Stanford river talk january 2016

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Volume 124 | JANUARY 2016 | Stanford‘s monthly newspaper | R14

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Plastic attackI am prompted to write this letter by two recent experiences. First, I read a letter by a J. Cowan in the 'Hermanus Times', 26 November calling for a 'no plastic straws' campaign, in which he highlights the damaging effects of these items on the environment, especially the coastline and its marine life. Hermanus Country Market has apparently begun such a campaign and no drinking straws are available at the market. I have had first hand experience of ocean pollution (mainly plastics) over a period of many years. It is a very real and terrible threat to the environment. It is well-documented that the majority of lightweight plastic pollution ends up in the oceans from having been borne there by rivers which are fed by storm water carrying litter (or dumping). The Klein River is such a river. It is not always open to the sea but when it floods, litter is carried into the ocean via the estuary mouth. This brings me to the second experience: in the late afternoon of 30 November while walking my dog on the river bank at King Street, I saw a large family gathering of well-behaved adults and children enjoying themselves, cooling off in the river and sitting in the shade of the trees. The following day at much the same time, I passed the same spot and unconsciously scanned for litter, a habit wherever I go. From a distance all looked well but as I got closer, I could see the ground littered with plastic straws. It appears that J. Cowan has a very valid point when he calls for Hermanus to become a 'no straws' town. Dare I suggest a similar movement in Stanford? This as an alternative to hoping that people will dispose of such items responsibly. It would require the co-operation of all drinks vendors. Nature Conservation groups could visit schools and teach about coastal pollution and damage to marine life caused by plastic litter. A visit to the Penguin Sanctuary at Gansbaai would make clear the results of plastic pollution on marine life. It is after all against the law to litter.A Grumpy Roger

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Twenty Sixteen has a nice ring to it, don't you think? While the beginning of last year saw us stocking up on solar jars, this year has us glued to our favourite newspapers, channels and websites for political updates on the shenanigans that go on in our government and in the world. It is difficult to predict exactly what will happen but we can be sure it will be a wild ride so it is as good a time as any to be frugal and thrifty, and make sure we consciously enjoy the daily pleasures of country life.

The whole month of December was a party in Stanford and the village put on an excellent show for locals and visitors. Check out all the photographs and news from the Street Festival, Stanford Players, Music on the Lawn, SEC Stomp Fest and Boxing Day Cricket Sixes (News and Updates, pages 3 – 4). New restaurants have opened their doors while old ones have joined the party and offered specials and summertime fun. Our treasured columnists have taken a well-deserved break and written short articles on a shared theme called 'The Last Supper' – don't miss it on Page 8 – 9. Gillian Ball has conjured up a selection of recipes using tomatoes as the star which are both indulgent and simple (Summertime Tomatoes, Page 15)while Martin Ranger will give you a giggle with his investment advice (Soapbox, Page 12). Our special feature is a DIY page of advice from clued-up locals who share their know-how (Tool Time, Page 14) and don't miss our new columnist, Matt Chancey who has a few cracking tales up his sleeve (Tales from the Sud, Page 11).

January promises to be a month full of fun so let's settle in for the ride and support each other and local businesses. Don't forget to get outside and enjoy the long summer days and evening sunsets.


SEASON FESTIVITIES

Stanford Animal Welfare Society pulled out all the stops for another fun and successful fundraising summer event. Villagers with their deckchairs filled Cathryn and Andrew Herriot's garden on 12 December. While children and teenagers splashed around in the swimming pool, picnics were unpacked, wors and prego rolls were guzzled and everyone was entertained by the Jazzfordians and their Sinatra tribute. The Barking Trio and the Ballarinas, commended for their courage to appear in tutus, were received with hoots and cheers as everyone got into the festive spirit. The event gets bigger and better every year. SAWS wishes to thank everyone who helped make the evening such a success – the workers behind the scenes, those who donated prizes for the Xmas raffle, the musicians, the singers, Andrew Herriot for playing the Cygnet music ad infinitum during practice, the Ballarinas and Laina Lesicnik for all her patience and amazing choreography. A very special thank you to Mary Knight for her enthusiasm and bright ideas. We raised over R12 000 which is quite amazing and the ones who benefit most are the pets and rescued animals of Stanford. Annie Ranger

The Stanford Street Festival turned Queen Victoria Street into an old-fashioned carnival complete with candy floss, toffee apples, magician, live music, stilt walker and reptile display. People flocked to the village and cars even had to park hundreds of metres down the R326. Some of the highlights were the Stanford Dip Skateboard race with its usual thrills and spills, and the 'Ready Steady Slow Escargot' snail race. Thank you to everyone who attended and supported, and a special thank you goes to the organising team led by John and Shirley Withers who worked tirelessly to make this festival, now in its second year, such a resounding success for the whole village.

Music on the Lawn

Old Style Festival

Carnival spirit: Street performers transformed the high street.

Stanford Dip: Sk8r boys racing down Queen Victoria.

Ballarina: Swan Lake comes to Stanford.


One more year loaded with sweet recollections and cheerful times has passed. This New Year may we continue to share the genuine fellowship that adds happiness and warmth to even the most mundane days. So many of you helped support The Stanford Players’ 'Once Upon A Time project' in ways you probably didn’t even realise and I cannot express enough gratitude to you all. Without the courage and determination of our cast, the creativeness and the talent of our entire crew and the loyalty and commitment of our audiences and generous volunteers - we would not have had the ability to achieve what we did. We thank you one and all and look forward to sharing our fifth production with you in December 2016! Thank you to our amazing audiences on all three nights and the mountain of encouraging and heartfelt messages received. One of the messages was from a Gauteng visitor: 'Enjoyed a wonderful evening's entertainment last night in the front row at 'Once Upon A Time'. What a spectacular production with everybody playing their part. A professional company couldn't beat you! Thank you for a great evening and a tremendous show and a well deserved standing ovation.This is the sort of thing of which Stanford can be so very proud - the amount of local talent and the opportunity (sic) to shine for so many. We will now look forward to your next production'.DVDs can be ordered at Stanford Tourism at R100 each. Rina de Wet

SEASON FESTIVITIES

Music for the people: The musicians gave their time in community workshops.

