Up North (Part 1)

Winter has departed, and I hope everyone is having a beautiful Spring – whatever part of the country you’re in. After a long break, I’m pleased to be updating the blog once more. These pictures are the first in a series, capturing some of the amazing scenery from my recent holiday in Canada and Alaska. … More Up North (Part 1)

What they said

These are some quotes I’ve enjoyed over the last few years. Some are credited to the person who said it, and I don’t know about the others. If you do, let me know please: On Love “Love is not about looking into each other’s eyes, but about looking together in the same direction.” “Lovers don’t … More What they said

Winter is…

                    The bareness of trees               Howling winds                                          Winter sun, inviting the contrast of bitter cold, but shining warmth                                   The pitter patter of raindrops                        Or a collective gush…            when you’re caught in the rain                       The droplets of water, adorning each branch like precious, … More Winter is…

A Very Powerful Story

  He remembered his grandmother’s warning about praying on time: “My son, you shouldn’t leave prayer to this late time”. His grandmother’s age was 70 but whenever she heard the Adhan, she got up like an arrow and performed Salah. He, however, could never win over his ego to get up and pray. Whatever he … More A Very Powerful Story

Rise

Rise, Rise. The dawning of a new day. Suburbs lay quiet, resting under the blanket of morning clouds, only the tree tops and buildings remain visible. Morning flights, begin slowly. Birds alone, birds in flocks. People in flocks, gathered in the single, man-made vehicle of flight. Doves coo, while the geese, University residents they are, … More Rise

And the winner is…

Congratulations to Manchester United, who were, once again, crowned English Premier League champions this weekend. Its been a lean few years, with Arsenal, and more notably Chelsea, breaking United’s dominance – but I’m sure all the United fans will be well pleased that we finally took back the title this season. They put their foot … More And the winner is…

Chill

  I don’t know what the weather has been like in your part of the country (and world), but here in Cape Town, the Winter chill set in last Thursday. A day when, it seems to me, that switch was flicked – and it officially became time to start dressing warmly every day, no matter … More Chill