Kitkat (keida84) came to London after spending precious time with Berni and Carl in Upwell. Kat is a friend for life, and a second big sister to me. Berni and Carl are also wonderful souls, we are surrounded by people who have touched my husband and I in a huge way, who have made a big impact on our lives. For that we will always be grateful.
We had a fantastic time, meeting up at the Royal Albert Hall (where Berni and Carl were going to see Madame Butterfly), and then wandered off to find a restaurant.
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Wednesday, 28 March 2007
Friday, 23 March 2007
In tribute ~ Berni
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Woman, wife, mum and friend extraordinaire ~ |
Bernishand was one of the first people I chatted with on VT, in January 2005, late one evening... the topic of conversation was shoes I believe! But then that wouldn’t surprise anyone who knew this amazing lady. A successful mum, devoted wife, strong woman and loyal friend, with a wicked sense of humour and a fabulous laugh! This is Berni Shand, the woman I have come to know and love.
Berni, you are sorely missed and dearly loved. I will try and not dwell on the friend I have lost, but rejoice in the friend I gained in you. Thank you for the privilege of your friendship these past two years. Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with your family, Carl, Colin, Carla and Christian, and especially your Carl, that beloved husband you have been blessed with all these years. You were made for eachother.
Hambagahle (good bye) for now my friend, till we meet again xxx
Sunday, 11 March 2007
Wednesday, 14 February 2007
Tuesday, 13 February 2007
Our latest Pilansberg/Sun City/Lost City holiday
There is SO much to see and do here, for nature lovers, speed freaks, water babies, some gambling fun, family orientated activities, bird watchers, swimming, golfing.. you name it, you can find it here!
I have been here a few times and have a mix of old (scanned) photos, as well as new, digital ones. The newer ones are far nicer quality but the old are still special, so I have left them on here.
For a day trip, a weekend away or a proper holiday, this is a lovely place to come to (except for the fact that there are thousands of other tourists and travellers there too haha) Mid week visits are less crowded and personally, more enjoyable due to this. We have gone on weekends before and this last time (Jan 2007), we made sure it was for a few days mid-week.
There is so much to do here! We did a variety of water sports and had a wonderful time. We came here with family - my brother, his wife and their little girl - and so it was an extra special time for us all.
We stayed at Baghatla Camp on the border of Pilansberg this time, and thoroughly enjoyed it!
And across the way?
The stunning Pilansberg Game and Nature Reserve. We went to Pilansberg in January 2007 and had a fabulous time! I actually had my birthday here and a better present I could not have asked for!
My little 2 year old niece calls us 'Uncle LanceJenny, and she was happily singing away to me as we drove along 'Happy birthday Uncle Jenny...' it was so adorable :)
We saw a lot more this time than we have before (have a fantastic camera now too, which makes all the difference!), we also got locked in the park the one night too, which I will tell you all about in the tips! Whether big/small game, bird or insect life, here one touches African soil.
Wednesday, 15 November 2006
The family unit
I was brought up in a Christian home, and, even though my biological father chose only to sire his 4 children and then leave, my mum did a marvellous job in raising us single-handedly, with God's help.
The family is under constant threat as there is little respect for elders and everything is 'PC' and all about self... priorities are upside down.
Having lived in South Africa and England, I see marked differences in the behaviour of youngsters for example btwn the two countries... and have to conclude that where there is more discipline (as in South African schools and homes generally), there is more love and respect. A stronger family unit, which makes for a better/more caring society.
The family is under constant threat as there is little respect for elders and everything is 'PC' and all about self... priorities are upside down.
Having lived in South Africa and England, I see marked differences in the behaviour of youngsters for example btwn the two countries... and have to conclude that where there is more discipline (as in South African schools and homes generally), there is more love and respect. A stronger family unit, which makes for a better/more caring society.
Tuesday, 14 November 2006
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