Nothing about Nuffing

Baby Gabriel Vincent has arrived ... welcome sweet Angel

noreply@blogger.com (Strawberry_Lamb) — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 16:09:00 +0000

Born : 27th Oct 2009 at 09:06am
Parents : Michael & Sharon are still beaming ...
That makes me the Proud Aunt of this beautiful baby :-)

Well done brother, he is gorgeous!

Randoms

noreply@blogger.com (Strawberry_Lamb) — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 20:58:00 +0000

Outside my window... the stars are out.

I am thinking... How wonderful it was to share a meal with my SiL & BiL tonight, Keith made chicken & mushroom pie with the creamiest mash potato - I am so blessed to have a wonderful husband and fab-u-lous family.

I am thankful for... all that I have been blessed with thus far.

From the kitchen... the smell of the coffee machine brewing ...

I am wearing... black pj's bottoms and a white t - getting ready for bed now-now :-)

I am creating... a baby shower for my SiL - first grandchild on our side, I have so many ideas for the baby shower - just need to find a theme and go for it! Can't wait.

I am going... to love Keith and be a better wife - I seriously *heart* that man.

I am reading... Not yet but going to start a new Marion Keynes book shortly.

I am hoping...to unwind, relax, and enjoy the next 3 days off from work.

I am hearing... Keith calling me asking for a cappuccino - what was that I said above that I was going to be a better wife and here I sit blogging whilst the poor soul calls out for cappuccino.

Around the house... love my home...

One of my favorite things... is my Nikon camera!

A few plans for the rest of the week... sleep would be good. and photo taking. and maybe some sleep?

A picture to share... My beautiful SiL the one I am planning the wonderful Baby Shower for, come on 02 November ... my nephew will be born.

Have a good week.
K

Go now, and live.

noreply@blogger.com (Strawberry_Lamb) — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 19:05:00 +0000

Haven't written for a while ...

noreply@blogger.com (Strawberry_Lamb) — Mon, 20 Apr 2009 14:46:00 +0000

(read this somewhere today and it totally sums up how I am feeling)

Slightly overwhelmed with my thoughts and life in general. Nothing serious, it happens now and then. I do hope you enjoy this photo though, it's all I have for now.
Hoping to be back soon with a little more to talk about. Don't forget about me, ok?

He makes me smile ... The beach makes me happy ....

noreply@blogger.com (Strawberry_Lamb) — Sun, 15 Mar 2009 19:49:00 +0000

Have an awesome week.

Another Tag thing

noreply@blogger.com (Strawberry_Lamb) — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 19:17:00 +0000

One word ...

USING ONLY ONE WORD! It's not as easy as you might think! Copy and change the answers to suit you and pass it on. It's really hard to only use one word answers. Be sure to tag 3 other bloggers (and let them know!).. remember only ONE WORD!

1. Where is your cell phone?

table

2. Your significant other?

mine!

3. Your hair?

long

4. Your mother?

missed

5. Your father?

fabulous

6. Your favorite?

husband

7. Your dream last night?

submarines

8. Your favorite drink?

oros

9. Your dream/goal?

happiness!

10. What room you are in?

computer

11. Your hobby?

photography

12. Your fear?

unwarranted

13. Where do you want to be in 6 years?

alive

14. Where were you last night?

brother

15. Something that you are not?

thin!

16. Muffins?

no

17. Wish list item?

nothing

18. Where you grew up?

CT

19. Last thing you did?

eat

20. What are you wearing?

little

21. Your TV?

on

22. Your pets?

adored

23. Friends?

loved

24. Your life?

abundant

25. Your mood?

content

26. Missing some one?

yip

27. Car?

polo

28. Something you're not wearing?

bra

29. Your favorite store?

Any

30. Your favorite color?

grey

33. When is the last time you laughed?

earlier

34. Last time you cried?

recently

35. One place that I go to over and over?

facebook

36. One person who texts me regularly?

Keith

38. My favorite place to eat?

home

39. My favorite food?

curry

40. What did you do today?

stressed

Okay, I tag:

