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Recently I have found myself rather frustrated when trying to communicate with my two girls. They are 7 and 10 years old, which would lead you to believe, that by now they should have developed outstanding listening skills. However, to my disappointment, it seems that this is not the case.
When trying to get their attention, I mostly receive a rather blank stare or a reply that starts with “but Mom”, followed by some explanation as to why they
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"The best and most beautiful things in this world cannot be seen or even heard, but must be felt with the heart." - by Helen Keller
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The Majestic Garden Route and East Coast are one of our favourite local destinations in South Africa. The trip from Cape Town to Knysna is approximately six hours by road. It is one of the most beautiful places to visit, and you are in complete awe of the beauty that surrounds you. It also allows me to indulge my passion for photography!
The Majestic Garden Route
The Milkwood tree, which is synonymous with the area, has a distinct smell. I
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An extract from an essay by Thomas Browne:
Of God in Nature by Thomas Browne (1605-1682)
“There is no deformity but in monstrosity; wherein, notwithstanding, there is a kind of beauty; nature so ingeniously contriving the irregular part, as they become sometimes more remarkable than the principal fabrick. To speak yet more narrowly, there was never any thing ugly or misshapen, but the chaos; wherein, notwithstanding, to speak strictly, there
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Definition: “Belief in self. Confidence in personal value and worth as an individual person”
“Risk more than others think is safe. Care more than others think is wise. Dream more than others think is practical. Expect more than others think is possible.” ~Claude Bissell
I have been waiting around most of my life hoping that someone would grant me the opportunity to speak up and be heard. Until I realised that no one was going to
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