Seems like the wonderful balmy weather we have been having is disappearing.
The past few days have definetly got colder and today is simply awful.
Its quite amazing how I could see the cold front approaching over the sea as I drove into town.
I suppose though we need some good cold weather and we definetly need rain. In fact it is now pretty desperate.
Many small towns in the interior are without water and in fact water in being delivered to them by huge water trucks!
The wild life is also feeling the effects of the drought.
Today Dave told me there was a monkey in our garden heading up to the main house, obviously desperate and in search of food. Luckily the dogs were inside or it could have been injured. It disappeared as soon as it saw Dave. Clever little creature!
I was thinking when driving into town, that life is full of uncertainties.
You do not know if you will be here at the end of the day or not. Sounds scary, well we should always be prepared.
As the weather changes in a flash before our eyes so too can our circumstances.
So to end, are you sure of where you are headed, should your life come to an abrupt end?
If you are that is great, if you are not sure then take a moment to ask Jesus into your life to help you through the dark times, and when He is ready to escort you home to your heavenly mansion.
Friday, May 28, 2010
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Beautiful day
This time of the year must be the best ever in South Africa.
Wonderful crisp early mornings, with mist over the river and dew
covering the lawns.
As the day progresses the lazy sun makes an appearance and warms us all up.
We sit and bask in the warmth of the winter's sun.
There are families picnicking on the river, some are fishing others just playing ball games.
While others sitting and taking it all in while their braai (barbeque) fires burn happily before them.
The families who bring dogs are soon reminded by my two sentries on fence duty that it is not allowed to walk against their fence.
These are lazy days. One feels loath to go inside the house, as you are greeted by the cold and grey of the season.
My bulbs planted a few weeks back are all making their first shy appearance.
Soon there will be a blaze of colour.
We are truly blessed.
Wonderful crisp early mornings, with mist over the river and dew
covering the lawns.
As the day progresses the lazy sun makes an appearance and warms us all up.
We sit and bask in the warmth of the winter's sun.
There are families picnicking on the river, some are fishing others just playing ball games.
While others sitting and taking it all in while their braai (barbeque) fires burn happily before them.
The families who bring dogs are soon reminded by my two sentries on fence duty that it is not allowed to walk against their fence.
These are lazy days. One feels loath to go inside the house, as you are greeted by the cold and grey of the season.
My bulbs planted a few weeks back are all making their first shy appearance.
Soon there will be a blaze of colour.
We are truly blessed.
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Why I love South Africa
I am proudly South African. You may wonder what this is all about, well in approximately 10 days time the much awaited World Cup starts here. Many visitors will be coming to this beautiful country of ours.
I love living here because it is a land of wide open spaces, wonderful weather and colourful people.
I have lived here my whole life and would not move by choice. We are blessed with so many things. While I know crime plays a huge part in this country, I don't think it is any worse than any other country these days. Racism is not only rife here, but in plenty of other places around the world.
We were taught from an early age to respect people of all colour. My parents made no distinction. Unfortunately you are always going to find the individuals who take pleasure in harming others. We are not untouched by crime. Friends of mine have been murdered, my daughter has been mugged, our previous home was broken into and many other small incidents. yet through all this God has protected us and kept us safe.
When my daughter was mugged, there were amazing people who raced to our assistance, putting their own safety at risk.
South Africa has much to offer. Our beaches are amongst the best in the world, the hospitality you will come across is legendary, game farms abound with many different animals.
Many people are going all out to welcome visitors to this country of ours. The excitement mounts daily.
To be honest I am not a soccer fan at all, but I will enter into the spirit of the game and support my country.
Finally there is a wonderful scripture which is very much part of me and that is God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of love, peace and a sound mind. 2Tim 1:7 This is a comfort to me in the darkest times, knowing that as long as I keep my mind on Him, it will be sound and i need not fear that which the devil might try to bring into our lives.
I love living here because it is a land of wide open spaces, wonderful weather and colourful people.
I have lived here my whole life and would not move by choice. We are blessed with so many things. While I know crime plays a huge part in this country, I don't think it is any worse than any other country these days. Racism is not only rife here, but in plenty of other places around the world.
We were taught from an early age to respect people of all colour. My parents made no distinction. Unfortunately you are always going to find the individuals who take pleasure in harming others. We are not untouched by crime. Friends of mine have been murdered, my daughter has been mugged, our previous home was broken into and many other small incidents. yet through all this God has protected us and kept us safe.
When my daughter was mugged, there were amazing people who raced to our assistance, putting their own safety at risk.
South Africa has much to offer. Our beaches are amongst the best in the world, the hospitality you will come across is legendary, game farms abound with many different animals.
Many people are going all out to welcome visitors to this country of ours. The excitement mounts daily.
To be honest I am not a soccer fan at all, but I will enter into the spirit of the game and support my country.
Finally there is a wonderful scripture which is very much part of me and that is God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of love, peace and a sound mind. 2Tim 1:7 This is a comfort to me in the darkest times, knowing that as long as I keep my mind on Him, it will be sound and i need not fear that which the devil might try to bring into our lives.
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