You
You
You

A-Z Meme

noreply@blogger.com (Strawberry_Lamb) — Sun, 22 Feb 2009 13:53:00 +0000

Found this Meme via this friend in the computer

A - Age: 30 something ... 21st March is another birthday for me.
B - Bed size: Double, I sleep on the left side
C - Chore you hate: unraveling the vacuum cleaning, plugging it in - only to find that it is a fraction to short to reach the corner you most need it, then having to unplug it into a different socket and then packing it away afterwards, hate it!
D - Dad’s Name: Leslie Charles, I got my second name from him, but mine is spelt Lesley
E - Essential start your day item: Shower
F - Favorite actor(s): Clive Owen & Jason Statham
G - Gold or Silver: Bling it on!
H - Height: 1,78m
I - Instruments you play(ed): Had piano lessons at school - would love to learn the play the violin
J - Job title: They don't have a title for what I do
K - Kid(s): Nope - just an adorable dog & gorgeous husband!
L - Living arrangements: Alive thanks!
M - Mom’s name: Jean (also known as Jean-the-Queen) Miss you loads Mom.
N - Nicknames: Kazza, K
O - Overnight hospital stay other than birth: spider bite (1 night), breast reduction (2 nights) - prefer to overnight in my own house thank you.
P - Pet Peeve: People that are late - people that are negative and judgemental. Oh and queues
Q - Quotes you like: All that we are is the result of what we have thought. Buddha
R - Right or left handed: Right
S - Siblings: Younger brother by 3 years
T - Time you wake up: 06:45 weekdays - on weekends I don't have an alarm, I wake up when I want to
U- Underwear: Yes
V - Vegetable you dislike: I enjoy all vegetables.
W - Ways you run late: I’m usually on time (rarely late, honestly)
X - X-rays you’ve had: back and neck (falling down small flight of stairs at brother's house 2 years ago - was v. lucky) Do the x-rays at the dentist count?
Y - Yummy food you like to prepare: Only thing I might be really good at is making divine salads and Keith would say I make the best egg & toast sandwiches
Z - Zodiac- Aries, on the cusp 21st March

All about Brown

noreply@blogger.com (Strawberry_Lamb) — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 19:05:00 +0000

I came home tonight and was inspired to take pictures around the house that was Brown! That pretty much sums up my entire house as everything is neutral, choc, cappuccino and brown! Not sure what it means - maybe I'm ready to change the interior or maybe it's just that I'm feeling wholesome and connecting with the earth - deep ... no pun intended ;-)

Hope you like my collection of browns, in the 1st group of photo's :

Wall hanging on either side of the lounge suite
My dog, Tigger!
Circle of Friends with a candle ... I light this and each time I am reminded of the symbolism of friends standing around a campfire in deep communion and the circle of friendship indicating that friendship never ends. I brought this one all the way from Edinburgh Scotland. I heart it!
My curtain & tie back. Love the richness of the choc brown taffeta type curtains

In the 2nd group of photo's:
Our bed!
My new pebble mat at the front door. I just had to have it, drove to 3 different stores to find it, eventually found it at Tygervalley!
Art hanging on my wall, compliments of my very talented cousin Darren!

3rd Group of photo's
Another shot of the art hanging on my walls in the house.

You like? Me too!

Brown says stability, reliability, and approachability. It is the color of our earth and is associated with all things natural or organic.

Effect of Brown

How the color brown effects us physically and mentally

a feeling of wholesomeness
stability
a connection with the earth
a sense orderliness

The Scent of Brown

Chocolate was the original scent of the brown colored Magic Scents Crayons from Binney & Smith Inc. introduced in 1994 with mostly food scents. There were numerous reports that children were eating the food-scented crayons, so the food scents were retired and replaced with non-food scents. The scent for the color brown became "dirt"

Nutmeg: A spicy scent, smells just like fresh ground Nutmeg. A great Holiday scent, very yummy. Aromatherapy benefits: Rejuvenating, uplifting, energizing.

