Landscapes

I stopped to look at a photo exhibition at my local shopping centre this afternoon. I didn't like all the images, but some were lovely. I particularly liked the forest one.

~ A year ago today I was at a concert ~ 

Raspberry and Pecans

Ready for the oven: a slight variation on my current favourite cake recipe. It turned out well. 

~ A year ago today I was eating a hot cross bun ~ 

Autumn Cleaning

Today I started some long-overdue cleaning and tidying at home. I started with my kitchen drawers and went on to my grocery cupboards. This project will keep me busy for a while.

~ A year ago today the morning sky was beautiful ~ 

Repose

Noogi has been around my place even more than usual recently - has practically moved in, even sleeping on my bed now. I'm rather fond of him, serious little boy cat.

~ A year ago today my kitchen was nice and clean ~ 

Med

Hmm, expiry date 08/2012. Does that mean the contents have spoiled, or simply lost their efficacy? And do I risk it? 

~ A year ago today I was watching Deadwood ~ 

2048

Found this game yesterday and can't stop playing. I've already got a couple of colleagues and friends hooked!

~ A year ago today I was petting my cat ~

Laundy Man

Currently reading this book. I don't usually go for real-life crime stories but I'm finding this quite interesting.
~ A year ago today I bought some herbs in pots ~ 

Screen

Our office reception got a TV screen today. I can just see it from my office. I think it might become annoying.
~ A year ago today I was having green mash for lunch ~ 

Early Evening

The view leaving St James after Claudia's birthday lunch. Autumn is very much in the air!
~ A year ago today I was handing out with friends ~ 

Curios by the Seaside

As always we saw the vendors selling their wares down in Simon's Town when we went for our weekly swim. Water was chilly today! 
~ A year ago today I bought a new dressing gown ~ 

Aussie

A month or so back I started using these hair products. I really like the deep conditioning treatment.
~ A year ago today I was visiting a friend ~ 

Zappem

My colleagues are having an absurd amount of fun with this electric fly swatter.
~ A year ago today I was enjoying a peach ~ 

Tagless

The classic and the best - my favourite afternoon cuppa.
~ A year ago today I was singing along to a catchy song ~ 

The Mystery of MH370

Like the rest of the world I've been intrigued about the disappearance of the Malaysian Airlines plane ten days ago. Will we ever know what happened to it?
~ A year ago today it was raining ~ 

Snack Packets

We has some visitors from Japan at this weekend's work conference and they brought us some little treats. The wasabi covered pistachios are fantastic.
~ A year ago today I was wondering around a garden ~ 

Hotel Room

I was up early this morning after the first really good night's sleep I've had for a week or two.
~ A year ago today I was also staying in a hotel ~ 

Fish Eagle

Today we had a work function at the Eagle Encounter centre at Spier. It was fascinating and I learnt a lot. Including how hard it is to photograph birds in flight!
~ A year ago today Thomas was chillin' ~ 

The Soft One

Duvet has the most gorgeous long fur and the most impressive fluffy tail. He's lovely!
~ A year ago today I was shopping for fruit and veg ~ 

Gathering Goodies

We're very busy at work this week, preparing for a conference this weekend. This afternoon I put together goodie bags for those attending.
~ A year ago today I replaced a light fitting ~ 

New Pair

I bought some new sandals today and - gasp! - they are not black.
~ A year ago today a lost dog was found ~ 

Sushi for One

I grabbed a quick bite after gym this evening. It was yummy!
~ A year ago today I was reading ~ 

Grey Curtain

My hair has got really, really long. I have an appointment at the hairdresser later this week. I wonder if I should cut it short again.
~ A year ago today I was at the castle ~ 

Close to Empty

I've done a lot of driving in the last week or so. Must remember to fill up tomorrow.
~ A year ago today I was attending a tea party ~ 

Empty Plate

Plus full tummy = contentment!
~ A year ago today it was cool and rainy ~ 

Little Rex

I visited a friend today and met his two little Cornish Rex kittens. This little black one had been named Anubis.
~ A year ago today I had a cold ~ 

Recharging

Cape Town has had power outages all day. Fortunately I wasn't affected. But when I got home I plugged in my camping lantern to make sure it's fully charged and ready to go, just in case I need it later.
~ A year ago today I was watching cooking shows ~ 

Filtered

Corner of my garden this morning. Seasons are changing and the light is different. Still watering tho! 
~ A year ago today I was looking at the mountain ~ 

Cupboard of Capers

This is what happens when I go grocery shopping without a list. Good thing I like capers ;-)
~ A year ago today my peach tree was dropping fruit ~ 

Stationery & Books

I was running errands after work and popped into this shop. Usually they have very indifferent staff, but today I was served by someone helpful and smiley. In and out in no time at all.
~ A year ago today I was listening to a band ~ 

The Wrestlers

I visited the kittens today. It's just non-stop play with these two. Go-go-go! 
~ A year ago today I was at looking at sculpture ~ 

Expo

Lots of lovely things to see the Design Indaba Expo this morning. I really like John's latest work, the blue and yellow pieces especially.
~ A year ago today I was eating Greek salad ~