Winter made its arrival felt two days ago when the temperatures plummeted and suddenly winter woolies had to be pulled out of mothballs!
I felt really sorry for World Cup fans who had to be at the match in Cape Town on Monday night when the temperature was down to 7deg. I am told that most came prepared for the weather and as everything was so well organized they had a great time. Brrrrrr.
With the cold weather in mind the ladies are knitting up a storm at the Homes and blankets and beanies are being churned out at a fantastic rate to distribute to the needy this winter.
Lyn Bourne has knitted an amazing 46 beanies for the children of the Mbongolwane creche and two staff members have helped her to make tiny sweaters for the Aids babies.
Goodness knits all the time and her novel creations are snapped up by visitors to the Thursday morning teas. This quaint Zulu mama doll with her baby on her back is selling like hot cakes.
Maggie, a talented lady from Richards Bay comes often to entertain the residents in the lounge by playing the piano.
The lovely large flat screen TV , donated by friends of the home has made viewing a pleasure and special video evenings are being planned. (Don't forget the popcorn!)
I snapped these pictures on Monday after the craft morning, Maggie was playing the piano and everyone was sitting knitting or reading or just listening to the music.
In the words of the poet, If winter comes, can spring be far behind?"
