Archive for: June, 2011

On productivity and the words in my head

On productivity and the words in my head

Don’t laugh, but there was a time when I used to fear that the words in my head would run out. For a web copywriter, this is a very real and very scary thought. After all, we need to summon the words all day, everyday. Not just that, but we need to find the right words. Big words, descriptive words, serious words, converting words and filler words to bring it all together. When I blog, the words come from my … Read More »

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As we approach the winter solstice

As we approach the winter solstice

* I have to wonder why I haven’t gotten a heater yet * My feature duvet is something I cannot live without * Comedy nights are something I need to start going to again * I stockpile socks and cardis in all colours of the rainbow * Winter sundowners at La Vie are every bit as awesome as they are in summer * Braais and outdoor house parties require a roaring fire and plenty of layers * I can’t venture … Read More »

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Red the Rescue Dog

Red the Rescue Dog

This is Red. My sister and her former housemate rescued him from the township in Piketberg, where he had been left to starve to death. With the huge hearts that they both have (and the number of rescue animals they have managed to save throughout the years), they managed to rescue Red and take him to a safe place. When they first got him about a month or so ago, he could hardly walk, wouldn’t eat and had wounds on … Read More »

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Needful Things – the winter edition

Needful Things – the winter edition

While I am actually rather a fan of winter, sometimes the cold gets to me. The rain even more so – I hate getting rained on! Nevertheless, what I love most about winter is that it gives me an excuse to indulge in all things luxurious, comfortable and warm. Here are some of my current favourite things for these long, cold winters… 1. Winter Hats I have a black knitted hat that I wear to death – it is so … Read More »

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