The inaugural Stanford Music Fest from 11–12 December has come and gone. Our community workshops in the community centre were a huge hit. The audience was treated to punchy street rap and some serious dance moves. We would like to thank Dj Chad for his time spent supporting and entertaining the children. The highlight of the festival was the workshop facilitated by Rider’s Connection and Nomadic Orchestra. In a seamless world of music, young kids were completely engaged, and interacted with professional musicians from Cape Town and Berlin. It is from here that Skills Exchange Co-operative will endeavour to bring more musicians into the community as well as exploring a structured music programme for the children of Stanford. We would like to thank those who attended the evening performances. Also to locals, Maggie and Dillon who treated us to the sweet sound of their voices together with Wild lettuce on Friday. The Saturday night musical event held in the Birkenhead Estate amphitheatre was special; there aren't many performance venues with a better view. We look forward to think-tanking this festival and growing it for next year.Howard Krut

SEC Stomp Festival

Stanford Sixes – Batting for a good causeThe annual cricket day was a blast as usual, with teams and spectators joining in the fun! It was great to see some folks dress up this year and we encourage teams and spectators to take it a step further next year! This year we introduced a new format with teams competing for a bowl, plate and cup final similar to the Sevens Rugby. The feedback from the players was good and team support remained till the end of the day, something we have struggled with in the past.As I drove through Stanford that morning I was amused to see cars driving around with blow-up pools on their roofs – a funny sight! The weather was hot as usual, so everyone was very grateful to Graig for filling their paddling pools. It was wonderful to see so many locals setting up around the field. Thank you for the support, especially down at willow corner.From a spectators' points of view we understand the cricket is difficult to follow so this is something we would like to work on for next year. If anyone has something to suggest we are happy to hear from you at [email protected] This year’s proceeds will go to The Butterfly Foundation, while pet food donations will go to the Stanford Animal Welfare Society.We wish to thank the following sponsors: Overstrand Build-It, Stor-Age, Stanford Hills, The White Shark Company, The Angus Grill – Tableview, White Shark Projects, African Queen, Seaview Hotel – GansbaaiThanks to Stanford Municipality, Craig Niemand, SAPS, Jane PattersonDonations from the following: Kia Table View – Stanford Animal Welfare Society, Superheroes – Stanford Animal Welfare Society, Overberg Agri – Stanford Animal Welfare Society, John Deeres – Stanford Animal Welfare Society, The Hunger Hangout – The Butterfly Foundation, Anne’s Kitchen – The Butterfly FoundationResults: Bowl winners: Team Stor-Age, Plate winners: Team SuperheroesCup runners up: The Boonies, Cup winners: CKW Steel and WireMandy Erwee

Once upon a TimeA standing ovation!

Saint Nic made an appearance at the Last Resort, Blue Moon in an event open to all local kids and their friends. The children had a marvellous time playing in the fairytale garden as the sun slowly set, while adults gathered around the braai fire. Thank you to Craig and Cath Templer for opening your garden for what has become a traditionally warm, festive and feel-good evening in the lead up to Christmas Day.

Ho ho ho!: A Christmas visit.

Father Christmas at the Last Resort

Robyn Hood and his merry sidekicks: (From left) Bryan Robertson, Matt Chancey and Ian Pieters.


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BAGS OF LOVEChristmas and 2015 are behind us, and so too is the 2015 Bags of Love campaign. Thank you so much to all those who helped us make it successful. We distributed 250 bags to desperately poor families and once again, thanks to Uli Joost, kiddy packs were included for children between 2 and 10 years old. It is truly heartwarming to give these bags to families who are pretty much destitute. The blessings, smiles and odd hug make it so very worthwhile.LOOKING FORWARD2016 will bring its own challenges. Of primary concern to Stanford Rotary is supporting the four Soup Kitchens as well as the Koshuis, and the planning our Winter Warmth project in March to make blankets and jerseys for children for winter. We’ll be providing our local primary schools with stationery starter packs for children starting Grade 1 who cannot afford to buy them. Other ongoing projects are the Swop Shop, Early Childhood Development, School Clothes, Sports, Stork Baby Boxes to name a few. Should you be interested in contributing in any way to any of our projects, please contact Lana on 02) 341 0349 / 082 216 4398.We wish everyone a happy and prosperous 2016 and would ask that we keep in mind those less fortunate than ourselves.

Cuddly toys: The children at Sunrise Educare enjoy playing with the donations from the Overberg Toy Run.

Overberg District Municipality Fire & Rescue Services in co-operation with the Greater Overberg Fire Protection Association (GO FPA) has joined forces to assist the Agulhas National Park (ANP) with their Kids in the Park Programme. The Kids in the Park Programme has approximately 500 Grade 5 learners of local Overberg schools who join them at the Agulhas National Park Training Centre at Bosheuwel over a five week period. As part of the programme the learners will visit the Bredasdorp Fire Station where they will be given exposure to fire prevention, how to notify the authorities in case of emergency, followed by the actions to take while waiting for emergency services. This is a great opportunity to expose young learners to the beautiful area we live in and teach them how to protect our natural, cultural and social resources. Please remember the 24-hour number for fire reporting in the Overberg District is 028 425 1690. Greater Overberg Fire Protection Association

STANFORD ROTARYTOY RUNWhat a wonderful day this was! Karl, Lincoln and Servaas – thank you for organizing the bikers. Thank you to Bea Whittaker and the Tourism Committee for organizing everything else. The number of toys received was absolutely amazing – a total of 30 big recycling bags were filled – five for each of the six towns involved. The Stanford toys were delivered to pre-schools – Sunrise Educare, Little Angels and Chook-Chook. The Stanford Clinic was given a smaller bag of soft toys for children to play with while waiting for treatment.

Fire Safety

Traditional ritesMzingisi Xakani has just completed his sangoma apprenticeship! Stanford is blessed to have this awesome man in our community and now he is a fully-fledged sangoma.Maryanne Ward

The Tourism Committee welcomes Karen McKee to the team. She has been appointed to manage the Stanford Tourism accounts on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram so please welcome her when you notice her snapping photos around the village and surrounds. All members are welcome to pitch ideas and promotions to her at [email protected] Committee

A film crew was spotted in Stanford on 5 December, shooting a scene from a new movie called 'The Whale Caller' based on the novel by Zakes Mda. Local Assistant Director, Grant Nale, was on the scene wrangling some of the local kids on bicycles and skateboards. Although it was sweltering, the kids loved being extras in this local flick.

Annnd... action!

Holiday snapshotsWhat was your favourite part of the summer holiday? Did you stay in Stanford or set off on a road trip? Please send us your best photos from the festive season. [email protected]

Snap happy

Film crew in the village: Church Street closed for shooting.

