Tag Archives: grief

Ode to the Rainbow Nation

Posted on 02/05/2013 by

There was hopeful joyous anticipation, even celebration On that momentous 94 April day of awaited rejuvenation Expectant cues formed at each and every polling station To vote for the new leaders of the young Rainbow Nation Great promises of prosperity … Continue reading →

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Have You Ever Wondered?

Posted on 01/05/2013 by

Have you been faced with the situation of being told to move on… to get over it, you’ve had your say now just forget about what’s eating at you. About two months ago a did a few posts about what … Continue reading →

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South Africa’s New National Sport?

Posted on 04/03/2013 by

I ask myself if I’m allowed to even dare suggest that crime and violence is sport. But on the other hand, if I don’t ask the question, will I not also be culpable or complicit in the carnage? Yes, that … Continue reading →

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Revulsion and Shame!

Posted on 11/02/2013 by

The more I thought of the news my GLW shared with me on Saturday morning the more the loathing increased. I am, at this point of my life, finding it very, very difficult to call myself a proud South African. … Continue reading →

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Zach and Steve Meet Again…

Posted on 08/02/2013 by

Stefaans, or Steve to his friends, was sitting opposite Zach. His indigo blue eyes perfectly offset by his tanned features. A bit Hollywood, thought Zach. Only one difference, Stefaans was for real. No acting here… just the self-same old friend … Continue reading →

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Blessed and Privileged – Shared Joy!

Posted on 31/01/2013 by

Today I’m beginning a few posts about a set of events and their impact on our lives… an impact we will never forget! We are the lucky ones… the good lady and I, to be able to bring you this … Continue reading →

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The Rose Quartz Power…

Posted on 28/01/2013 by

“This place is full of mystery… full of rumour, myth… tales of greed and dying. This place is touched. “ Zach will always remember that night around the camp fire at the oasis… the hot springs about a day’s walk … Continue reading →

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Beauty…

Posted on 14/12/2012 by

There’s that old line, used by many a man … Beauty is in the eye of the beholder Time’s onward march queries the plan Oft burdening the already weary shoulder Questioning where toils and strife began Or, is it merely … Continue reading →

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We Salute You Friend!

Posted on 06/12/2012 by

I won’t lie Mick… looking through the archive to celebrate your life again brought a lump to my throat… again brought tears to my eyes. Yes… we still find it difficult to deal with your sad passing. Yes… we mourn … Continue reading →

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Man’s Mortality…

Posted on 22/10/2012 by

What’s the old, old… ancient old story? Man must surely pay taxes… sh*te and then die! Dramatic… no. The simplest way of describing our existence? Maybe… not? So? What’s brought on this bout of sardonic retrospection? Or… should that be … Continue reading →

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