So my posts are going to decrease even more now due to maxing out our broadband usage for the month at home. I am certainly mostly to blame with my skyping, emailing, photo uploading and blogging.
In other news, today was my last day at Lawrence house and it was sad. I think two kids learned the alphabet more or less though so that's good. Right? Always wishing for more time hey. It's so important to use the time we have would be the lesson I'll attempt to carry with me.
Um that's all. Going to go enjoy a nice leg of lamb prepared by my dear dear friend. Will toast to my other friend celebrating her 27th today.
Cheers
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Frantic
With one week left in Cape Town, I am feeling overwhelmed and frantic. I have so much to do and so many tough goodbyes ahead of me. I'm wrapping up my volunteer activities in the hopes of having some free time to cruise around town and maybe soak up some sun on the beach. This, however, means saying farewell to all the kids I've been working with. It will be weird to not have them as part of my day.
Although it got cooler here, the sun still shines brightly and we are still hitting some temperatures in the high 20s. I'm hoping the weather is this fine in OZ and New Zealand, my next destinations. Even if it's not, barring any dump of snow, I don't think I'll complain too much. Wait, of course I'll complain but I won't actually mind whatever weather comes my way.
In addition to the flat tire I had on the weekend, this morning, my car wouldn't start. I managed to get a boost and now my little 'beast', as a friend called it (in a good way), is back running better than before.
Hoping to track down some photos to add to the site for your viewing pleasure.
Stay tuned...
Although it got cooler here, the sun still shines brightly and we are still hitting some temperatures in the high 20s. I'm hoping the weather is this fine in OZ and New Zealand, my next destinations. Even if it's not, barring any dump of snow, I don't think I'll complain too much. Wait, of course I'll complain but I won't actually mind whatever weather comes my way.
In addition to the flat tire I had on the weekend, this morning, my car wouldn't start. I managed to get a boost and now my little 'beast', as a friend called it (in a good way), is back running better than before.
Hoping to track down some photos to add to the site for your viewing pleasure.
Stay tuned...
Sunday, March 22, 2009
These Are the Days
Well it's Sunday afternoon and I've had a great weekend. I'm still thinking about my burger from Royale and salivating a little. Saturday I got up to a bunch of random things starting the day off with cricket. We watched over 6 hours of cricketing action seeing the South African side dominate the Australians. I was fortunate enough to receive a comprehensive explanation of the game, finally getting the info on the finer points of the sport I've been looking for. We saw a guy hit 4 sixes in a row and confirmed the reason for the closing down of all bars in the stadium from 1:15-2:15 was to give the crowd a chance to sober up. We were lucky to be in a shaded area and so despite being overdressed for the weather in our 'members section appropriate attire' we didn't melt.
Today was a fun filled day which included getting help changing a flat tire on my ride and walking along the beach. It's beautiful outside and as I just had dinner at 4:30, there is lots of day left. I think I'll go see what I can do for some fun. I've finished playing with Lego's for now and have had enough dog dodging for today.
Today was a fun filled day which included getting help changing a flat tire on my ride and walking along the beach. It's beautiful outside and as I just had dinner at 4:30, there is lots of day left. I think I'll go see what I can do for some fun. I've finished playing with Lego's for now and have had enough dog dodging for today.
Friday, March 20, 2009
Take That Blog Poll!
Well I'm still warthog rib free and I haven't gone formal wine tasting yet. However, those things you didn't vote for are getting done. I've gone for a hike and although it wasn't Lion's head yet (it was closed due to fires on the mountain), I stuck with the animal theme and I hiked Elephant Eye. As well, today after a bonus internship shift, I went for a burger and sweet potato fries at Royale. The Cosa Nostra (Sir Isaac was this your fave?) - delicious burger, topped with tomato pesto, mozzarella and grilled Mediterranean vegetables.
Oh and I stumbled across the option that received NO votes and caught some live music as part of the free Cape Town Festival going on this weekend. Caught a new version of Freshlyground. I feel badly saying that, it's an obvious comparison to make because of the mixed group of people and the live instruments but this group opted for a dj as well who added a sort of electronic house beat to it. I forget their name Copa or something.
Cricket tomorrow and we'll see what else I can cram in over my last week or so here. A lot of eating to be sure.
Oh and I stumbled across the option that received NO votes and caught some live music as part of the free Cape Town Festival going on this weekend. Caught a new version of Freshlyground. I feel badly saying that, it's an obvious comparison to make because of the mixed group of people and the live instruments but this group opted for a dj as well who added a sort of electronic house beat to it. I forget their name Copa or something.