Have you had a knock on your door from someone asking for puppy food? There is currently a scam doing the rounds of Stanford. Puppies, small, cute and wriggly, are carried from door to door with a request for food as the mother dog has died and the owners do not have money to buy food. Stanford Animal Welfare is aware of this as many have been conned. If pet owners are desperate for pet food they can apply to the Stanford Vet Clinic for assistance but they seldom do as they actually want money. They could be scouting out your house for a later break in. Also, please do not pay a deposit for a puppy; you will probably never get it and might lose your deposit as well! Annie Ranger

Beware of the dog


Three Committee Members of the WBBF, Peter and Liz Hochfelden and Debbie Alexander, visited the Overberg Lowlands Conservation Trust’s (OLCT) Renosterveld Reserve to hand over a donation of funds raised by the Walker Bay Bird Fair. Dr Odette Curtis (OLCT Director) met us at Haarwegskloof Reserve and Research Centre, a 500 hectare farm of pristine Renosterveld purchased by WWF-SA in 2013. As less than 5% of Renosterveld remains, the protection of this piece of land and the ongoing conservation efforts with land owners is crucial for the future of this fragile habitat’s survival. In the short period that Odette and her team have managed the Reserve, many rare and endangered species of flora and fauna have been recorded and while the species inventory is still being compiled, some of the more exciting species include breeding pairs of Black Harrier and Denham’s Bustard, the incredibly rare and elusive Aardwolf, and a plant species (Polhillia curtisiae) found only in this area. The OLCT has also established the Renosterveld Visitor and Research Centre and recently renovated a cottage which is available as self-catering accommodation on the Reserve. Visit wwwoverbergrenosterveld.org.za for further details. The WBBF are proud to sponsor this important conservation programme and we wish Odette and her team the very best for the future.

Giving back to the earth

Donation from the Walker Bay Bird Fair: Debbie Alexander, Dr Odette Curtis, Liz and Peter Hochfelden.

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On 23 November, we visited Okkie Smuts Primary School. The principal, Mr Koekemoer, contacted Dyer Island Conservation Trust (DICT) to inform us that the children had raised money and as part of their social responsibility they would like to donate the money to the African Penguin and Seabird Sanctuary (APSS). This fundraising was run by Mrs Marna Beets. The Okkie Smuts penguin initiative was a month-long project which included beautiful, creative paintings by the grade 1– 3 pupils, a mosaic artwork by the grade 2 class and penguin models built from recycled materials. Each and every student and teacher contributed to the fundraising and they had a civvies day to add to the money already raised. Each learner had to fill up a penguin bottle, worth R10 in exchange for a penguin bookmark. A few learners filled up as many as 15 bottles. The school raised the total amount of R3 300, a donation towards our educational efforts to raise awareness and educate the young and youthful generation about the importance of protecting our marine species. We have a tiered system of support based on level of sponsorship. All sponsors are displayed on the entrance walls at APSS. Donors can support this facility by sponsoring a building brick for R1000 per brick – these bricks are also displayed and include a name/logo. The school will receive three bricks on our donation walls.The DICT and APSS teams would like to thank the 'little school with a big heart' for their contribution towards our conservation efforts. Learn more about our sponsorship opportunities by visiting the APSS support page at http://africanpenguin.org/support/sponsorship/ Anwynn Louw

Pennies for Penguins

ART, WINE, BEER, FOOD AND FUN

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Rob Bell and Alex Johnstone took a plunge of faith and moved to White Water Lodge early in 2015. They were looking for adventure and the romance of running a high end country lodge with picture perfect views and a river running through it. What they found was a hard slog but each time I drive past White Water, I notice that no corners have been cut. The buildings have been painted and upgraded, and the fields have been outlined with beautiful, sturdy wooden fences that remind me of the stud farms of the Natal Midlands. Matching toffee-coloured ridgebacks gambol in the hydrangeas and solid country horses and a foal pose for photographs. Their most recent project is the total overhaul of the dining room and the establishment of Stanford's newest restaurant. The Garden Grill is breezy and elegant, capturing a conservatory-feeling with large open doors and cascading hanging plants. The food was served on large generous platters in the middle of the table, and those of us lucky enough to be invited to the first taste experience licked our fingers after tucking into mezze-style starters, patiently roasted chicken, Thai-style fish and seared fillet mains, all rounded off with a chocolate explosion of dessert. What stood out was the exceptional tsatsiki made with dill and garlic, the jugs of orange, tarragon and mustard seed sauce which I used to drown my succulent rotisserie chicken, and the chocolate brownies packed with whole cashew nuts. What a celebration of food! Rob and Alex are gracious and welcoming hosts who insisted that I felt at home in the Garden Grill. Make sure you book a spot at the Garden Grill as part of your culinary adventure this holiday season.Phil Murray

Stanford has a new restaurant

Ka-ching: Okkie Smuts turned their coins into art.

Good grub at the Grill: Locals in the hospitality industry being treated to a tasting.


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nature talkThe mystery of animal navigationHow do toads find their way about?

• Research on toads tested different potential methods of navigation. Toads were taken away from their ponds during the breeding season and the success of the toads in finding their way back was recorded. Toads fitted with tiny magnets on their heads were inclined to take a more northerly route back to the pond, but they reached their destination.• Blindfolded toads moved more randomly but also got there. Toads without blindfolds found their way just as well during overcast or clear nights so sighting the moon or stars as beacons does not play a major role. Toads whose sense of smell had been surgically removed took a very long time to get back to the pond and some did not succeed at all. When the wind blew from the pond all the frogs that could smell got there quicker.• Deaf toads also got there, although normal toads reached the ponds quicker when the distance was short, suggesting that they homed in on the sound of calls. The current conclusion is that smell is the most important sense that toads use for navigation. However sound, sight and earth magnetism probably also play a role. To date the mechanics of how this actually works is still a mystery.

By Naas Terblanche

Toads are terrestrial animals that spend their lives on land. They come to their breeding ponds to breed and then move away to their foraging sites, often kilometres away.

Reading Andrew Herriot's column has inspired me to contribute a few stories from my journeys in the two Sudans. So, if you fall asleep while reading, blame Andrew. If people ever take the trouble to think about Sudan, visions of camel caravans and sand dunes may come to mind, but certainly not the beautiful topography I've had the pleasure to traverse for more than 11 years. I recall my first trip to Sudan. It was also my first trip to Africa. Of course, I packed too much. I looked like I walked out of an 'Old Khaki' catalogue. I wore one of those silly hidden money belts. I carried around little bottles of hand sanitizer. To the average African, I must have screamed 'rich white sheep ready to be sheared.' Somehow I made it to Turkana territory on the Sudan border with my digestion intact. All the greasy food I grew up eating in Alabama must have given me an iron-plated stomach. My accommodation was a camp for the charter company that would fly me into the Sud the following morning. I recall it had a nice bar under a grass roof so, of course, I bellied up for some gin and quinine. As I sipped my anti-malaria tonic, a tall, balding, pot-bellied Russian wearing a Hawaiian shirt, cutoff jean shorts and flip-flops sat beside me and began downing his stereotypical vodka and vodkas. 'Hullo! My name ees Sasha,' he began. 'I am to be your pilot tomorrow.' 'Uh, hello, Captain,' says I. 'Your boss doesn't mind you drinking the evening before a flight?' 'Ha, ha, ha,' says he. 'Drunk pilot ees no problem-- but drunk mechanic ees BEEG problem. Ha, ha, ha. Ha, ha, ha.' Thus began my foray into the world outside my air conditioned bubble. But Sasha was evidently right. After 11 years and many, many drunk Russian pilots later, I'm still here. Next time, I'll tell you about the one-armed, chain-smoking Bulgarian lady pilot who saved my life – twice. Until then, buckle up!

