Recipe Notes

I was in the mood for these Woolies pork rib burgers, but I was sick of bread, so I thought I'd try it in a wrap. It's a quick, easy and yummy supper idea, and better in this hot weather we're having.

Friday Happiness

my happiness.

❤

Hubby & 'Bear' doing the crossword

Spontaneous Wandering

Pat and I decided to go for a walk in our area, on Sunday, and take some pictures.
When we heard the train arriving, we decided to hop on and head to St James. St James beach was absolutely packed with families trying to cool off, I'm surprised how hot it's been for October already.

I've been wanting to check out the Octopus Garden, so we popped in there first for a drink. I really love the décor, and it's so conveniently located right at the station. 

Octopus Garden, St James

After a drink to cool down, we took a stroll to Kalk Bay - one of my favourite places. We had a late lunch of prawns and ribs at Outspan, and had a quick look at one of the markets before we left for home. 

Kalk Bay, Outspan - Queen prawns

I like am loving this video! I confess, I have watched it at least 100 times.

Karmin

Whale Tales

Patrick and I had the most beautiful weekend getaway, in Hermanus, with friends.  Having never seen whales before; I was super excited to have a break in a town known for it's whale wildlife, thanks to my awesome girl friend.

We arrived at about 16:30 on Friday evening, settled nicely into our accommodation and enjoyed a good 'ol braai. After a few rounds of drinks, a failed attempt at (Junior)Trivial Pursuit, toasted marshmallows over the fire and glow stick experiments in fire, we headed down to the lagoon's jetty for more play time.  Then bed.

On Saturday we took a drive into the town, ready for some whale spotting. We were very lucky with the weather which, contrary to the weather report, was amazingly warm, sunny and windless. We started off at "Gearing Point" and saw some splashes in the distance, but Mr Whale wasn't in the mood for a display.

We then took a bit of a walk around, through the market and along the cliff-top, when I spotted a sign that piqued my interest, saying Bientings Cave Sea World. Upon closer inspection, we discovered it was a restaurant on the cliffs (I will be sure to try it out next time), but then something else caught our eyes. Whales!!! One. Two? Three?! So amazing!

On our way back to the house we stopped at a little beach, and were fortunate enough to catch more whale sightings. Although a bit further from our sights than the last, these guys were really making a show of it.

Saturday night we had more yummy braaing, drinking, glowing, friend time. Very important scientific night sky observations, and even some light painting. :)

Sunday we woke up to miserable weather, which continued all the way back to Cape Town, but it was very welcome once we were snuggled up at home.

All in all, a weekend of beauty and happiness to remember. I feel blessed.