Hi everyone
Since watching the sun go down on Lions head lots more people have left and faces have changed.
Went to Kirstenbosh garden which were beautiful and are in the foot hills of table mountain. I met Zoe one of my house mates there as she works there. As you can see from the picture of me on the bench, it was a beautiful day. Picture of Natalia from Travellers (the organization i booked it through) and i in the Gardens. We get in really well and she said I'm "an inspiration" which is so faltering as she herself is amazing and does a great job.
Was invited to a Bari with Tyrone one of the SA friend i have made here. He currently has a broken back but he wanted to have a party for me with him pal's before i leave. The house has its own pool table, bar, Bari area, swim pool and hot tub!! It was so cool and we had such a good laugh. Picture of Tyrone and i.
I had hung out with Tyrone and his family a few times and his parents are so nice. (remind me of my folks a bit) I helped his mum and chatted and then (bless her) she gave me a present before i left. So sweet!The most Rock and roll thing happened though. Out of the blue i get a text from Claire (who i miss everyday) saying, "we are going to be CT tomorrow, shall we meet for lunch?' I'm like hell yeh and said its a shame your not here tonight at a Bari with friends. Then they said ...........we can be there in 2 hours!!!
2 hours later they are with me at the Bari ........OMG i didn't think i would see them till i was home, it was AMAZING! Becky and Claire stayed for and hour and then went to CT for a good sleep. I met them the next day for lunch and they left for Jo'burg. I was so so so happy and excited to see them and caught up on so many stories!!Also been out for a meal with Megan, James, Craig and i which was so funny but I'd had a bad bad day but ill have to tell you that later.
Went out on the Ambulance and one of the patent's (Gavin) invited me to a meal at his very nice Italian restaurant. So i booked and took my friends, it was amazing food and we had such a good time Megan and Craig are both SA and James from Yorkshire!! (Megan and James live in the UK - Newcastle) I poured water and ice all over the table, then Megan spilt red wine all over my meal and white skirt. Then James flicked food across the table (by accident) and to finish Craig finishing his Amarula poured it all down himself!! Not to mention we were very drunk and we were the only people left in the place. Gavin treated us so well and halved the bill which we really didn't expect but that the SA for you. SA's are so friendly and if you talk to them you'll make life long friends.
Was also my last day at the hospital so in true Karen style, i bought cake and made cards for all the people who helped me and run the 'Friends of the Children Hospital Association' as these are the people i work under. they were all sad to see me go but all said - 'We know you'll be back'.
They are all aware how much the Hospital has changed and developed me as a person. Children don't scare me anymore. I can change a nappy, feed, dress, wash, handle, play, sing, dance what ever and with any child what ever their condition or illness.
I received good references and good luck cards from the hospital. Some of the Ladies are going to visit when in the UK. Lots of photo's were taken and i will miss walking up and down the wards but i know its a place I'm always welcome.
Cooked a meal for Zaneen and her children as a thank you. I have spent a lot of time with them and they have been like my SA family. Zaneen and I sing of the same song sheet and she it amazing. Her and her husband Zita are panel beaters and can just about fix anything to look new. These are people I would fly back and see just for a few hours and again friends for life. Picture of them as well.
So today is my last day and got to give my car back etc. But the sun it shining so i may hit the beach for the last time. Organizing a meal with the friends i have left in CT. I am sad to leave but i want to see the REAL South Africa and I'm ready for that now. Plus i love this City and the people so ill be back with out a doubt and maybe before i come home, who knows?
Don't know when ill next get to write as on a 22day Tour but keep checking and emailing. Hope you are all well and thinking of you.
Karen x
Went out on the Ambulance and one of the patent's (Gavin) invited me to a meal at his very nice Italian restaurant. So i booked and took my friends, it was amazing food and we had such a good time Megan and Craig are both SA and James from Yorkshire!! (Megan and James live in the UK - Newcastle) I poured water and ice all over the table, then Megan spilt red wine all over my meal and white skirt. Then James flicked food across the table (by accident) and to finish Craig finishing his Amarula poured it all down himself!! Not to mention we were very drunk and we were the only people left in the place. Gavin treated us so well and halved the bill which we really didn't expect but that the SA for you. SA's are so friendly and if you talk to them you'll make life long friends.
Was also my last day at the hospital so in true Karen style, i bought cake and made cards for all the people who helped me and run the 'Friends of the Children Hospital Association' as these are the people i work under. they were all sad to see me go but all said - 'We know you'll be back'.
They are all aware how much the Hospital has changed and developed me as a person. Children don't scare me anymore. I can change a nappy, feed, dress, wash, handle, play, sing, dance what ever and with any child what ever their condition or illness.
I received good references and good luck cards from the hospital. Some of the Ladies are going to visit when in the UK. Lots of photo's were taken and i will miss walking up and down the wards but i know its a place I'm always welcome.
Cooked a meal for Zaneen and her children as a thank you. I have spent a lot of time with them and they have been like my SA family. Zaneen and I sing of the same song sheet and she it amazing. Her and her husband Zita are panel beaters and can just about fix anything to look new. These are people I would fly back and see just for a few hours and again friends for life. Picture of them as well.
So today is my last day and got to give my car back etc. But the sun it shining so i may hit the beach for the last time. Organizing a meal with the friends i have left in CT. I am sad to leave but i want to see the REAL South Africa and I'm ready for that now. Plus i love this City and the people so ill be back with out a doubt and maybe before i come home, who knows?
Don't know when ill next get to write as on a 22day Tour but keep checking and emailing. Hope you are all well and thinking of you.
Karen x
1 comment:
See honey. I told you you'd make a good mum and these experiences just go to show how good you'd be! I can't believe how much you've done & how much you've been through. You're amazing & should be so proud of yourself!!! xxx
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