Category Archives: Galas

Geese in Hieroglypics or Camouflage

Posted on October 25, 2019 by colonialist

During a visit to Durban Botanic Gardens today, this family of Egyptian Geese wandered up almost underfoot. I have had to sharpen the picture for the goslings to stand out a bit — they are well camouflaged. It is good … Continue reading →

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Gala Appointments and Occasions

Posted on August 1, 2019 by colonialist

If I were not ill already, It occurs to me, you know, That events do go on steady Guaranteed to make me so. Take today: patiently waiting, So that patient I could be, But to find a waiting rating Just … Continue reading →

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GALA GLUTTONY

Posted on March 2, 2019 by colonialist

I did manage to snatch the podium pictures from the Championship Gala, and they are shown in the slide show. Then, on Thursday, there was yet another gala, this time hosted by Durban Girls’ College, and featuring DGC, Maris Stella, … Continue reading →

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Top of Top 8 in Under 8

Posted on February 26, 2019 by colonialist

An event this evening filled us with pride and joy. As part of the Swimming Squad, selected from the top eight swimmers in each age group, Jeneva was entered in the annual Junior Top 8 Championship Gala in all four … Continue reading →

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