernatural Joy
2-14pm It was Friday 30th September 2011, three years ago today. I woke early and went downstairs to have my prayer time. But I was not happy. Overwhelmed by an unexplainable sadness, I just didn’t feel up to the day. … Continue reading
I’m Not A Natural Housewife!
12-34pm It is true. I’m not a natural housewife. I’d far rather be out socialising; and doing stuff I like – like spending time outdoors – maybe walking up a mountain or on the beach – and writing and reading. I’d … Continue reading
Posted in Day to Day Blogs
Tagged Cow picture, Housework, If it is to be, it is up to me, Just do it
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Golf & Grace
3-30pm As Mike & I enjoyed the great outdoors this morning, I was reminded of something I had seen online… This is true, but it’s best to be sitting in church thinking about God! Today, Mike & I spent more … Continue reading
Riana’s (Banting) Lemon & Coconut Mug Muffin
2-21pm These take 1 and a half minutes in the microwave. I have clever friends. Riana is one of them. As she doesn’t eat chocolate, she experimented with the Banting Chocolate cake in a mug recipe and came up with … Continue reading
Posted in Day to Day Blogs, Recipes
Tagged Banting recipes, LCHF recipes, LCHF snacks
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If Only You Had Paid Attention…
Yesterday afternoon, Mike & I headed down to Simonstown for a quick 9 holes of golf. Remember, I don’t play. I’m the caddy! The day was beautiful and overcast and in the bay there were a couple of whales, frolicking … Continue reading
One Of My New Jobs…
1-53pm It’s been overcast and drizzly in Cape Town. It was not enough to put me back in boots. Today has been a busy day for me. I had gym from 8-30 to 9-30am. I left 10 minutes early, bolted … Continue reading
Untraditional Heritage Day
2-32pm There was not a whiff of braai anywhere….no flames to be seen….no wors or chops….we had other priorities for today! To start with David came and great negotiations took place in the lounge. It was all to do with … Continue reading
Facebook & Faith
2-18pm We live in a world divided by race, religion and culture. There’s no getting away from that and it’s unlikely to change this side of eternity. Since the arrival of Facebook just over 10 years ago, we see each … Continue reading
Sugar vs Cocaine
3-52pm How addictive is sugar? From my experience, pretty addictive. When I start, it’s hard to stop. Many people have said that sugar has the same addictive qualities as drugs. I see it in myself that once I start eating … Continue reading
Eccentric Dutch Guy!
2-50pm In July 2006, Mike & I took Stacey and David to Montague for a short break. On the way home, we saw a sign to a (hedge) maze just outside Robertson. Thinking this would be something the children would … Continue reading
Posted in Day to Day Blogs
Tagged Mo and Rose, Mo and Rose at Soekershof, Robertson, Robertson Guesthouses
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Jo’s AMAZING Banting Seed Loaf
8-05am Let me pre-empt this by saying that Jo did not have a dream and wake up one morning with this recipe in her head. When I asked her where she got it, she said, ‘one of the banting sites.’ … Continue reading
Posted in Day to Day Blogs, Recipes
Tagged Banting Bread, Banting recipes, Banting Seed bread, LCHF - what to eat
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Hovering Between Helping the Poor and Personal Safety
1-51pm This morning something happened that got me thinking! I was doing my Bible reading when the doorbell rang. It was 7-17am. I was still in my pajamas (of course!). The person rang the doorbell again. My bedroom overlooks the … Continue reading
Freedom!
1-45pm It’s been a process adjusting to life as a work- from- home wife and freelancer. My time is now so flexible compared to the rigidity of clock-watching required in the world of radio. Time waits for no man! In … Continue reading
Being at Peace With EVERYONE?!
3-54pm There is a verse in the Bible that says, “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.” It comes from Romans 12:18. How is this possible? There have been a few … Continue reading
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Tagged Being at peace with everyone, Helga's New Life, Sorting the house
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Best Address/Worst Address
12-55 I was always interested in the diversity of the audience who listened to me when I was the Rise and Shine presenter. I once had a very unexpected experience in this regard. I had a friend who had an acquaintance who lived in … Continue reading