Cricket tomorrow and we'll see what else I can cram in over my last week or so here. A lot of eating to be sure.
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Les resultats
Wine tasting it is. One problem, I need a friend to go with me. Any takers? I'm sure I'll get something sorted, in the mean time, I need to focus my energy on warthog ribs no?
As well, this Saturday, I'm going to catch a cricket match! Finalement. South Africa vs. ?? you tell me. Should be tops either way though.
Despite your votes, I'm still going to try to get in a hike up Lion's Head. I think it will be quite a challenge both physically and legally as it was closed today. There are massive fires all over the mountains due to a lack of rain and high heat. So all those hot sunny days when I was complaining? I was only thinking of the mountains.
I'll see what I can do about getting some more pictures up here. In the meantime, read some celebrity blogs and maybe you'll catch a picture of Matt Damon in the township I sometimes hang out in or the clubs and mansions down the road from me.
Later
As well, this Saturday, I'm going to catch a cricket match! Finalement. South Africa vs. ?? you tell me. Should be tops either way though.
Despite your votes, I'm still going to try to get in a hike up Lion's Head. I think it will be quite a challenge both physically and legally as it was closed today. There are massive fires all over the mountains due to a lack of rain and high heat. So all those hot sunny days when I was complaining? I was only thinking of the mountains.
I'll see what I can do about getting some more pictures up here. In the meantime, read some celebrity blogs and maybe you'll catch a picture of Matt Damon in the township I sometimes hang out in or the clubs and mansions down the road from me.
Later
Questionable Analogy
'You can be a secret agent of God, like the secret police.'
I'm paraphrasing but that was the phrase that knocked the wind out of me as I stood listening to a nun speak to the class of 7-16 year-olds at one of the places I volunteer. Now her point was that you can worship God and influence people positively with your faith following way of life without being publicly/in your face about God and religion. This is what I think she was trying to say but I'm going to call the mention of the secret police a horrific comparison.
In other news, I bunked my volunteer responsibilities today in favour of a morning hike and just some low key hanging about. I hiked the Elephant Eye route and it felt great to be back out in nature. It was a good test for the knee, which held up fairly well. I'll let you know how it feels tomorrow.
The rest of the day was full of home style drama, from biting dogs, to kids accidents, to pouring dog food into the dog's water bowl and having a good time catching up with friends on skype. Skype is the future and the future is now. Just in case you didn't know.
That's about it. I'm sensing another early night. Got to get my brain ready for my farewell assignment at my internship.
Happy Wednesday
I'm paraphrasing but that was the phrase that knocked the wind out of me as I stood listening to a nun speak to the class of 7-16 year-olds at one of the places I volunteer. Now her point was that you can worship God and influence people positively with your faith following way of life without being publicly/in your face about God and religion. This is what I think she was trying to say but I'm going to call the mention of the secret police a horrific comparison.
In other news, I bunked my volunteer responsibilities today in favour of a morning hike and just some low key hanging about. I hiked the Elephant Eye route and it felt great to be back out in nature. It was a good test for the knee, which held up fairly well. I'll let you know how it feels tomorrow.
The rest of the day was full of home style drama, from biting dogs, to kids accidents, to pouring dog food into the dog's water bowl and having a good time catching up with friends on skype. Skype is the future and the future is now. Just in case you didn't know.
That's about it. I'm sensing another early night. Got to get my brain ready for my farewell assignment at my internship.
Happy Wednesday
Friday, March 13, 2009
Don't Park Your Car Under a Tree
Why not? Well it might be shady and it might help keep your car cool but you might also wind up with bird droppings all over it. With no washer fluid in my old mobile, it's definitely time to hit up the petrol station to get my windows washed.
In other news it's an overcast day and quite cool. Low 20s maybe but still warm somehow. At least my feet are cold - I never like that much in Canada but here, at least something has cooled off.
Not sure what I'll be doing this weekend but it better be good. Only 3 weekends left on this leg. (of my trip I should say, rather than I'm getting a new leg).
School was good today. I got to work with groups of 2, 4 and 2 and all the kids were relatively well behaved and worked hard at their reading. As well, I went into Hout Bay early and got a cappuccino to go and drank it while walking along the beach with my feet in the water. This was an attempt to combat my extreme fatigue. It was quite nice. The cap was dlicious.
