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Grubby little pigs

With spring slowly easing into summer, Nuggi's new trick is to stand on the top step of the pool and have a wallow. This is all very cute up until the precise moment that she decides to hop out and go frolic with Kanga in the dirt. Grubby little pigs.

And she is back in da game

Hi guys. My apologies for the absence of enthusiastic communication from my side. I am sure you will all get over it – I’ve been busy. Anyway, I recently realised that my last post was over 2 months ago which really ain’t good enough so I shall, during the course of this week, endeavour to update my blog with the latest happenings. Watch this space …

Manic, manic, manic

Just a quick post to let those who care know that I am still alive and kicking. The past 6 weeks have been a bit of a blur, its been financial year end which = auditors which = late nights, chaos and madness!

International Financial Reporting Standards - 4 seemingly insignificant words which have created more mayhem than one could possibly imagine. I really think that the IASB did not have an anthracite coal mine in mind when the pin-striped bean counters sat down to draft these standards. Whilst some of the concepts are questionable, and others fair and well, the practicality of implementing the ruddy things are a nightmare. A nightmare I tell you!

One small consolation is that we have to report to the Australian Stock Exchange at the end of this month so there is a dim light at the end of this tunnel. At least at the end of this experience I shall be an acclaimed IFRS guru!!

Pics of the pooches

Jenni Broome

Jenni Broome, a member of our hockey side, was tragically killed in a car accident on Tuesday evening. Jen relocated to Jhb at the beginning of the season and joined the Wanderers Hockey Club fitting into the culture of our side from the start. Commitment, enthusiasm and a fun filled attitude are some of the many words I could use to describe this young lady. Kind would be another one.

Our heartache is with Jen’s family and Rory.

Jen, your death has made many of us take a step back and reprioritize the things that are really important. You have made us all realise that life is short and that our family and friends are there to be cherished and appreciated every minute of every day. Thank you for sharing your last few months with us, you have made more of an impact in our lives than you could possibly know. You will missed.

Rest in peace little one.

Vodacom Durban July

Last Friday saw Cracka and I hop on a flight and head to Durban (an all) to grace the infamous Durban July with our presence. After a desperate last minute shop-off for some appropriate clothing we hooked up with Mel, a school mate of mine, and her hubby Rob and headed to the races.

What a joll ... there really is nothing quite like a day in the winter sunshine, cold drinks, thumping tunes and talking a lot of shit with your chommies to make you feel like you are truly alive. We were stationed at the renowned and legendary "Pink Punters" picnic site organised by Warwick 'Wigsy' Bouwer who, once again, proved his prowess in event organisation. This notorious picnic site keeps growing in stature each and every year and is undisputedly the place to be and be seen at the July :o)

Synopsis of the day: won money on the horses, saw some very good old friends and definitely won the yellow jersey!