School is done for the kids, at least for a week. Then back to the books. What luck for them...good thing they enjoy school so much. The report cards came back and both of them passed their grade....with flying colours. They both were exceptional and the teachers pegged as them as tops in their respective classes. It was probably tougher for me than for the kids to leave the schools today as we've had positive experiences at both and I've made some great friends especially at Rondebosch. But those things happen.
TOmorrow I hope to finish up the car sale, Katy is off to a birthday party, and Henry and I will sing at the Senior's Christmas party at church. They must be hard up for talent.
We went to Paarl one last time yesterday and stopped at a really great vinyard on the way back. The wine was fantastic and we're bringing some back. Harry had a slight ankle sprain and now he's laid up for a bit. Hopefully back on his feet soon.

OK it's Carol Night tonight at Rondebosch...and if the rehearsal yesterday is any indication, then it'll be a fantastic event. The orchestra, choirs and soloists are primed and ready for action. Too bad it is plus 27 outside and it's hard to get into any sort of Christmas spirit with the heat on.
We have two more days with the car and then it will be handed over to the new owner. It'll be like when we first got here, and we'll use the train and our legs much more. H + K already have a playdate for next Monday within walking distance, and I think I might head up the mountain for one last go at Devil's Peak.

Oh well, there is always next year.
Carla was definitely surprised yesterday as some of our closest friends turned out to Kirstenbosch and celebrate a 35th birthday as we ate roti and samoosa and drank some wine as well as watch the Vusi Mahalasela concert. The food was great and the music was superb. The weather cooperated as well which added to the day.
Yesterday was also the kid's Christmas "pageant" at church. The kids each had a small role and Harrison stole the show again with his smile. The old ladies literally fawn over him. They have their program early on in the season since many people go holidaying over the Christmas break.
The weather also was ok for Saturday and Henry's party. The kids spent most of the time in the pool or on the field playing rugby. They annilhilated the food and had energy to spare. Henry had a great day as it culminated in him being chased and thrown into the pool. Then everybody else had to take a turn getting thrown or pushed in. Some of the parents hung around during the party and we had a great time visiting. Mr. Rondi was the cake supplier for both days and he did not disappoint. Other news on Mr. Rondi is that he is now found a spot to move to. He will be out a week after we leave, so crisis that we thought was coming in March was averted and we were with fresh buns for the whole year.
Way to go Bisons!