Oh and speaking of legs, I've been slacking on my physio to the max so my muscles have atrophed in my right leg almost in a big way. Not good. Also not good, Luna biting me, somehow right where my elbow bends and nearly piercing the skin. I'll have fresh scars upon my return for sure.
In other news it's an overcast day and quite cool. Low 20s maybe but still warm somehow. At least my feet are cold - I never like that much in Canada but here, at least something has cooled off.
Not sure what I'll be doing this weekend but it better be good. Only 3 weekends left on this leg. (of my trip I should say, rather than I'm getting a new leg).
School was good today. I got to work with groups of 2, 4 and 2 and all the kids were relatively well behaved and worked hard at their reading. As well, I went into Hout Bay early and got a cappuccino to go and drank it while walking along the beach with my feet in the water. This was an attempt to combat my extreme fatigue. It was quite nice. The cap was dlicious.
Oh and speaking of legs, I've been slacking on my physio to the max so my muscles have atrophed in my right leg almost in a big way. Not good. Also not good, Luna biting me, somehow right where my elbow bends and nearly piercing the skin. I'll have fresh scars upon my return for sure.
Where to Begin?
Well, you can guess by my lack of blog entries that I've been rather busy this past week. Luckily for you (if you're looking to read my blog), I'm having trouble sleeping so I've got some spare time to post.
Just came from seeing Slumdog Millionaire. Won't write much as am not in the mood to reveal my inner most thoughts on the film and the state of the world. I'd recommend it though. Hmm there is a super weird video on right now - not sure the band but it's fronted by former (and once again? not sure) Smashing Pumpkins front man, Bily Corgan - was that his name?
What else? Continuing to juggle commitments and adjust to the daily changes. At the primary school I took a bunch of groups of 5-7 grade 2s and read over different stories with them. Oh, it's Tarantula by Smashing Pumpkins, weird laser eye Corgan - I think you were supposed to be wearing 3D glasses for that one.
Right, obviously I'm distracted by the terrible loud rock music on in the background.
I did a lot of prep work on fractions and most of it went to waste for now. My star fraction pupil is no longer in need of my assistance but managed to get away with my notes. As much as I love fractions, I think I'll stick to making alphabets. That illustrated alphabet I made is a huge hit. Problem is, kids who know the alphabet want to use it and not do their other work. Oh well, I can honestly say I believe I'm helping to make progress with the 3 youngest ones.
Been doing a few different things at Research Africa of late. Considering I've only got 2 weeks left, I better start making a serious contribution. Or should I be spending more time at the beach? No, no, that's what New Zealand and Fiji are for.
Still need to get my ribs. Perhaps this weekend, it might be rainy? Could use something to break the heat, although at this point, it is what it is.
Hope you've enjoyed this disjointed, random posting.
Not really sure what else to say but peace out?
For the record, I have sleep deprivation, dehydration and a severe caffeine addiction to credit for my current writing skills.
Just came from seeing Slumdog Millionaire. Won't write much as am not in the mood to reveal my inner most thoughts on the film and the state of the world. I'd recommend it though. Hmm there is a super weird video on right now - not sure the band but it's fronted by former (and once again? not sure) Smashing Pumpkins front man, Bily Corgan - was that his name?
What else? Continuing to juggle commitments and adjust to the daily changes. At the primary school I took a bunch of groups of 5-7 grade 2s and read over different stories with them. Oh, it's Tarantula by Smashing Pumpkins, weird laser eye Corgan - I think you were supposed to be wearing 3D glasses for that one.
Right, obviously I'm distracted by the terrible loud rock music on in the background.
I did a lot of prep work on fractions and most of it went to waste for now. My star fraction pupil is no longer in need of my assistance but managed to get away with my notes. As much as I love fractions, I think I'll stick to making alphabets. That illustrated alphabet I made is a huge hit. Problem is, kids who know the alphabet want to use it and not do their other work. Oh well, I can honestly say I believe I'm helping to make progress with the 3 youngest ones.
Been doing a few different things at Research Africa of late. Considering I've only got 2 weeks left, I better start making a serious contribution. Or should I be spending more time at the beach? No, no, that's what New Zealand and Fiji are for.
Still need to get my ribs. Perhaps this weekend, it might be rainy? Could use something to break the heat, although at this point, it is what it is.
Hope you've enjoyed this disjointed, random posting.
Not really sure what else to say but peace out?
For the record, I have sleep deprivation, dehydration and a severe caffeine addiction to credit for my current writing skills.
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