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FYNBOS
ESTATE
PAARDEBERG MALMESBURY
26th November 09 |
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The Fynbos Estate just outside Malmesbury
is an oasis of peace and beauty. When you
visit the area there are beautiful walks
originating from the old farmhouse. The walk to the
Sacred Forest being an
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The gracious old farmhouse with its wrap-around
verandah is a treat on a hot summers day, whilst
the pavilion is a 'must-use' venue for
conferences and special lunches. A very
well-appointed room which is very special to use |
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The Time Out Ladies Club members never go
anywhere without their shopping bags!
After a cup of tea/coffee they explored the
'sales table'. In fact, the local cheese was 'sold out' within a half hour.
The local lady was quickly summoned and
brought more stock which
was also depleted. |
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A few of the girls came prepared with walking
shoes, all ready to walk up the mountain.
Dawn really looked the part. She is indeed
an experienced hiker! The problem
for many, was we only started to walk after
11h30, so it proved a bit too hot for a few and
they quickly turned around and came back to the
farm. |
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Sophie Nkosi was happy to be
re-united with family members! (Jokes
aside - this little guy whose father works at
Fynbos befriended Bridget very quickly -
we all know her charms so well).
Meanwhile whenever the camera is pointed at a
group they immediately 'pose' and thoroughly
enjoy being on candid camera. |
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Carol and Marie were very quick to toast life -
it can't get better than this.
A few of the ladies enjoyed a wine tasting
before lunch. Dragonridge Wines are produced on this estate, and Johan is very
proud of them. |
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The happy hikers who made it to the
Sacred Forest. Cynthia said she
must have been the 'first person
to walk in a long dress and 'bling' - beads
to boot! Well done, girls! |
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The
dogs got into the pool long before the
hikers had time to cool their weary feet
and legs!
Dennis and Billy enjoyed being the only
2 men with 35 ladies. "Life
is good" albeit a bit noisy at times! |
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The spirit of Christmas was evident with
Christmas hats and crackers. These
gracious ladies enjoyed posing while Dennis and
Pam were deep in discussion about the
celebrating they were going to do over the
weekend! |
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Billy made a fuss of Maureen (which she
seemed to really enjoy). Dawn and
Ingrid became 'kissing cousins"
with the novelties they found in their Christmas
crackers. |
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"And so, another year of Fun & Friendship"
draws to a close,
May you all have a blessed Christmas with loved
ones and
return in the New Year, refreshed and ready to
start this all over again"
Thank you all for the special times we have
spent together |
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Published 28th
November '09 |
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