Almond: Smells like Almond extract. A nutty almond, scent. Wonderful and light. Aromatherapy benefit. Anchoring, and strengthening

Songs with Brown in the Title

* "Another Brown World" [i] by Coil on Unnatural History II
* "Big, Bad Leroy Brown" by Jim Croce
* "Big Brown City" by Lynn Miles
* "Black, Brown and White" by Big Bill Broonzy
* "A Boat Like Gideon Brown" by Great Big Sea
* "Bobbie Brown Goes Down" by Frank Zappa on Sheik Yerbouti
* "Bring Back That Leroy Brown" by Queen on Sheer Heart Attack
* "Brown Eyed Girl" by Lagwagon
* "Brown Eyed Girl" by Van Morrison on Blowin' Your Mind!
* "Brown Eyed Handsome Man" by Chuck Berry
* "Brown Eyed Pickle Boy" by Tripping Daisy
* "Brown Hat/Tam Lin/The Night" by Einstein's Little Homunculus
* "Brown Sugar" by The Rolling Stones on Sticky Fingers

Culture of Brown: Brown represents wholesomeness and earthiness. While it might be considered a little on the dull side, it also represents steadfastness, simplicity, friendliness, dependability, and health. Although blue is the typical corporate color, UPS (United Parcel Service) has built their business around the dependability associated with brown.

Bye for now.

19 arb things you might not know about me...

noreply@blogger.com (Strawberry_Lamb) — Mon, 02 Feb 2009 19:08:00 +0000

1. I've never broken a bone - had to get stitches once in my left leg after a shaving accident.

2. I have always been a sucker for stray dogs! I can't just ride past a stray dog without feeling sorry for them. Since we got our Tigger, I can only imagine if he were alone on the street how it would be ... we did rescue him from the streets and now I believe he thinks he is in living doggy heaven with us :-)

3. With all the snow in the UK at the moment, I'd swop places with anyone in a heartbeat to be in Scotland right now! Anyone ... ?

4. The last holiday I had was in 2006 when I went to Scotland/London during March. I spent my birthday with my lovely family in Edinburgh. I vowed never to go on holiday again without Keith. I missed him too much ♥

5. I listen to a variety of music my favourite at the moment is Watershed (SA local band). Missed an opportunity to see Parletones this weekend, ah well next time.

6. I got chicken pox as I was doing my last final exam in Matric, I remember writing it alone in an office - just got one scar to prove it (Oh and a Matric certificate).

7. I ♥ taking photo's on my Nikon camera, new found hobby and I'm still learning, but I ♥ it! I keep my photos backed up in 2 different places in case I loose my photo's - You could probably say I'm a little paranoid.

8. I miss my Mom so much. She passed away on 02 Aug 1998 - I will never get over it, I just learn to live with it each day. She was an amazing lady. Jean-the-Queen!

9. One of my biggest pet peeves are when parents don't buckle their little kids in the car! Don't they even care?

10. Totally into White Chocolate Oreos & a glass of cold milk .... I ♥ it! Mmm.

11. I ♥ going to Blouberg Beach, walking in the sand, sitting on the rocks, just being in the moment. I have loved it since my Mom used to take us there as children ... and going back there is always as great as I remember it being back then with her.

12. I had my ears pierced when I was 9. I had l-o-n-g hair at the time and I remember my mom telling me that I could only have my ears pierced if I cut my hair .... she also taught me the art of bargaining!

13. Despite what everyone may think - especially those that know me well - I am really shy about meeting new people - I get nervous! My Myers Brigg profile confirms I am IFSP

14. But you won't believe I am nervous and when I tell people that I am actually shy, they find it hard to believe, so I'm an introvert by nature but forced to be extrovert at times. Not by preference. I have "met" some fab-u-lous people in the computer and ♥ to read their blogs (you know who you are)

15. I ♥ shoes - but would prefer to be barefoot. I also love having pedicures.

16. I ♥ shopping too! Lately been shopping for household items, waiting for the winter season to update the wardrobe.

17. I can be extremely random at times ... you can tell by reading this.

18. I have a younger brother, Michael, who is married to Sharon. They have just moved out of a flat into a house with a swimming pool and garden, they are happy. I ♥ them! I also have 2 other SiL's, Charnel & Tania, both amazing girls. I am blessed.

