June 2011
4 posts
Zero to Stage Hypnotist in 30 Days by John...
I started my new 30 day project - Stage Hypnotist!! Just random enough and it could be fun at parties.
Day 1 - I attempt to hypnotize Art. This ended in fits of laughter. Of course, I blame him because he could not focus. It then occurs to me maybe he should be lying down. It could be easier. Umm, no, still laughter.
Day 2 - (really day 1, because I couldn’t find 3 volunteers) I attempt to...
“Do you ever come across a person you has to make you feel inferior just to make...”
May 2011
3 posts
30 Days....
I’m in a state of flux. Those of you who know me know that happens periodically. I’m not sure if it comes from moving every 4 years or if it is just human nature. No matter where it comes from - I’m in a state.
So I turned to for guidance to the best place I can think of….Amazon.com. Did you know that in books alone there are 5,439 books that use the term 30 Days? As of...
April 2011
3 posts
“When I make a non-promise, I work hard a keeping that non-promise.”
– ~ Frances
Life without Connection
We returned from Paris to find our internet connection…well not connected. Along with the internet, the local phone is out. It has been 10+ days! So I began this list…
A short list of things you cannot do without the Internet.
1) Email your mother that you have returned to the Dark Continent
2) Phone your mother that you have returned to the Dark Continent because your Vonage phone is...
February 2011
4 posts
What is the Purpose of Facebook?
So this weekend, we were invited to a party of a co-worker while there the topic of Facebook came up. One of the guests, who shall remain nameless because she drives me crazy, said “I don’t understand Facebook. Why spend all your time updating your status instead of having a face-to-face conversation.” I was surprised since this individual has lived abroad most of her career. Here is what...
I'm back... at my leisure.
So, I found creating a blog stressful, not relaxing. The result was… I quit!
Then several of my friends asked for me to pick it back up again. My response was: I’m not that funny.
I began to think it over and realized that I’m not funny, but my friends are, situations around me are, other people’s situations are, and why do I feel the need to be funny.
The result:...
“Some days you need a hand; Some days you need the copier to work” ~ FNB...”
– I have an odd sense of humor. This is not a surprise to those around me. I will laugh outloud at the most inappropriate moments. One day in college I was tickled by the fact a female chicken will develop male characteristics if its only ovary dies. My only thought was going to sleep a female and...
December 2009
1 post
It's been so long...
I realize that I haven’t made an entry in (close to) forever. Why?
The Holidays
Lack of activity
Internet options
All of the above
None of the above
The answer None of the above. Which leads me to an “I’m sorry” for leaving you in the dark.
We are all well. Our Holidays were delightful. Thanksgiving in The Drakensberg Mountains was cool and relaxing. The...
October 2009
3 posts
44C equals 111.2F aka HOT!
RT @nomadicmatt: RT @umarket 7 habits of highly effective travelers: http://bit.ly/3Ao86t
RT @C_Calvert: The only discipline that lasts is self-discipline.
September 2009
34 posts
RT @earthXplorer: A tsunami warning has been issued for the Samoa islands, and other Pacific islands http://bit.ly/xxTx0 @alisonhc
need an outdoor sound system for school fundraiser in Jo’burg in March - FREE?
RT @BestAt: RT @roughdiction: Woman feel bad for men because we are always wrong and they can’t quite comprehend what that must be like.
Voortrekker Monument - 300 steps up…300 steps down!
RT @InterviewAngel: RT @UVa_Alumni: 16 things to love about Charlottesville in the fall. http://bit.ly/3uG1wi Excellent choices..I miss VA!
Wishing Nutty Natie a Quick Recovery →
We met this guy at The Dam. Really nice guy, so sorry he wasn’t able to complete his mission.
“‘Al-Qaeda’ shut embassy: A phone call from an apparent splinter...”
– iafrica_news
“SA’s World Cup welcome suffers from shortage of hotels - Mail &...”
– saproject
RT @iafrica_news: US reopens embassy: The US embassy will reopen on Fri, after shutting down due to a security threat. http://bit.ly/102pVz
Happy Heritage Day!
In 1996, September 24th was established as Heritage Day.
This date was chosen based on the celebration of Shaka Day by the KwaZulu-Natal region. Zulu King Shaka played an important role in uniting the Zulu tribes.
When this date was officially made a national holiday, Nelson Mandela stated
“When our first democratically-elected government decided to make Heritage Day one of our...
Tomorrow is Hertiage Day - what shall I braai? Did I even ask the question properly?
I Miss Kissing
Note: all references to kissing are cheek-to-cheek!
I grew up in Suffolk, Va. A tiny town famous for its peanuts and the role it played in The Color of Water - the first very favorable; the second not so much so. In Suffolk, kissing is an acceptable greeting applying to young-to-old, close neighbors, siblings, in-laws, and family. This habit does not apply young-to-young or male-to-male...
going to Kruger… looking for the Big 5! What to pack?!
just realized that I need to thank my followers! Thank you!
My Favorite Travel Agency →
Yes, this is a quick plug for my favorite travel agency in South Africa. They planned our trip here in 2004. I recently asked them to pull together a plan for my family when they arrive in 2010. Quick, accurate, high end and easy to work with! Ask for Lauren - she’s lovely!
Swanking is an Art Form →
Recently, there have been commercials regarding swanking and its role in South Africa. There has been a documentary about it. However, the audio is in Zulu and the subtitles in Danish. (neither do I have a talent in)
Swanking reminds me of Sundays in front of the Baptist church. The colors, the styles, the pride in what is worn. According to the commercial, there is a code of ethics for...
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House is Full
Nothing here to seek
No blog for this "Geek"
House is full of boxes with our stuff
Open one for a peek
This will take all week
House is full of boxes with our stuff
The paper is at its peak
As the dogs sniff and sneak
House is full of boxes with our stuff
Why are the grasses in the median’s being burned in Pretoria?
“Son: Mommy, mommy, sister has a bruise.
Mother: Shut-up and eat around it.”
– Joke told by 12 year old South African Boy Scout. Made me LOL!
Don’t you hate it when you are watching a cop show and realize the sirens are outside your window not on the tv!
Rusks new fav SoAfrican food. Looking for recipe, might try this http://bit.ly/32s5X
Taxis vs. Mass transit →
So, mass transit is not popular in South Africa! Well, only because the taxis feel their jobs are being affected. So what do they do? Shoot at the buses.
Let me explain from my humble understandings…
1) Taxis are different here. They are mini vans that follow “routes” and pick up multiple passengers at the same time. They honk their horns when there is availablity in...