The sheer beauty of God’s creation is so well shared in the stunning diversity and splendor of our feathered companions. To truly get what I say, take a pair of binoculars and study the incredible complexity of our feathered companions. South Africa is host to over 800 species of birds, with over 600 found in [...]
There are so many different languages spoken, people from so many different countries and cultures. It really is a smorgasbord of the world’s people—all getting on with their lives. A country accommodating so much diversity. It seems as though the English are trying to make up for past indiscretions. There’s a quiet awareness, perhaps even [...]
We drove up to Matlock from Watlington, winding our way through the bustling English roads. It quickly became clear that driving here requires your full attention. The roads are narrow and busy, and you have to stay on guard all the time, no zoning out or cruising on autopilot. Driving in a foreign country always [...]
I never got the feeling that we were foreigners visiting London or Lords. We felt at home and the stadium was such a welcoming venue. Do we make people around us feel welcome? Do we go out of our way to be accommodating? Life in South Africa has us becoming so much more guarded. From [...]
The World Test Championships are over now—just another event in the books—but some moments stay with you long after the final whistle. I remember arriving at the stadium for the first time, not quite knowing what to expect. But what really struck me wasn’t the size of the place or the crowd—it was the people. [...]
Not long ago, I wrote about something difficult: the way we sometimes take the people we love for granted. I had to face the truth that even deep love can start to fade into the background when we stop being intentional. That post was my wake-up call, a moment of self-awareness I couldn’t ignore. This [...]
Chrissie, my dear mother-in-law, has an allotment near their home in Wallington, in the UK. They don’t have gardens like we do in SA, so the allotment is where they get to plant a few veggies and fruits. Chrissie has a wonderful selection of potatoes, cucumbers, tomatoes, and a strawberry patch. Strangely, the birds don’t [...]
We talked about your game plan—and how, like life, the rules can change without warning. I urged you to have a coach or mentor close by, someone who can help you navigate the shifting landscape. Don’t skip the fine print. Understand what you’re stepping into. Yesterday, I had the thrill of watching the first day [...]
Life is a series of games we play. Each comes with its own rules—some written, many unspoken. Society expects us to learn these rules, to follow them, and to play our part. So we conform. We adapt. We try to keep up. But what happens when the rules change? Sometimes, without warning, the game shifts. [...]
You have your picture. You are building your puzzle. Every day, you’re adding pieces to your big picture. People around you are helping. The plan is taking shape—though many pieces remain scattered. Now ask yourself the question: What if someone takes a few—or many—of the pieces? How do you complete your puzzle? What is your [...]
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