19. My dear aunt was diagnosed with breast cancer in August 2008, she has had her 6 sessions of chemotherapy, last one in Jan 09 and needs to go back in March for an assessment. Her courage and strength during this time has made me ♥ her even more than I already did. Through her struggle it has made us as a family remember that we are all in this together, we need to support each other - and sometimes just be there for each other and let each of us know that we are loved and we mean the world to each other. Thank you Mother T you've taught me a lesson (or two ...)

That's it for tonight got to get Keith a Nurofen he is suffering with a terrible headache, he get's cluster headaches and I wish there was something more I could do for him. It's terrible, go take a peep here to read just how hectic these headaches are.

Mwah

I'll be back soon ...

noreply@blogger.com (Strawberry_Lamb) — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 07:20:00 +0000

It's been a while, I haven't stopped here to write anything feel bad - but also don't know what to write. I've been easing into 2009 and wanting to keep the spirit alive. Been taking photographs with my Nikon & experiementing with the tripod and different lences capturing images. Being down to Blouberg beach for long walks, seen many sunsets and just enjoying the moments.

Mother T has had her final session of chemotherapy and goes back on 05 March for a final test, we will continue to send prayers in her direction. She is strong!

Had our first dinner club last week, was at SiL's place, made 2 new friends, welcome G&N - hope to see more of you guys.

Have a blessed day and speak soon.

Mwah

2009

noreply@blogger.com (Strawberry_Lamb) — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 13:43:00 +0000

This is my wish for you:
comfort on difficult days,
smiles when sadness intrudes,
rainbows to follow the clouds,
laughter to kiss your lips,
sunsets to warm your heart,
hugs when spirits sag,
beauty for your eyes to see,
friendships to brighten your being,
faith so that you can believe,
confidence for when you doubt,
courage to know yourself,
patience to accept the truth,
love to complete your life.

AUTHOR UNKNOWN

Support Breast Cancer Month

noreply@blogger.com (Strawberry_Lamb) — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 17:54:00 +0000

Cancer may come unexpectedly into your life, Bringing fear, hard times, and great strife. Families suffer and the end clearly unknown.
Families are stronger than ever and not alone.
Our personalities must stay optimistic, Feeling better and free will be realistic.
The experience could be a long, hard ride, Twists and turns in which you have cried.
When you fight and beat it and go on to live, Don't forget the people who are here to give. Love and care will forever and always stay.
Cancer will be knocked out of the way.
Your soul is and will be stronger than this; It can conquer cancer, destroy and dismiss. Courage and memories are very much needed, As tiring treatments have faithfully succeeded.
Friendship, family, and faith cannot be suppressed; They are the loving souls that make you blessed.
By: Michaela Fournier

Positive thoughts ...

noreply@blogger.com (Strawberry_Lamb) — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 15:17:00 +0000

Had some time this afternoon to catch up on some blogs and stopped and said a couple of prayers for friends in the computer:
For Tricia and Nate & beautiful baby Gwyneth - go one have a peep they have the most amazing story and God is blessing them each and every day
For a new blog that I discovered this afternoon, Katie needs our prayers
For one of my favourite bloggers, just cos she is such an inspiration and I admire her, but then in the same category I also love to read her daily updates and hers, these ladies are fab - and local is lekker!
My Mother T had a second dose of chemo today, I pray for her to feel better soon and continue to be strong.

I'm grateful and I'm blessed - What are you grateful for today?

Out and about in Cape Town

noreply@blogger.com (Strawberry_Lamb) — Sun, 28 Sep 2008 15:48:00 +0000

Recovered from the engagement party last night, decided to not waste the day indoors. Went for a drive to beach, put my toes in the water (freezing!), took in the view, walked with Tigger & Keith.
Not inspired to write much today. Here's to the week ahead!

It's the weekend baby

noreply@blogger.com (Strawberry_Lamb) — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 05:43:00 +0000

It's the weekend and what does that mean in Cape Town ... Rain!

I don't mind I love the rain but enough is enough, bring on Spring?

Plans for the weekend, feel like going to a movie tonight and having popcorn and coke light! Any recommendations on what to see? Wouldn't mind seeing Hansie movie or what about Mamma Mia?