Matt Chancey shares his tales from Africa

tales from the Sud

'Drunk Pilot – No Problem'

The villagersJean Jonker and her family are well-known and loved in Stanford. She is often seen walking along the wandelpad, enjoying the outdoors with her friends and children. She has a bright sparkling smile and a deep love for eclectic and unusual art, plants and people.

What do you do? I am a single mother of gorgeous Dylan and Jade. I am also a freelance design and fantasy artist, nursery owner (succulents and cacti), professional events organizer/ front of house/ waitress while studying.How long have you lived in Stanford? I originally moved here from Johannesburg in December 2002 and stayed until July 2004, to return again last year, October 2014What is your favourite thing about living in the Overberg?Free range, free thinking kids, creative spirits and minds, abundance of life from the tiny swallows to the mighty Southern Right whales, lush winter rains and the stunning botanical varieties – the Overberg is indeed a rare gem.How do you think Stanford can be improved or developed?I would love to see and be part of more community projects in aid of animals, children and the elderly promoting arts and culture in Stanford. I hope to see all businesses promote and support each other so that much more can be accomplished. Rental accommodation is rare in Stanford; it would be great to have doors open to accommodate more people in the village.What are your hopes for 2016? My hopes for 2016 are a clear path to happiness, peace of mind, health and fitness. I would like a place to call home and our own for Dylan, Jade and me. I see my own growth as an artist and in business and communication studies, and some more travels abroad.What is your favourite meal that you eat on special occasions like your birthday? My favourite food all year round is Thai and fusion cooking, and my greatest love since childhood is strawberries and watermelon.

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Crossing borders: Matt and a Nuba soldier from Sudan.


Siege of DelhiBritish officials in Delhi, capital of the Moghul Empire, had little warning of the catastrophe about to engulf them on Sunday, 10 May. A signals officer in Meerut had barely time to send off a tense message to Delhi before the telegraph was cut. Only later in the day was it confirmed that the Meerut mutineers were on their way to attack the city. The rebels, some 150 000 strong, believing British forces with artillery were being sent against them in Meerut, now hastened towards Delhi – 65 kilometres to the south – to seek shelter in the impregnable stronghold where few British troops were stationed; the walled city was the kingdom of 82-year-old Mohammed Bahadur Shah II, last of the Moghul emperors. The ‘King of Delhi’, frail and opium-addicted, was an old man without real power. Deprived of all authority but still nominally occupying the throne, the mutineers – both Hindu and Moslem – sought his blessing. Scarcely knowing what had befallen him Bahadur Shah had become the rallying point for the mutineers.It was not long before an orgy of violence descended on Delhi. Massacres, including

the killing of European and Eurasian men, women and children, erupted throughout the walled city. History records that many Indian merchants (mainly Christian) were also butchered in the frenzy.The rebels now held Delhi. Two miles north of the city, beyond high ground known as The Ridge, was the British military camp. Here the day began with an early morning parade of the entire Delhi garrison under the command of Brigadier Henry Graves. With palls of smoke rising above Delhi, Graves and his staff were convinced something was amiss. It was decided to investigate the disturbances and quell them if necessary for it was widely held that if Delhi remained peaceful then all British India would be safe. On the morning of 11 May, as the mutineers invested Delhi, it became a matter of deep concern that the magazine in the city (the largest in India with its hundreds of heavy guns, tens of thousands of rifles and millions of rounds of ammunition) should not fall into the hands of the mutineers. Aware the arsenal could not be defended indefinitely against superior numbers, it was decided to blow

it up rather than allow it fall to the rebels. Those involved in laying the charges knew full well they would most likely not survive the explosion. The mutineers were not long in laying siege to the arsenal and when all appeared lost the order was given to light the fuses. Watching from his command post atop Delhi Ridge, Graves could see the damage wrought by the explosion. Miraculously those who lit the fuses survived the mighty detonation and eventually escaped while hundreds of besiegers were not so lucky either being blown to smithereens by the sheer force of the blast or killed by falling masonry. The truth now dawned on Graves that Delhi had become a charnel-house for Europeans. It became, literally, every man for himself and while hundreds of Europeans and Eurasians (men, women and children) were slaughtered. many managed to escape the bloodbath often with the help of loyal sepoys and servants. (continued next month)

Psst…now that the Old Boar has hung up his abacus, how about a

different take on financial advice? I have developed three retirement scenarios for your consideration. The Roast Beef ScenarioThis is basically a high pleasure, high-risk strategy for the more fun-loving retiree. It involves regular, long and expensive Sunday lunches shared with friends. The meal will be washed down with copious amounts of the Cape’s finest. Your car should be a high-end SUV which you replace annually. Holidays are frequent. In SA they should be in Plett or Zimbali – or better still, go skiing in Andorra or hiking in the Himalayas. Again friends will be welcome.

Clothes may be purchased only in Cavendish Square or the V&A Waterfront and your TV screen is measured in feet, not inches.

Assuming retirement at sixty-five and an average–sized pension nest egg, your savings will probably run out just before your friends do. But what the heck – you’ve had a blast! You will then be forced into:The Marmite Toast ScenarioMore suited to either a cautious investor or someone with a pitiful pension, The Marmite Toast Scenario offers a contrast to the previous, more lavish option. Eating Out is out; food shopping

focusses on basics and bargains. Beer and boxed wine will be your favoured tipple and friends will bring their own platters.

Home entertainment will be supplied by the SABC, ETV and John Waddington. On the positive side your money will last until 2050 – that’s if you haven’t ended it all before then.And finally, a Stanford favourite:The Green Salad ScenarioThis is particularly appropriate for the health and environmentally conscious country pensioner. Naturally it involves growing one’s own vegetables and fruit,

organically – of course. No red meat and only free-range chicken will be consumed. Clothes, which should be sourced from charity shops or skips, should reflect a persona unconcerned with the trappings of a more hedonistic lifestyle. Discarded garments should be recycled either to clothe the garden scarecrow or be passed to your like-minded – but even less fortunate – friends. Your car will be a Honda or Toyota and should not be less than seven years old. Of course I’m not really allowed to offer financial advice, but I do suggest you discuss one of these options the next time you meet your financial planners. And do let me know what they say. Bon chance!

One foot in the gravyMartin Ranger imagines the end-of-the-month Salticrax

Beer and boxed wine will be your favoured tipple and friends will bring their own platters.

SOAPBOX

Bank of Delhi after attacked by mortar and gunfire.

Tales from the RajThis is the sixth article in a series of vignettes by Guy Winchester-Gould and offers an overview of the period until 1947 when India gained Independence from Britain. The Indian Mutiny of 1857 was a long time coming and when it did it caught the East India Company and British Army in India completely unawares. The event, lasting just over a year, plunged northern India into a maelstrom of savage and brutal violence.

