If you know me, you’ll know that Comic Con Africa is one of my absolute favourite annual events. Forget birthdays and anniversaries (sorry Riaan!), Comic Con is my Super Bowl, my Oscars, and my Disneyland rolled into one. Every year my family and I throw ourselves into the cosplay, gaming, fandoms, and fun, and this
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This past weekend, we had the absolute pleasure of attending Comic Con, and let me tell you – it was a weekend we won’t forget anytime soon! It was packed with fun, laughter, excitement, and so many unforgettable moments with my family. From dressing up to exploring all the interactive spaces, the entire experience was
It finally happened—Saadiqa’s first tooth fell out! Excitement filled the house as we celebrated this special milestone. Her beaming smile, now with a charming little gap, lit up the room and melted our hearts. With great care and precision, Saadiqa prepared her tooth for the Tooth Fairy’s visit. She placed it in a tiny box
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It’s not every day you get to say your aunt is a celebrity! But there it was—her radiant face shining down on us from billboards across the highway. My amazing Auntie Sandra has officially stepped into the spotlight, and I couldn’t be more thrilled. The sight of her smiling face, representing Chamberlain’s Spring Promotion, filled
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Friendships like ours don’t come around often. From the days of giggling through late-night chats as teenagers to standing proudly together as moms, we’ve built a bond that’s nothing short of extraordinary. Today, as my dearest friend celebrates her 40th birthday, I can’t help but reflect on the incredible journey we’ve shared. Growing up together
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Stepping into my Sports Mom era has been nothing short of exhilarating! With both of my kids diving headfirst into sports, I’ve found myself catching the fitness bug all over again. It feels like a delightful trip down memory lane, revisiting the days when I was on the netball court, embracing the thrill of competition,
It’s hard to believe that today marks seven years since my beautiful, beloved mother left this earth. Sometimes it feels like a lifetime has passed, and other times, it feels like it happened just yesterday. The memories remain fresh, her voice still echoes in my heart, and the void she left behind never quite fills.
This weekend has been nothing short of emotionally devastating. It’s hard to describe the overwhelming emotions that led to my anxiety attacks, but I’ll try. When our beloved cat, Snowflake, was in the animal hospital, barely clinging to life, I never thought I’d be so consumed by fear and helplessness. The days were filled with
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81 years old today. Wow. What a milestone, and what a blessing. As I sit here reflecting on the years that have passed, I can’t help but be filled with immense gratitude that we get to celebrate this day with you, Oupa. Your presence in our lives is a gift that I cherish every single
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For the past two weeks, I’ve had the pleasure of taking care of the oh-so-regal Prince Snowflake while Fathima Zahra has been in Newcastle, visiting her dad. And let me tell you, having him around has been pure joy. He’s become my little shadow, waking me up with gentle nudges in the morning, craving some