Tomorrow morning is the usual pamper Saturday, starting off with me arbing around Canal Walk, can't wait to see what's new in Ginger Mary, need and outfit for Saturday night, going to my bosses engagement party! Then off to Valetta for my usual blow dry and pedicure/manicure.

Sunday with a little bit of luck, the weather will be fine and I can go out and use my new toy, Nikon D40 with signma lens and capture some moments in history. I'm inspired by many of my friends in the computer as they take amazing pic's and I too want to learn this new skill. I'm very new at this and was wondering is there anyone out there that can offer some free tips for me? Please.

Keith has been working v.v. hard - reckons he needs this weekend to catch up and relax.
My aunt that had the masectomy is recovering, she is so loved and with prayers she is well on the road to recovery, her cancer has brought us all closer together. I love my Mother T.
President Mothlanthe is sworn in as South Africa's new head of state.
It's Friday, I'm felling happy! And also the fact that Maggie is at my house, cleaning and making it all pretty for me for the weekend, I heart Maggie!
Thinking of my Dad today, going to give him a call later just to say hello and let him know I was thinking of him.
I have the most handsome kind precious brother in the whole wide world and he is married to the most amazing funny kind lady, what more could a sister want.
Keith is also blessed with 3 brothers, 2 of them also have amazing wives, my one SiL was also my best friend in high school, she introduced Keith and I (thanks Charnel!)
I live in Cape Town, nothing better in the world, but would give up cappcucino's if I could be in Scotland again. Did I mention that Keith and I got engaged in a castle in Scotland - St Margaret's Chapel on Edinburgh Castle. I also have the most amazing family living in Edinburgh and I would love to have a cup of tea and a hot buttie with A.Linda and catch up. Miss you guys lots.
Within my sensitivity lies my stregth.
Bye for now have a safe weekend you all.

Me? Portrait of an ISFJ - Introverted Sensing Feeling Judging

noreply@blogger.com (Strawberry_Lamb) — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 14:56:00 +0000

The Nurturer

As an ISFJ, your primary mode of living is focused internally, where you takes things in via your five senses in a literal, concrete fashion. Your secondary mode is external, where you deal with things according to how you feel about them, or how they fit into your personal value system.
ISFJs live in a world that is concrete and kind. They are truly warm and kind-hearted, and want to believe the best of people. They value harmony and cooperation, and are likely to be very sensitive to other people's feelings. People value the ISFJ for their consideration and awareness, and their ability to bring out the best in others by their firm desire to believe the best.

ISFJs have a rich inner world that is not usually obvious to observers. They constantly take in information about people and situations that is personally important to them, and store it away. This tremendous store of information is usually startlingly accurate, because the ISFJ has an exceptional memory about things that are important to their value systems. It would not be uncommon for the ISFJ to remember a particular facial expression or conversation in precise detail years after the event occured, if the situation made an impression on the ISFJ. ISFJs have a very clear idea of the way things should be, which they strive to attain. They value security and kindness, and respect traditions and laws. They tend to believe that existing systems are there because they work. Therefore, they're not likely to buy into doing things in a new way, unless they're shown in a concrete way why its better than the established method. ISFJs learn best by doing, rather than by reading about something in a book, or applying theory. For this reason, they are not likely to be found in fields which require a lot of conceptual analysis or theory. They value practical application. Traditional methods of higher education, which require a lot of theorizing and abstraction, are likely to be a chore for the ISFJ. The ISFJ learns a task best by being shown its practical application. Once the task is learned, and its practical importance is understood, the ISFJ will faithfully and tirelessly carry through the task to completion. The ISFJ is extremely dependable.
The ISFJ has an extremely well-developed sense of space, function, and aesthetic appeal. For that reason, they're likely to have beautifully furnished, functional homes. They make extremely good interior decorators. This special ability, combined with their sensitivity to other's feelings and desires, makes them very likely to be great gift-givers - finding the right gift which will be truly appreciated by the recipient. More so than other types, ISFJs are extremely aware of their own internal feelings, as well as other people's feelings. They do not usually express their own feelings, keeping things inside. If they are negative feelings, they may build up inside the ISFJ until they turn into firm judgments against individuals which are difficult to unseed, once set. Many ISFJs learn to express themselves, and find outlets for their powerful emotions. Just as the ISFJ is not likely to express their feelings, they are also not likely to let on that they know how others are feeling. However, they will speak up when they feel another individual really needs help, and in such cases they can truly help others become aware of their feelings.