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There have been a few occasions when I have imagined myself committing crimes of rage, and ending up on Death Row – don't all mums? I believe in shared humanity and basic goodness in all people, so it could just as well be me on Death Row as the grisly, heavy-browed growling bad guy with tears tattooed on his cheeks. But when I imagine my last supper, the foodie inside fills me with such imagined sensory delight and pleasure that no rage could push me to staging a chainsaw massacre. Step aside – there is Kurdish-style slow roast lamb with garlic naan and full-fat tsatsiki to be relished in all its rich, savoury depth. My favourite restaurant in Cape Town, Mesopotamia, serves Kurdish cuisine on huge brass trays while friends loll on kilim dhurries, the air delicately wafting the perfumes of hookah pipes around the balcony setting. It is a full-on food experience; maybe it is even worth dying for.Phill Murray

In the springtime of 1986, I was dating an Italian goddess named Vivi, and as a result of this relationship, I fell in love with all things Italian. I learned that the finest foods are the simplest, and that the cook and his attitude at the time of preparing the meal is the main ingredient. My last supper would need to be prepared by specific people, and top of my request list would be a margarita pizza made by Vivi's grandmother. I never understood a word she said (as it was all in Italian) but I understood her food and love perfectly. She cooked the simplest of meals, yet they were the most flavoursome with her use of fresh, high quality ingredients. My second request would be a dish also discovered through my relationship with Vivi. I remember Mercia Bortolussi as the queen of bling and all things modern, but her cooking was simple, pure and authentic. Mercia prepared and served a dish at her son, Adriano's, confirmation celebration. It was an exceptional octopus tentacle tomato stew, which I have also, very unfortunately, only ever tasted once. Simple, uncomplicated, fuss free food. Give me that on a plate, and I'll be ready to meet my maker.Bryan Robertson

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I would have to ask Graze to cater my last meal, because then I know I would die happy. I'd order Tabby's succulent seared fillet over spring onion mash with a side of roasted beetroot. Naturally, I'd end off with the salted caramel and dark chocolate tart topped with fresh cream from Klein River Cheese. Yum!Jennie Chancey

My last supper will consist almost entirely of carbs. For the last two years I have attempted to eschew this abomination to any clever person’s diet – in favour of wine of course. Prof Noakes says that one can have carbs OR wine, but ne’er shall the two meet in the same stomach! Apparently one can only consume so many carbs and I choose to have mine in liquid form. As a result I have dutifully walked past many a slap chip counter, dejectedly avoided pizza, and woefully watched my child consume his macaroni cheese or creamy parmesan risotto while I dejectedly nibbled on tuna salad. For my last supper I shall unleash two years’ worth of contained carb-lust, and I shall devour loaves of ciabatta with cheese and salami, bowls of buttery mashed potato with chicken and gravy, plates of steamy, vinegary slap chips, pans of pizza and pots of pasta with heavy cream sauces – WITH my wine! All without a salad leaf in sight. I figure the journey ahead will be fairly long so I will need the energy, but even if the journey is short it doesn’t matter. From what I hear everyone in heaven is thin! Karen McKee

So many varieties of food families, flavours and titillating tastes to choose from, yet so little time.The brief to write what my last meal request would be, is one of the hardest things I’ve had to do. I’ve pored over my computer until I perspired beads of blood onto the keyboard with no results. I poured many glasses of wine in anticipation of the arrival of my muse but evidently while I sipped she showered her artistic inspiration elsewhere.This morning I had the pleasure of the company of 'foodies' over breakfast and I called on them to aid me in my dilemma. Restaurateur, Riaan, of booked-to-the-hilt Blue Goose Restaurant in Gansbaai had a simple solution: 'Sushi!' And the others continued to chorus in the crusade to resolve my challenge: 'Gammon!', 'Crayfish!' Something fancy (I don’t recall) with sauce from a faraway place, someone said. Bottom line. If I can’t have grapes, fermented, in a glass (which I guess is not an option) then let me leave this world with nil per mouth and my loyalty to my love intact. Tania Weich

Our local columnists are tired out by the end of the year. Their puppies are well and truly pooped and they need respite from the fun of the summer holiday and the work that must go on during peak season in our beautiful heritage village. Team River Talk decided to give them a break from their usual columns and asked them, instead, to share what they would order as their Last Suppers. The idea sprang from an article by Henry Hargreaves who staged and photographed what death row prisoners in America requested as their last meals in his series called 'No Seconds'. You can check it out online but in the meanwhile, sit down in a shady spot with a long glass of iced tea, and read what makes our local columnists salivate.

Last supper


I cannot fathom anything more crushingly dull than being stone dead unless of course I am in conversation with the myriad of 'when-we’s' who have migrated across the universe and I’m having to listen to their utterly boring litanies. In this irrevocable ritual, I have no intention to hallucinate as in Macbeth but to brandish my trusty Skein Dhu with frenzied gusto. With the pointed blade, in a masterful way, I shall sever, before guzzling, my ultimate ‘reekin and rich’ haggis repast 'wi ready sleight’ enunciating Burns’ statement as my legacy to the world: 'Fair fa your honest sonsie face, Great Chieftain o’ the puddin’ race.' The succulent haggis will be washed down with the finest malt rendering me close to torpor, but not entirely. This will ease my funeral traverse in such good grace that a heavenly angelic acclamation will be heard amongst the tombstones. This exit to life is befitting and will allow me to rest in a preserved burial ground that is peaceful, quiet and with the best view in the village. Slainte.Andrew Herriot

For my last supper it’s not so much what I would choose to eat, but who cooks it; and I would like it to be Nigella Lawson. What she cooks is of little relevance, it must just be something that elicits lots of finger-licking and lip-smacking. And, of course, it must be served late at night, cold from the fridge, by a silk gown-wearing Nigella.In the event that the prison authorities might find this to be a privilege too far I would opt for something very British. Perhaps Roasted Welsh lamb served with buttered and minted Jersey Royal potatoes and fresh Norfolk peas. Annie – who is reading this over my shoulder – says that I’m fibbing to you. That whilst it probably would be something British, she insists my plat du terminé is much more likely to be bangers and mash swimming in onion gravy. Hopefully neither of us will ever find out.Bon appétit. Martin Ranger

Deciding what I would like to have as a last supper is not the easiest thing I've ever had to do.There are so many wonderful foods that one can eat and so many things that I have not even tried. One thing I know for certain is that I would not order tripe. Many people love this speciality food, but seeing my grandmother eat a sheep’s head when I was small just put me off. The smell of tripe cooking is also something that I don't like. I would probably choose something home made and easy like home-made pizza. To be honest I think my sweet tooth might win as I love puddings. My favourite of all puddings is plain old ice-cream and home made chocolate sauce, so I might just skip the main course and go straight to dessert.Suzanne-Francoise Roussouw

Anyone’s last supper, which, by definition must be the night before one dies, would have to be a very special meal. Personally, I don’t think I’d have much of an appetite then, but that’s probably too reflective so let me not delay and rather suggest a menu: Escargot in parsley butter Steamed salmon with rosettes of mashed potatoes, green beans and salad Homemade ice cream with homemade chocolate sauce sprinkled with roasted almonds. Coffee and chocolate truffles But can a meal be memorable eaten alone? Who would I choose as companions? My children? My best friend? No. We will have said our sad good-byes. Rather invite the brave crippled lady to sit on my right, the hungry blind man at the traffic light, all the children in the orphanage and a lifetime of best friend dogs – I hope the tables are large and laden and I don’t have to cook! Editor's note: Emma has moved away from Stanford to be closer to her family in Cape Town. We will miss her anecdotal stories and tales woven from the cobwebs of memories. Cheers, Emma, and please visit us for tea.Emma Kriel

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Gone are the days when I just ate what was there:This time is different, this time I care.Counting calories and watching my weight is now a thing of the pastFor this next meal will be my last.

