What is most surprising is that in all these instances that somebody had a camera at the ready.
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Photographs of when Disaster Strikes
Did the Exploits of Mata Hari justify her Execution?
For me, the exploits of spies have always held an enduring fascination as espionage exerts a powerful hold over my imagination. Mata Hari falls into that category.
Why write a blog about Mata Hari and not Sydney Reilly the self-proclaimed Ace of Spies? For me that fascination revolves around the fact that Mata Hari was a woman.
Mata Hari, the archetype of the seductive female spy was ultimately convicted for espionage. This culminated in her execution by a French firing squad at Vincennes outside of Paris.
Some photos you have never seen before
Saving GSD Layla
Delegating certain critical household chores to the children can result in the most unforeseen long-term consequences.
Prologue
Firstly what GSD Layla is not? It is not the second in the series of Stephen Spielberg’s classic movie, Saving Private Ryan nor is it a new military rank. Finally just to cover all bases, it is not a new class of American warship to join the two new classes, being the Ronald Reagan and the George Bush, in the American military arsenal.
The Great World Depression in Pictures
This series of pictures highlight what it was like living through the Great Depression during the 1930s
WE THINK WE HAVE GOT IT BAD! This was a mere 80 years ago. It makes complaining about no cell service, high petrol prices, not enough DSTV channels, seem a bit ludicrous. No credit cards to buy what you want, but don’t need! Forward this to remind our kids and others of what really tough times are like.
They don’t have a clue. If you don’t know what the Great Depression was, here’s the motto: “Use it up — wear it out”, make it do or do without! This reminds me to be grateful for what I do have. Start each day with a smile and gratitude. Then pass it on “Yesterday is history, Tomorrow is a mystery. And Today?
Today is a gift. That’s why we call it the present.”
Classic Adages enacted by Animals
Old adages have been enacted in a memorable way using a cast of cute animals to reinforce the intent of these classic adages
The first adage based upon the photo of the kitten and a dog is implicit trust.
I think I can, I think I can…
Dream BIG, be brave, and attempt the impossible!
What you think … you are.
Be mischievous and have fun
Relax and recharge your batteries
Surprise others occasionally
Indulge in a few creature comforts
Endure hardships with grace, faith and patience, the storm will pass and the sun will shine again
Find somebody to hold and hug
Be the sunshine, no matter the weather
Sleep deeply and peacefully and let your troubles go
Eat healthy foods
Appreciate the little things in life
Get some exercise
Be inquisitive, have an open mind, and investigate new things
Show and share your feelings
Make time to do things that make you happy
Indulge occasionally in a treat
Spend time outdoors appreciating the beauty of nature
Cherish your loved ones
Leave your comfort zone: try something that doesn’t fit once in awhile
Do fun things with like-minded buddies
Life is too short to have regrets
Pamper and spoil yourself occasionally
Everything in moderation, don’t overdo anything
Say you are sorry when you are in the wrong
Life is a journey. Enjoy the ride
Be a little crazy every once in awhile
Don’t be intimidated. Take one step at a time
Think before you speak / act. Done can’t be undone
Spend time chilling with friends
Travel to new places
Inform yourself and learn new things
Smile and be happy with what you have
Reach out and touch somebody
Jump for joy and dance when you get the chance
Have somebody to lean on when things get tough
An Icy Race: The Sterkfontein Dam 25km Run
This would be the coldest race that I have ever run in my life. With snow on the Berg and a wind off the mountain, there would be both a gusting wind and sub-zero temperatures to contend with
At five thirty on a wintry May morning in Warden it is usually cold. The tentacles of frost cover the fields as the subdued cattle in the stubble fields patiently await the first yellow brightness in the eastern sky.The desiccated mielies whisper in the breeze, shrugging off their frosty appendages. The pre-dawn mist hangs in the dips and valleys mapping out the twists and turns of the water course.
But this day was different. Extremely different. The temperature gauge in my BMW reads minus 5 degrees but with the wind chill factor from a snow covered Drakensberg, the actual temperature must have been below minus 10 degrees.
Violence during Strikes: What are the Underlying Causes and Solution?
The sudden upsurge in strike violence and intimidation is indicative of a changed dynamic. The relative industrial peace post 1994 has proved to be a chimera.
The latest casualty in the strike related violence is a dog which striking workers torched. Fortunately no humans were killed when the workers attempted to set the building alight.
In a disingenuous comment, Castro Ngobese, spokesman for NUMSA, has flatly denied that any of their members were involved in these actions. Rather he accused thugs and agent provocateurs for these actions.
Does he take South Africans for fools?
Unusual Airports when Space is a Severe Constraint
Two unusual airports are highlighted in these picture galleries. The first is the Princess Juliana International Airport on the Netherlands Antilles Island and the second is the Gibraltar Airport. Both problems are created due to space constraints.
Gallery of pictures on the Princess Juliana International Airport on the Netherlands Antilles Island
Retirement Investments: High Costs Structures create Low Returns
Retirees find that “nest eggs” in the form of Retirement Annuities were a worthless investment.
Those Retirement Annuities that I subscribed to 40 years ago as an Articled Clerk were supposed to be the “nest egg” that would supplement my work pension. I was gaily promised huge returns. These policies would make the difference between a comfortable and totally carefree retirement.
After 20 years of Debit Orders being processed, I fully expected a sizable investment to have built up. Instead what I found was abysmal returns & an inadequate capital sum. The one policy was growing at 5% at the time in an era where interest rates & inflation were three times that figures.