The ISFJ feels a strong sense of responsibility and duty. They take their responsibilities very seriously, and can be counted on to follow through. For this reason, people naturally tend to rely on them. The ISFJ has a difficult time saying "no" when asked to do something, and may become over-burdened. In such cases, the ISFJ does not usually express their difficulties to others, because they intensely dislike conflict, and because they tend to place other people's needs over their own. The ISFJ needs to learn to identify, value, and express their own needs, if they wish to avoid becoming over-worked and taken for granted. ISFJs need positive feedback from others. In the absence of positive feedback, or in the face of criticism, the ISFJ gets discouraged, and may even become depressed. When down on themselves or under great stress, the ISFJ begins to imagine all of the things that might go critically wrong in their life. They have strong feelings of inadequacy, and become convinced that "everything is all wrong", or "I can't do anything right".
The ISFJ is warm, generous, and dependable. They have many special gifts to offer, in their sensitivity to others, and their strong ability to keep things running smoothly. They need to remember to not be overly critical of themselves, and to give themselves some of the warmth and love which they freely dispense to others.

So I'm - Introverted Sensing with Extraverted Feeling - who would have guessed?

PS: Keith bought me a present on the weekend, I'm inspired by my friends in the computer to take photographs and he thought this was a great tool to start with ... Thanks Babes, watch this space I'll make you proud!

MiL

noreply@blogger.com (Strawberry_Lamb) — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 19:00:00 +0000

My mother in law ... Keith's Mom, Jay, Jeanette. She's known to many as I've just mentioned, but to me, she'll always be, My Mother in Law!

Thanks for the support shown to me during this time with A.Teresa's breast cancer, thank you for phoning to ask how she is doing, thank you for asking how I am feeling. Thank you for you!

You've taught me not to live my life to please other people. You've made a difference in my life and I love you lots, Strawberry!

Thank you for a bringing your wonderful son, Keith, into this world so that I can spend my days with him.

Everyone wants to ride with you in the limo, but what you need is someone who will take the bus with you when the limo breaks down (Oprah)

PS: See you on Saturday, Keith is leaving us money for Sushi & dvd's to make up for when he is in JHB with Colin. Looking forward to our pajama party! Yeah!

Weekend Update

noreply@blogger.com (Strawberry_Lamb) — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 14:45:00 +0000

Had a blessed weekend, went to visit my aunt in hospital, she had a mastectomy on Thursday and by yesterday afternoon, look healthier than the visitors sitting around her bed. It's the power of prayer that brought her to where she is now. She is on the road to recovery and as she said with such strength yesterday, she is a cancer survivor! I adore you Mother T.

Keith & I took Tigger for a walk in Durbanville on Sunday, was fresh & chilly. Managed to get a few pic's of the scenery and was reminded how lucky we are to live in such a beautiful place.

Of course, in my mind, there is no better view in my eyes than Keith & Tigger. Love you lots and thanks for a great weekend babes.

Things to be grateful for this week:
Mother T coming out of hospital this week
I'm having a l-o-n-g weekend, going to sleep in on Monday morning, hit the snooze button ...
Going to Stellenbosch been offered a complimentary hair colour (can't say no to that)
Looking forward to our dinner club on Saturday 30th Aug at Charnel & Colin - love spending time with the people that count in my life
Going to Durban & Johannesburg this week
Won a gift hamper from a beauty house through a magazine competition, I've selected my products, just waiting for the hamper to arrive
(will come back and add to this list ...)

Have yourselves a good week also.

Breast Cancer

noreply@blogger.com (Strawberry_Lamb) — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 18:26:00 +0000

Today, I learned the news of 2 people that have been diagnosed with Breast Cancer.
It's come as a big shock. The 1 lady is so dear to my heart that I can't imagine life without her. She is my rock. She stood by me when my Mom passed away. She stood by me when I married Keith. She is my person!