Should it be chicken or should it be fish?I can have whatever I wish! Perhaps Lobster Thermidor or Beluga CaviarOr both, prepared by a chef with a Michelin Star.

On second thoughts, perhaps I should keep it simple!A Hawaiian pizza or a fillet steak cooked medium rare,A delicious thing I don’t have to share. One thing is for certain and that is… I love meat the most,How could I have forgotten my favorite….a family Sunday roast!

A Spur burger and chips also pops into my head, But so does eating popcorn while lying in bed!I know it’s an unusual request and I’m not sure what message it sends, But can I please swop my last meal for a braai with my friends?James Yeats


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TIME TO SAY FAREWELLChantel Oosthuysen has been the office manager of Stanford Tourism for the last three years. She is moving on to a new adventure and hopes to pursue her writing while she remains in Stanford, so we will still see her sipping coffee in her favourite shops and strolling up Queen Victoria Street waving to passersby.

She has worked tirelessly and generously through a period of change in the tourism office, and she has formed lasting friendships with all the locals she has met. Her serenity and patience have made her a true asset in the office, while her writing talent has made the Grapevine newsletter and weekly ‘What’s On’ bulletin a treat for all who read it. Chantel’s flair for bringing people together and her online marketing skills have gone a long way in bringing Stanford to a wider audience.

The Tourism Committee has relied heavily on her skills, and is grateful for all she has done to create a buzz around Stanford as a fabulous tourist destination in its own right.

TOURISM ANNOUNCEMENTAre you interested in helping out in the Stanford Tourism Office? The Tourism Committee is looking for a part-time office supervisor for a short three-month contract.If you have some spare time, have a little love-affair with all things Stanford and are keen to help out, please contact [email protected] to see if you might be the one to fill the space.


Historical Stanford on FootA great little pamphlet available at Stanford Tourism is called 'Historical Stanford on Foot' which was assembled by the Stanford Conservation Trust with photographs by Mare Mouton. Stanford Conservation has organised two village treasure hunts/ whodunnits based on this pamphlet in the last few months, and locals and visitors have been delighted and confounded by the cryptic clues which lead them from heritage site to listed buildings, searching for the next clue. Let's remember the heritage of our village and country, and pass the stories on so that our sense of place and culture is not forgotten.

Here are some of the buildings featured in the booklet:

The gables of the building now used as the public library are typical in Stanford and are a feature of the 'eclectic villa' style of the 1920s. The arches and shaded verandah were added later. This building began as a private home built by Hendrik Vermeulen but was bought by the municipality and used as office space for many years. The space was shared with Swart and Roux Attorneys and later, was shared with the tourism bureau more recently, Jan ('Blik') Swart, of the attorney firm, who was also the town clerk, local auctioneer, 'almost Springbok' rugby player and mayor of Stanford from 1949 – 1968 – a fraught time in South Africa's history.

Now Yum Eat Café, a popular breakfast and lunch venue that takes pride in their teas and coffees, this eclectic villa has attractive gables and decorative urns. It was built by Richard Boucher, a tailor, as a private residence before becoming converted into a business premises in the early 2000s.

Now a multipurpose building that houses Antjies, the Stanford Trading Store, Graze and Stanford Village Properties, this building has always been a trading hub in the village. Hansie Fourie built it in the 1930s and used it as a successful general trading store for 40 years. Hansie was called 'the onion king' because he used to buy up most of the locally grown onions for export, but the shop was also the collection and preparation point for fresh fynbos flowers for export. When not exporting fresh flowers, dried and dyed flowers filled the off-season gap. The stoep of this building has ensured it has remained an attractive and successful place of trade right up until present day.

Pop into Stanford Tourism and grab yourself a walking brochure if you would like to take a self-guided amble around Stanford. Guided walking tours can also be booked at the Tourism Office. Next month we will feature a few more of Stanford's beautiful heritage buildings.

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Symptoms: Water pressure from individual taps and mixers seems low compared to other water outlets in your house.Cause: Most taps and sink mixers have an aerator where the water exits the spout. The aerators have a fine filter which gets clogged occasionally, especially in Stanford.Fix: Luckily the fix is quite simple. In most cases the aerator can just be unscrewed by hand. Alternatively, any old pair of pliers will provide you with enough grip to loosen stubborn aerators. Clear the filter by running water over it, blowing through it in reverse direction or soaking it in vinegar. If none of the above works, you can either toss the aerator away or replace it with a new unit from a plumbing supply shop.Richard Upton, PlumbTec

Peter Ground is a helpful man-with-a plan who has been known to be handy around the houses and gardens of many Stanfordians. This is what he recommends as a starter basic tool kit for anyone who feels like tackling some DIY in 2016. Empower yourself to fix things rather than ditch them at the first sign of wear and tear.

Jenny Hayes, sometimes known as Jenny Metal, is a mountain biking enthusiast who cycles on- and off-road. She shares some of her top tips on how to get the most from your bicycle and how to service your own bike.

✓ Clean your bike regularly. Once a month should do it if you ride in normal conditions; once a week if you ride on dusty roads; after every ride if you ride through mud or on the beach. Make sure you clean the gearing derailers, sprockets and chain thoroughly. Try not to spray water directly at bearings as this will drive dirt further into the mechanisms and cause damage. This gives you the chance to give your bike a once-over and catch minor problems before they turn into bigger issues.✓ Check your brake cables, wheels, tyres, wheel nuts and quick release mechanisms.✓ Dry your bike, and tip it onto its back wheel (like a wheelie) to allow water to drain from the frame.✓ Lubricate all moving parts (Q20 will do), and then wipe off excess lubricant to prevent dust from sticking on your next ride. Wipe all unpainted metal parts with a cloth and lubricant to prevent rust.✓ Polish your bicycle with a silicone-based polish like those used on vehicle dashboards. This will make it look like new, and will make it easier to clean next time.✓ For more major services (every 1 500 km) or to repair damage, take your bike to a reputable bicycle mechanic.

