Author: Community
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How I Lost My Heart to a House That Sang To Me
It had wooden floors, pressed ceilings, a stoep that has to be called a balcony because it’s too nice to be called a stoep. There was lots and lots to love. And it had a view!
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When in Doubt, Mop up the Wee With Your Trousers
Only a mother on a time warp is capable of feeding herself, baby, pre-schooler, one dog, four cats and a parrot while microwaving baby’s bottlesand putting loads of washing into the washing machine and tumble dryer.
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How My Life Changed When I Became an Airbnb Host
Filled with enthusiasm and Merlot, I took my first step into the game changer that is Airbnb.com. Like most people my first reaction was amazement at the popularity and number of listings — in my own suburb, right under my nose.
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How Strange, Scary, & Wonderful it is to Watch My Son Growing Up
You’ve been taller than me for almost a year now, and as I look up at you, I can still see the baby I used to be able to hold in one arm.
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The Oke’s Guide to the Perfect Rugby Picnic
Before I carry on, droëwors is not biltong. Biltong should be delivered in stages. It should be rationed. Biltong during rugby is finished quicker than a new Harry Potter novel at a primary school.
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Seven Ways to Fall Head Over Heels in Love With Rugby
If you’re new to the joys of the game, or if you just want a handy refresher, try this guide to some of the codes and flavours that will have you cheering, on the sidelines or on the couch.
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Why Being Retrenched Was the Best Thing That Ever Happened to Me
I made a purposeful decision: this retrenchment will not define me or my career. I would not give it power over me. I would not succumb to fear. I would instead choose how to react and I would be in control of my emotions.