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There's nothing like a braai with friends! | Friends

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Hello Again!

I never used to be a fan of braais (BBQs), which is strange considering it's a staple activity for South Africans...However, in the past few months since Lee's parents bought a gas braai for their home I have been such a fan...you can't beat standing around with friends socializing over a sizzling, aromatic braai!

On Saturday we went over to Roxy's home to spend some time with friends and have a good catch up. Obviously I had my camera with me...I am also to be excused for the way I look as I came straight from photographing Dodge which was a great adventure in the stream and park. What lovely people :)

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Rox and her good friend Mich who is so funny!



Cherise and her husband Luke :)

MIch and her boyfriend.
The selfie queen Roxanne NOT taking photos of herself.

Roxanne's brother Wayne and his girlfriend Cherie who is just the most stylish chick ever!

Lots of fun was had! 
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Weekend at the Vaal | Holidays

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Hello Friends!

Last weekend we spent an amazing two days at the Vaal dam with friends. We originally planned to leave at 15:30 on the Friday afternoon, but after everything we ended up leaving around 18:00 and arriving closer to 20:00. Nonetheless we were made to feel at home very quickly and so the relaxation started!
Of course I took way too many photos, but surprisingly I did something else more than take photos...BURN! The weather was so amazing that we decided to get into our bathing suits and head out on kayaks on the lake. I would like to take this opportunity to mention that there are no photos of me kayaking because balance is not my strong point and when Rox got onto the double kayak with me, she was VERY determined to NOT get tipped into the lake!
Another important thing to take note of is that the Vaal dam stinks of dead fished mixed with sewerage. At least we all smelt of it so nobody felt left out!

We had such a wonderful time and when it was time to leave late Sunday afternoon there was a lot of hesitation and pondering over plans of how to get off work the next day! We can't wait to go back there for more amazing, memory-filled* times!

*A note to Roxanne - Next time you try to drag me into the bathroom on the floor grab both legs!

wends x
Lee was missing his bike, so this one had to do!
These two are the biggest sports when it comes to photos! What awesome individuals!
This is the amazing view, a minute's walk down the slope from the cottage! Having been in Joburg for a while I could really appreciate such a beautiful landscape!
I love this photo of Lee. Rox and I were teasing him and Ray for rowing all the way to the opposite end of the cove because we got halfway and realized that the windy conditions would make it very difficult to get back! The boys were adamant that they were going to catch a wave back to shore...then the wave caught them!
 
Freddie the frog! We found little Freddie after we'd been out on the lake. I was not going to run back up to get my macro lens so I decided to go down on my knees and lean towards him as close as I was comfortable with, but every time I stabilized myself on my knees he would jump closer! What a poser!

Taking a moment to appreciate the fauna and flora. I'm a sucker for roses!

What a beautiful sunrise. Breathtaking!
There's nothing like an ice cold cream soda next to the water!



Monthly Collage - October | Our Life

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Hello Friends!

 As per usual (new) tradition here is our monthly collage to glance back on all the wonderful times we've had over the past month :)


1. We got to watch Rox sing at a local restaurant. Such a talented lady! 2. Cocoa went for his yearly all-off shave. He looks so darling I could just eat him all up! 3. I started a new job and got to be part of an awesome entrepreneurs' day. 4. I turned 23 - probably the most uneventful age in anyone's life! ;) 5. Lee, Paul and I attended the Johannesburg International Motor Show in order to gawk at all the lovely cars on show! 6. I got to spend many of amazing days of shopping, chatting and laughing with this special girl. 7. We went to the Vaal Dam with friends. We went kayaking a few times and on this particular day there was a serious rip tide due to the windy and dry conditions - Lee got caught in it and we all had a good laugh when he finally managed to row paddle back to shore! 8. We dressed up for Halloween! 9. The Vaal dam was the perfect mini getaway we only wish we could have stayed longer!

Halloween 2013 | Holidays

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Hello Again!

 I have been terrible about blogging events in our life as they happen over the past little while, but this means I'm busy which in itself is a very good thing!

 We've never really 'celebrated'?! Halloween, so this year it was really fun to get dressed up for a night out.

 My dear friend Roxanne (hereafter known as Rox, Roxy, Froglady or any other strange names!) invited us to a Halloween party at a local club called Movida. A few days ahead of the event Rox and I were shopping at Sandton city (see photie below!)


...and being our usual crazy selves we decided to shop for identical outifts and settled on being catwomEN. 

Later we ventured to China Mall to find tails and ears and a few other bits and bobs for other friends who were also dressing up. Lee wasn't keen on dressing up too much so we got him a cowboy hat and a mustache. The mustache is still in it's packaging! Another friend of ours and her husband (Cherise and Luke) went as a witch and a pirate. All round a LOT of fun was had! 

Here are some photos after we'd all dressed up and finished with our make up and costumes. Please note the false lashes which I will admit didn't last 30 minutes on me before I was scratching my eyes out (first world problems).






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Wendy's Birthday 2013 | Birthdays

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Hi Friends

 This year I was so blessed to be surrounded by people who matter to me around the time of my birthday. I was spoiled rotten with love, laughs and lovely gifts. 

 Here are some photos taken by myself or my friend Timor who helped me out by handling the camera whilst I was socializing :)

My favourite pasta ever! Spinach and ricotta Ravioli from Princi Pastizza.

My sister, Kelly and her boyfriend Mauro.

Stevo

Luke 

Lee and I posing for a quick snap :)

Timtim :)

Roxy xxx

Beautiful roses from Kelly.

Timor having fun taking VERY close pictures of me!

Tim and I :)

A special treat after very embarrassing singing by the restaurant staff!

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Johannesburg International Motor Show | Car Shows

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Hi There!

 By now I'm sure you know I'm a sucker for taking pictures of cars. Needless to say the JIMS or previously know as Auto Africa was a no-brainer.

 I was with Lee and his Dad and although my primary aim was to take photos, theirs was to drive cars, sit in a lot of cars and stand around for extended periods of time looking at cars.

 Without any further a due, here are a few of my favourite shots!









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