Unclogging basin & sink aeratorsStart with a tool kit

Basic bicycle maintenance

•Hammer•Philips/ star screwdrivers: small and medium•Flat screwdrivers: small, medium and large•Long nose pliers•Regular pliers

•Hacksaw•Spanner set: size 8–19•Set of Allen keys•Tape measure•Spirit level•Hilti nail-in kit•Stanley knife

✓ You can change your own spark plugs in your car – it simply requires a spark plug spanner and then it is a matter of turning out each old spark plug, and twisting in a new full set. Make sure you ask for the gaps to be set to your model of vehicle at the motor spares shop. This will make your car run more smoothly.

✓ If the jets in your gas stove are blocked, your flame will flicker. You can clean the little round diffusers from your stove in hot water with a toothbrush but make sure you allow them to dry completely before using them again.

✓ You can change the light bulb in your oven yourself. When your oven is cold, you twist the bulb out and take it with you to the hardware shop to match a replacement.

Have you tried DIY?

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(Just for the record the non-alcoholic version is called a Bloody Shame)1 Litre tomato juice100ml Pepper vodka (this is just ordinary vodka with added pepper corns which you leave for a couple of days in the freezer)A generous pinch of celery saltHalf a teaspoon horseradish paste or fresh horseradish or at a push even English mustardJuice of one lemon1 tot of red wineTabasco sauceblack pepperCrispy bacon rashers or a garlicky prawn tail if you are fancy.

Add all the ingredients together with ice except the bacon or prawn. I give the whole lot a blitz with the stick blender just to make sure.

To serve pour into glasses and serve with a slice of lemon and the bacon/ prawn instead of the traditional celery stick.The addition of bacon officially makes it acceptable for a breakfast – just saying. Hic.

Summertime tomatoesTomato juice always reminds Gill Ball of her father

One of my favourite childhood memories is of arriving at my Dad’s house in Kinshasa on school holidays and him crooking a finger at me to come and see what he’d stockpiled for me in the pantry – cases of tomato juice, Worcester sauce and lemons! They were an expensive treat, but he knew they were my absolute favourite! I relished them and still today, I think of my Dad and that pleased-as-punch smile he had giving them to me. These are some of my favourite tomato recipes – they’re all madly easy to make, cheap and effective.

Serves 6 starters theoretically.1kg tomatoes peeled1 whole cucumber peeled1 yellow pepper seeded1 small red onion or half a normal onion1 garlic clove1 litre tomato juice1 small ciabatta or similar crusty or day-old bread.1 cup of veg stockJuice of 1 lemonHandful of corianderI small seeded chilliOlive oilSalt to tasteBlack pepperThis is honestly the easiest thing to do with a blender. I put all the fruit and veggies in and start blending, adding more as we go until everything is in and it’s still a bit chunky.If you don’t have a blender a grater works just as well, it just takes a bit longer.Once everything is in, put the soup in the fridge for at least 2 hours for all the flavours to play together.Serve with a drizzle of olive oil and ground black pepper.

These are such fun to make. I use the little vine tomatoes because I like how they look, but you can use normal cherry tomatoes and then put a toothpick in them to make them look just like proper toffee apples.Work on about 2/ 3 tomatoes as an appetizer or snack, this would serve 6.1 cup brown sugar.1 table spoon of balsamic vinegar1 teaspoon soya sauce+-18 cherry tomatoes3 Tsp sesame seedsPesto to servePut a non-stick pan on medium heat and add the sugar, balsamic and soya sauce and leave that to caramelise. It should get bubbly and be a dark brown colour. To test of your toffee is ready keep a tumbler of cold water next to the stove and drop a bit of the toffee into the water. If it goes hard in the water, it’s ready.In the meantime put the sesame seeds into another pan on medium heat and toast them lightly. Keep an eye on them as they’re easy to burn. When they're light brown, take them off the heat.Then you’re ready to go. Dip your tomatoes into the toffee and then the sesame seeds and place them on greased wax paper or some other non-stick surface.To serve place a small dollop of pesto under each tomato to balance the sweet, tart flavour.

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Monday 09:00, Yoga, 084 685 2641, Viv von der Heyden, 23 Quick Street.Monday 18:00, Running Time Trials 5km, corner Adderley and Longmarket, last Monday of each month at Stanford Hills Estate.Monday & Wednesday, Canoeing, Slipway Church St, John Finch 028 341 0444, Jan Malan 082 452 9877.Tuesday & Thursday 17:00 to 18:00, Tae Bo, Okkie Smuts School Hall, Ronnie 083 655 4521.Tuesday & Thursday 17:30, Cycling, cnr de Bruin & Moore Streets, Sunday 08:00 Caltex GarageDavid Morrison 082 321 7996, John Finch 082 378 1935.Wednesday, 18:30, Rotary Stanford Club Meeting, Don Gelato. Everyone welcome. Lana 082 216 4398.Thursday 18:30 - 21:30 Heal Your Life® Evening Group Sessions 071 382 9033.Friday 09:00, Yoga, 084 685 2641, Viv von der Heyden, 23 Quick Street.Friday, Canoe Time Trials, Slipway Church St, John Finch 028 341 0444, Jan Malan 082 452 9877.

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STANFORD - RIVER WATER RESULTSThe treated sewerage outlet point into the Kleinriver is at the slipway at the end of Du Toit Street. The stream in the middle of town, starting in the dip in De Bruyn Street, is partly fed by the treated effluent from the waste water treatment works which gets complemented only in winter, by the overflow of the two dams in the middle of town. The two sampling points for the river are thus respectively known as under and above the treated sewerage outlet point.

Determinant (e. Coli)Standard0-130/100ml

Under treated Sewerage Outlet poin(Jetty next to erf 396)

Above treated Sewerage Outlet point (Bridge R43 to Hermanus)

NOV 82 135

OCT 40 50

STANFORD - RETICULATED DRINKING WATER RESULTSEscherichia coli (E.coli) – bacteria that is a normal inhabitant of the human intestine. Its presence in a sample indicates pollution from human faeces.Total Coliform bacteria – is the name for all the bacteria that produce gas and acid from the fermentation of lactose and its presence in a sample indicates pollution from the intestines of both humans and animals.Heterotrophic Plate Count – is a standard microbiological method used to determine the efficiency of operations to remove or destroy organisms, good and bad, during the treatment process.

