Category Archives: Life

Reversal Of Misfortune

My one day photography course planned for last Saturday ended abruptly before it had even begun when I had to rush to the aid of a sick friend. Happily, the Volksuniversiteit has agreed to allow me to move my enrolment … Continue reading

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Spring Or Summer?

What is going on? As I write this, it’s 28°C (82.4°F) outside. I wouldn’t be surprised if this were the warmest 15th April in history. We’re only halfway through April and it already feels like the end of July. I’d … Continue reading

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Lights

Finally, some sixteen months after moving into this house, we’ve got rid of the two lightbulbs protruding on wires from above the television in the living-room and above the sideboard in the sitting-room. The lights we’ve had on order for … Continue reading

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Pavement Art

Frank set me a link to this fabulously deceptive pavement art. I’m bowled over by the quality of the pieces.

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Contemplative Frame of Mind

One minute you’re driving a 4×4, surrounded by palm trees and sand, your air-conditioning blasting away; the next you’re riding your bike into the wind, wearing a woolly hat and a thick coat. The wonders of travel. In January, our … Continue reading

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