The other lady is a sister of a dear friend of mine. My thoughts & prayers go out to your whole family Leila.

One never knows what the right thing is to say to someone diagnosed so I looked for the words in the computer and with a little help came up with this ...

What do you do if your dearest friend or family member has cancer? You support their choice. You listen to why they have decided to take the course of action they are on, and you stand by them. You don't discredit the treatments, you support their ability to trust and believe in the treatment.

The mind-body connection is very strong and it is proven that if a patient believes that they will heal using a certain treatment, their chances are much better that they will heal using that treatment. You can be afraid with them, you can be furious at the cancer with them, you can be sad with them. But when it comes to the treatments they are going through, you stand by them and help them to believe.

Believe that they will get well. Believe that they will survive and thrive. Believe that you will too.

Mother T & Farzanah my thoughts and prayers are with you both today. While you work things out and wait for better times to start - I wish you the smiles of family and friends to lift your spirits and warm your heart.

Tomorrow, I will phone for an appointment for a mammogram! I encourage you reading to do the same.

Jean-The-Queen, my Mother

noreply@blogger.com (Strawberry_Lamb) — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 15:34:00 +0000

10 Years ago today I said Farewell to my Mother.
When a Mother dies, it it like someone cuts a piece of your heart out with a sharp knife.
It was from My Mother that I first learned, to think, to feel, to imagine, to believe.
Not a day goes by without me remembering her, she was my best Friend.
Mom, Thank you for my life, I will always always miss you and love you.
Till we meet again.
With love from your Daughter
xxx

SiL's 40th

noreply@blogger.com (Strawberry_Lamb) — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 12:33:00 +0000

Celebrated my SiL & BiL's joint 40th on Saturday night at the Italian Club. Here's a couple of photo's from the event. Sharon, Charnel & I

Keith & I

Charnel & I

BiL & SiL - don't you agree, they look good for 40! Thanks Colin & Charnel, we had a great time and we are very blessed to have shared the special event with you.

Life hands us many different things, good and bad. One of the greatest gifts we receive is the love of a good friend.

Love, always.

Long weekend ...

noreply@blogger.com (Strawberry_Lamb) — Fri, 25 Jul 2008 14:05:00 +0000

Enjoying a long weekend, only back to work on Tuesday again. Nice.

Spent the day arbing in the malls this morning, was looking for something fabulous to wear to 2 functions coming up, tomorrow night it is my SiL & BiL's joined 40th party. Then next week have a 21st birthday to attend. Shoo thought I was done with 21st ... makes me feel too old!
My house is spotless, Maggie was here today to wave her magic wand and now the house is looking fab, here's a couple of pic's that I've just taken of my favourite rooms in my house ...

The dining area, I love it as many a good meal has been served there, special memories shared with friends/family around the table.

The lounge, who can resist a Coricraft couch with pillows ... just hate having to fluff them up when I'm done sitting on it. But they are very comfy indeed ...

Then I have another fav spot, picture this, lying on the day bed, curled up with soft blanket, fire going and reading a great book. I love this chill out zone!

Our bedroom ... say no more :-)

The 2nd Bathroom (who forgot to put the toilet seat down ... Mr L)

Monday, Keith and I are going to spend the day together, he is also off so we will go to a movie, have some lunch and just be together. Nice! Looking forward to it.

Thanks for visiting my house, wish I could invite you over for a cappuccino and chat. This will have to do then.

Have an awesome weekend friends in the computer. Praying for CF, Pepe, hoping So Close's A&K feel better soon, can't wait to read about her weekend update, going to lurk on cousin's blog in UK to catch up on her beautiful family, enjoy the writing of new mommy and her darling baby girl, speaking about mothers and all, found this mom blog through her blog and I think she totally rocks, what an awesome Mother you are to your 3 boys.

