Lockdown 389

Lockdown Day 389 - 19 April 2021

The first winter rain greeted us this morning on Mom's birthday. We had plans to go on a walkabout, but decided to postpone to another day.

Instead, we went for a warm cuppa at Just Pure Bistro, both sitting on the same side of the table so we could see the stormy sea outside. After dropping off a hot flat white takeaway for my sister, we decided to do a little whale searching and ended up sitting in the car at Sievers Point.

While the North wind howled around the car, I spotted a whale blow very far out. The sea was green and grey with moving dappled light spots as the clouds milled around.

We talked about how Hermanus is our place and will always be embedded into our fibre. How I know every current at every beach and where to go to see the best views. How we know every nook and cranny of every cliff path and every beach path and the secret picnic spots very few people know of.

Where in the world is there such a place with the sea touching the mountain's feet and where the moon has its own spot to shine (Maanskynkop)?

I suppose one could find similar beauty elsewhere in the world, but none of them share a history with us like this place does.

We spent the afternoon indoors, sharing tea and cake with some of Mom's friends who popped in to say happy birthday. Thankful for every call and good wishes, I offer up a prayer of thanks for health, friends and those who are alone. #Godbewithyou

#Godsgotthis