Category: Experience

  • I miss her

    Last night I said goodbye to Boo. My familiar, my fat cat, my little beast with rabbit paws. She magically arrived on my balcony 10 years ago, whined until I let her in, and then never left. She chose me, and I've adored her and protected her for a huge part of my life.

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  • Dear Nedbank

    I remember the early days of our relationship. It was a happy time. But over the years you slowly started to neglect me. You didn’t understand or listen to me. You would offer me credit cards and insurance, but never a better account or advice. I became sad and resentful. When FNB offered me a platinum…

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  • Angry Birds Africa

    Much to my surprise (I hate computer games), I’ve become an Angry Birds fan. I don’t know what it is, but shooting little birds at little piggies reduces my stress levels considerably. I’ve nearly clocked the Rio version now and am rather worried about what I’ll do next. So I’d like to suggest to Rovio…

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  • Xmas day must-haves

    For me, the 25th of December is simply not complete without certain things: 1. Champagne & orange juice – for breakfast of course   2. Snoek pate or trout terrine with melba toast – always reminds me of my gran 3. Quality Street – the green triangle is my favourite favourite   4. Lamb, lamb…

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