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Dancing with the ancestors!

Posted on October 9, 2012 by perditawayfarer

Whilst in Prince   Albert, I danced with the ancestors in a unique and, for me, most touching way.  John McKenna invited me to the “Khoisan Jol” held at the Thusong Centre. I was greeted by the hosts – two … Continue reading →

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Changing moods

Posted on October 4, 2012 by perditawayfarer

It is really scary to think that almost two thirds of my planned stay here is over already. I have packed a lot of living into the past two weeks and rested too. I suppose the greatest thing about this … Continue reading →

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The road less travelled!

Posted on October 2, 2012 by perditawayfarer

Yesterday I decided to go to Oudtshoorn to do some shopping.  Just outside Prince Albert I saw the sign : “Oudtshoorn via Meiringspoort 106 km / Oudtshoorn via Swartberg Pass 67 km”.I had not put petrol into my faithful Sparky … Continue reading →

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Small world, small town,big heart!

Posted on September 30, 2012 by perditawayfarer

My experience here in Prince Albert has been nothing less than magical. Every where I have gone I have been touched and surprised.  People talk to one another in this town.  They greet each other and even wave to strangers … Continue reading →

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Life is art!

Posted on September 29, 2012 by perditawayfarer

Life is art! I had fun today!  Prince Albert is buzzing.  Visitors have arrived in droves for the Prince Albert Art Festival.  Some of them friends and acquaintances I have met along the way. I spent most of my time … Continue reading →

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Visitors

Posted on September 28, 2012 by perditawayfarer

Prince Albert is preparing for visitors.  Just like I did a couple of days ago when I heard that my playmate, Jan, was coming to visit.  He scored major Brownie points (not that we have such a thing, of course!) … Continue reading →

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Befriending!

Posted on September 25, 2012 by perditawayfarer

As I made myself at home here, I was delighted to realize that houses have personalities and quirks, just as we do. A latch that needs to be opened a certain way, with the worn wooden side facing inwards, a … Continue reading →

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Hello world! This is me!

Posted on September 21, 2012 by perditawayfarer

I am ensconsed at my computer at a writing desk that I plan to use a great deal during my retreat here in the quaint and beautiful Prince Albert. I am most grateful to my friends(and colleagues) Siobhan and Chantel … Continue reading →

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