DETERMINANT NOV OCT

E. coli STANDARD (0/100ml) 0 0

Total Coliform bacteria STANDARD (10/100ml) 0 0

Heterotrophic Plate Count STANDARD (5000/100ml) 0 0

WATER TESTING


WHAT'S ON

A message from the Christian Forum

At the start of this new year we all have to confront many questions, and many of the answers may seem distant or even impossible. Some years ago there was a song on the hit parade called 'What will be will be' in which the uncertainty of the future is questioned. The future is not in our hands but we may have a hand in touching others around us and making things better or more difficult. I am sure there are many well-meaning resolutions which get lost along the way but which could have a wonderful effect on the lives of many. In an old book of daily devotions the writer tells of a book, 'The dairyman’s daughter', which affected the lives of people over five generations. I looked for this book for many years, found out who the author was, but still could not find a copy of it. Many years later I found a copy and read how the life of a simple young girl who suffered from TB touched the lives of others. I am sure that many of the beautiful resolutions which we make for the new year could have profound effects if they could be carried out. If our plans are placed before the Lord and have His blessing, I am sure that the results would be wonderful. Proverbs 3:6 teaches us to 'Remember the Lord in all (we) do and He will give (us) success.' This kind of instruction was given to Joshua when he had to take over from Moses (Jos 1:7,9) This was also the blessing and instruction given to me by my grandmother just as I was leaving to go to college. She tore a scrap of paper from the back of an envelope and wrote this verse on it saying, 'This is my prayer for you.' I still have this piece of paper with the verse in her handwriting: 'Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.' Take the Lord with you this new year.Rev Hildie Pansegrouw

New Year's resolutions

Road tripping evokes different feelings for different folks. The Beatnik generation loved the open road and

the Zen-like navigation of hitch-hiking, but a family road trip can feel the opposite of Zen to many a mom or dad. Kids can't handle their boredom and neither can parents. So if looking out the window or 'I spy' is not considered viable entertainment in your car, here are some ideas of games you can play in the car.

• GIVE ME SONG WITH THE WORD...You can limit this game to only nursery rhymes, as is my mother's favourite version. She loved to fox us with lesser-known nursery rhymes and tricky little words like 'whipped' but you can branch out and use words or phrases from any song.

• TRAFFIC CRICKETTake it in turns to count the approaching cars to stack up runs. Cars and motorbikes count 1 run, vehicles with trailers count 2 runs, lorries count 4 and articulated trucks count 6. A taxi means you are run out and it is the next person's turn. You can make your own rules and assign runs by car colour if you are travelling on particularly quiet roads.

• RADIO GAMESTry to guess the song title and artist before the DJ announces it.

• TELL ME A STORY...Give 3 words to one of your fellow vehicular detainees and ask them to make up a story. You can make it a bit more amusing by assigning a genre.

• 20 QUESTIONSHatch up a word and then let your fellow travellers try to guess your thought by asking only 'Yes/ No' questions. If they cannot guess your thought in 20 questions or less, you are the winner.

Of course, you can always pass the smart phone or tablet to the back and hope for the best. Remember to mark the middle of the back seat with masking tape to avoid turf wars, and once they have failed to master the art of blowing bubbles with Chappies, it might be worth while pulling over on the side of the road and letting the kids run off some energy.

CAR GAMESAre we there yet?

• Every Wednesday, Graze Farmers Market, 09:00 – 12:00, get your fresh veggies at Graze Restaurant.

• Every Saturday Morning Market, 9:30 –12:00, home-made and home-baked goodies from the heart!• Every Wednesday, mini bazaar, 10:00-12:00, NG Church Hall. Arts & crafts, homemade food. Vendors welcome R20 per table. Setup at 09:00. Contact Veronique Olwagen for more details 082 550 5099. • 1 January, gourmet braai & live music, Tasting Room at Stanford Hills. For bookings 072 639 6135 or email [email protected]

• 1 January, Garden Gril - Spit Braai, at White Water Farm spit braai served with delicious salads, sides & dessert. R190 per head.• 3 January, Louise Carver and Craig Hinds: A live collaboration celebration directed by Clifford Cooper. Tasting Room, Stanford Hills Estate. Bookings telephone 072 639 6135 or email [email protected]

• 5 January, Who killed... the sushi chef?Stanford’s own 'Amazing Race'.... Follow the clues on foot through town. Depart from Stanford Tourism, starting between 9:00 – 10:00. More information from Stanford Tourism or [email protected]

• 10 January, Beloftebos Summer Sunday PicnicsRelax under the oaks. Live music. Mouth watering food. Booking essential: Corneli de Villiers, [email protected] or phone 0721119380

• 23 January, Stanford’s Annual Burns Supper, 19:00 – 22:00The Tasting Room at Stanford Hills. Bookings 072 639 6135 or email [email protected]

• 29 January, Stanford Sunset Market

• 13-14 February, Stanford MTB Tour at Stanford Valley Guest Farm. http://www.mtb-adventures.co.za/index.php?id=47


Happy Birthday! If there is a birthday coming up or special occasion you want to share with the village please email

[email protected] or sms 079 523 8454.

Johannes Basson19 January

Fred Hatman19 January

Crystal Hutton19 January

Perdita van Dijk12 January

TZulu Dowsett27 January

Rachel Troost 23 January

Emma Privett 25 January

Mark Erwee 25 January

Jake Heese 12 January

Melissie Jolly11 January

Sizanobukhosi Gumbi20 January

Betty Qonya20 January

Jeudi Hunter 14 January

Kirra Jardine 15 January

Simon Upton8 January

Simon Croxton 3 January

Hilda Malakalaka10 January

Johanne Bester5 January

Gianni Roodt17 January

Tracey Anderson1 January

Leo Mckee 4 January

Emma Withers12 January

Joris Stork 13 January

1 January: Pocahontus 1595 –16173 January: Mel Gibson (59)4 January: Sir Isaac Newton 1643 – 17276 January: Rowan Atkinson (60)7 January: Nicolas Cage (57)8 January: Elvis Presley 1935 – 197715 January: Martin Luther King 1929 – 196819 January: Dolly Parton (69)30 January: Franklin D Roosevelt 1882 – 194531 January: Trevor Manuel (1965)

Capricorn is an earth sign and is represented by the symbol of a goat. Those born under this sign have a tenacity, resilience and commitment to hard work that makes them sometimes appear almost stubborn. They hold sight of their end-goal with determination and their independence sometimes sets them apart from others, but they are loyal and caring friends.

Capricorn

22 DECEMBER – 19 JANUARY

SCHOOL TERMS 2016School Term 1 13 January - 18 MarchSchool Term 2 5 April - 24 JuneSchool Term 3 18 July - 30 SeptemberSchool Term 4 10 October - 7 December

January: 24February: 22March: 23April: 22May: 21June: 20

July: 20August: 18September: 16October: 216November: 14December: 14

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Each puzzle consists of a 4x4 grid containing given clues. The object is to fill all empty squares so that the numbers 1 to 4 appear exactly once in each row, column and box.

MINI SUDOKU MEGA SUDOKUCONCEPTIS PUZZLES www.conceptispuzzles.com

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CONCEPTIS PUZZLES www.conceptispuzzles.comEach puzzle consists of a 16 x16 grid containing clues.The object is to fill all empty squares so that the numbers 1 to 16 appear exactly once in each row, column and box.

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