Leave offence behind
We have all heard the statement: “Offence is taken, not given”. Is this really the case?
I have had it on my heart as we...
Rise of the Grandma Police
"I will meet you their."
Suddenly sirens are blaring in the distance. Vehicles are dashing out of the way left right and centre (or is...
Why awkwardness is essential
On Wednesday I played my part and voted in South Africa's local elections. While standing in line (which was taking longer than usual) I...
Why Race Debates Aren’t Helpful
One look at Facebook and it is clear: people are getting more and more outspoken on race, politics and culture. As much as I...
Monocle: How to make a nation
Monocle is one of the top companies when it comes to positive literature in the world today. Whether you subscribe to their monthly magazines...
Do you get what I’m saying?
I recently saw two chameleons on a farm in Pretoria, South Africa – one was bright green and the other was dark brown. I...
The Deposition Petition: To Sign or Not to Sign
This is an exciting time to live in Africa. No matter what your opinion is of our current state, this week is proof that...
Google Has A New Owner
GOOGLE has a new owner: a holding company called Alphabet, run by Google founders Larry Page and Sergey Brin. Alphabet owns a few other things,...
Style your home: Plants
I don’t know if you have ever been in a room or a space and felt like it was dead or not really full...
The Inspiring Story Of A Baby Born With Half His Skull
Florida dad Brandon Buell knows the hardship and joy that come with raising a child with severe disabilities. His toddler son Jaxon was born...