Online and books editor by day, mum even while I sleep, individual all the time. I live in the beautiful city of Durban - the unpolished gem in South Africa. If I didn't have a family, I'd be that crazy cat lady your mum probably warned you not to feed! Blogging is where I share, vent, rant, laugh and generally be myself. Join the ride!

Kick start your fun season in Durban

Happy dance! September is only days away and that means Spring has officially arrived in Durban. And let’s be honest – us Durbanites just don’t do cold winters. So watch my blog for all the reasons to get out and about in and around Durban, soak up some sun, and…

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Durban Day is around the corner

  Less than two weeks to go and thousands will be partying with 10 phenomenal music stars at BP Durban Day at the People’s Park next Sunday. If you haven’t got your ticket yet and don’t want to miss the likes of AKA, Beatenberg, Khuli Chana, MiCasa and Mafikizolo, then…

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On my Desk

I am always receiving great reads from publishers. Here are a few that landed on my desk recently. Read on – one of them may interest you.

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On my Desk

I am always receiving great reads from publishers. Here are a few that landed on my desk recently. Read on – one of them may interest you.

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Pick an SA wors champ

“South Africanisms” set us apart from the rest of the world. They give us our uniqueness and are part of our South African identity and tradition. They make us proud of who we are and where we come from. Think the bunny chow, Shisa Nyama and biltong (to name only a…

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For the love of cake

  What makes an economist give up a successful career to pursue a career in the kitchen, at home? For Janet Kohler the answer is simple – family and children, of course.

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Celebrate those special people in your life

The United Nations declared today (July 30) as International Friendship Day. Friends should be celebrated because they play an important role in our lives. So, today, reconnect with your friends and remind each other of the great moments you’ve shared together. Looking for a great web host, try Hostking

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#MandelaDay – honour an icon

People around the world observed Mandela Day this weekend. It is a privilege to have lived in Nelson Mandela’s time, and to share the same nationality as him. Wear it with pride and honour his legacy – it’s the least we can do. As you walk through the museum at the…

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A new skin care range to try out

Remember that little oasis I wrote of early last month – the place that I escape to when I want to treat myself with pretty nails and a good hairstyle? Well, I’ve been invited by owner of this little oasis, Natasha Nathulal, to try out a new skin care range…

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Honour Madiba, make a difference

It’s Mandela Day on Saturday, and while it’s not a public holiday I do believe it’s a day to observe – to reflect and to act. In 2009 Nelson Mandela International Day was launched by the UN in recognition of Madiba’s birthday on July 18. Mandela day is more than…

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