Be safe you all.
K

It's your life

noreply@blogger.com (Strawberry_Lamb) — Sat, 05 Jul 2008 16:45:00 +0000

To live content with small means; to seek elegance rather than luxury; and refinement rather than fashion; to be worthy, not respectable; and wealthy, not rich; to study hard, think quietly, talk gently, act frankly; to listen to stars and birds, to babes and sages, with open heart; to bear all cheerfully, do all bravely, await occasion, hurry never; in a word, to let the spiritual, unbidden and unconscious grow up through the common. This is to be my symphony. William Henry Channing

It's freezing in Cape Town today, real winters day, I'm not complaining this is my favourite time of the year. I love the rain, I love the coldness, I love that I don't need to make an excuse to just want to be at home. I love my home, Keith made a fire this afternoon, I lay on the couch reading my new Marian Keyes book, had a cup of tea - was great. Brought me to the reality that all I want is right here, right now. I'm blessed.

Going to snuggle up now and watch a dvd, Keith is going to make rump steak with potato wedges (Oh yes ... another good reason why I *heart* Winter, comfort food ...) speaking of comfort food which translates to weight-gain, I have been to the gym 3 times this week & signing up again with Nelius for another month, boy did he make us build up a sweat on Wednesday, was stiff for 2 days after that. Looking forward to the challenge and my goal of feeling fab & healthy. Wish me luck and leave me a motivational comment, got loads of kg's to loose.

Enjoy your evening all.

Hotels & Facebook

noreply@blogger.com (Strawberry_Lamb) — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 18:53:00 +0000

Hello from JHB, sitting in my hotel room at Falstaff Hotel, just had a wonderful dinner and best part, just needed to move the tray off the bed and leave it until room service come and clean it away!

Had a easy flight from Cape Town no delays (!) and stood in line to collect luggage and saw one of my favourite people in my computer, Tertia and I was too shy to say hello. I stood at the baggage collection and just stood there in awe. Hope you are also in your hotel room, feet up, wine in hand and that your trip is a success.

What are the chances of bumping into another favourite person in my computer, Wenchy from her blog I know she lives in JHB. I'm only here for a short time but that would be awesome, I wonder if I will be too shy to say hello to her as well. Well to both of you, You Rock!

Off to take a bubble bath now, best part about being in a hotel room on my own ... total control of the TV remote ... and the TV is not even on. Just me, laptop, Ismael Lo on the MP3 and white crisp linen sheets & duvet covers. Sheer bliss!

Have a blessed week my friends in the computer and may I ask that you continue to pray for Nate, Trisha & Baby Gwyneth.

Blessings & Hidings

noreply@blogger.com (Strawberry_Lamb) — Mon, 09 Jun 2008 14:23:00 +0000

Wanted to write a post, got to the title and couldn't think what I wanted to say. Just wanted to let everyone know how I was feeling today. Good!

It's a Monday afternoon, survived the Monday Morning Blues and getting my mind ready for a cardio session at the gym this evening.

Feeling bad (still!) for hitting my dog ... I can't believe I did but it was in a moment of complete panic and relief that I nipped him on the leg. We took him for a walk yesterday afternoon and he disappeared in the garden and manage to climb through a fence to the neighbours behind. I searched all over for him, called him, but the little shit didn't come. I then heard dog's barking behind where we were looking for him and then realised he must be tormenting the dog's - I got into my car and drove around to look for him - left my frantic husband on the premises in case Tigger came back to look for us! Couldn't find him, was just about to drive away when I see him sniffing a plant! Can you believe it. Out of complete relief I scolded him and he just flopped down and I nipped him *hard* on the leg. Got him into the car and drove back to where Keith was still searching for him. We both ignored him for a while (all of 5 minutes ... I applied the naughty chair rule to the dog). But today I feel worse, how could I do that to him. Keith reckons Tigger has long since forgiven me ... however I still feel bad, can't wait to get home after gym and take him for a long walk and shower him with cuddles tonight.

Ok so what else am I grateful for today ... everything and more. I am blessed and I continue to thank God for this.

My dad at the ripe age of 65 got his first PC this weekend, now is wanting to register on facebook and learn to surf the net .... precious! For father's day my treat for him is to send him on a crash course to learn how to navigate his way around ... I don't have the patience to teach him so I will paysome to do it for me. Bless him.

To my friends in the computer I wish you all a happy week and I look forward to browsing (not lurking) your pages.

Keep warm & keep updating.

Mwah!

PS: Still couldn't come up with an appropriate title for this entry so will just call it ... blessings & hidings