MORNING MIRROR EDITION 221 8 January 2007 MORNING MIRROR WEB-SITE http://www.morningmirror.africanherd.com +++++ ADVERTISERS !! All the adverts in the Morning Mirror are based purely on TRUST !! Please ensure you make the effort to pay for your adverts. All monies raised from the payment of advertising on the Mirror go towards Zimbabwe's precious "old" folk in on way or another. For information on how to pay for your advert email - magskriel@mac.com ++++++ May this New Year be a marker On the road to brighter days Though at first things may seem darker God might move in awesome ways ++++++++++++ EDITH DULY NURSING HOME To Our Generous Benefactors. On behalf of the Edith Duly Nursing Home I would like to take this opportunity to thank all those generous people and organisations who have helped keep the Home operating and viable during the course of the past 12 months. Without your overwhelming generosity the Home would have struggled to remain open. In particular we would like to thank ZANE, The Pensioners Fund, AGED-AID UK, Friends of Messina and Louis Trichardt, Hannes Botha, and Hands On Zimbabwe. Numerous other donors, too many to mention, have also helped in so many important ways to keep the institution running. A special mention however, must be made of the generous advertisers in the Morning Mirror. Over the past 12 months donations for advertising in the Mirror have raised many millions of dollars. ( A detailed record of all donations is available for inspection at the home). Through the ongoing generosity of Morning Mirror readers, we were able to purchase provisions, provide for the upkeep of essential equipment and make available various amenities so essential for the running of this home which provides shelter and hospitalisation for approximately 80 patients each month, many of whom have no independent means of support. Our grateful thanks also go to Eley Education for assisting with collections and to the team at Datvest for receipting, listing and accounting for all donations no matter how large or small. R L Kriel CHAIRMAN EDITH DULY NURSING HOME ++++++++++++++ Whitestone School celebrates its 65/25th Anniversary in 2007 Whitestone School was first opened as a primary school for boys in 1942. It closed in 1976 but was reopened in 1982, this time as a co- ed primary school. Throughout its history, the positive and vibrant spirit of the school has lived on, maybe more so now than ever and because of this it has been decided that we need to celebrate the 65/25 Anniversary in style. Besides holding Anniversary celebration events, we would very much like to hear from as many Old Whitestonians as possible. We want to find out about interesting events that may have occurred during your time at the school, we want to compile lists of your names and contact details, dates you were at the school and where and what you are doing now. If you are an Old Whitestonian, please write to us at whitesto@mweb.co.zw and tell us about yourself. Someone on the Anniversary committee will reply to your email and give you details on Anniversary celebration events, current activities at the school and we will try to answer any other queries you may have in relation to the school and it's pupils. Do you know of any Old Whitestonians world wide? Please forward this letter to them. We look forward to hearing from you soon. The Anniversary Committee ++++++++ IN THIS EDITION 1 My Dysfunctional Family Christmas 2 NOTICES 3 CONGRATULATIONS 4 CONDOLENCES 5 BULAWAYO NEWS 6 For sale a) ACCOMMODATION / HOUSES / FLATS / BUSINESS PREMISES b) VEHICLES c) LIFTS WANTED AND OFFERED d) SITUATIONS VACANT e) MISCELLANEOUS 7 TIDBITS ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ My Dysfunctional Family Christmas. Uncle Dave's T shirt, as he waved us all goodbye at the airport, read "I survived my dysfunctional family at Christmas !" He did survive ..... but it was touch and go..... You try putting three dilly Zimbabwean blonds, one lovely Kazakhstan, one Shane Warne supporter, and one long suffering father, all together in one house for three weeks with one errant Republican brother in law !! Our children had inadvertently made a rule when the left home entitled the "three thousand mile rule" Understandably this rule enforces a pretty wide distance between offspring and parents !! But rules are meant to be broken and our large and growing family tries by all means possible, to be together for at least every other Christmas. Bulawayo has always been home, and most Christmases have been traditionally spent in Bulawayo where the weather is still and sultry, where there is absolutely no sign within a thousand miles of anything resembling snow and a "White" Christmas, and the swimming pool is usually the focal point of activities. !! We always try and do the traditional thing, gifts opened early under the Christmas tree combined with mince pies, Christmas cake and walnuts, brazil nuts, pecan nuts all to be wrestled with, via an antique nutcracker, accompanied by copious cups of Tanganda Tea. Much later we cook up a giant meal which is totally unsuitable to the tropics, but is a legacy of our British up bringing ! Roast turkey, glazed ham covered in pineapple and cherries, roast potatoes and four veg, followed by ice cream and a Downings Christmas pudding. The latter is stuffed with little silver charms. (remember the horse shoe, the tiny slipper, the piggy amongst others) and of coursea couple of sterilised silver coins carefully kept from the days in which we had coins in Zimbabwe....!! On the last family gathering two years ago, we decided on Bulawayo as a communal meeting place, and a slight setback in plans brought about a nine hour sojourn at the Plumtree border post...... which made sure that this year we chose an easier rendezvous point, and once again we chose Texas !! Texas is the country of superlatives so it is easy (if pricey)to keep the family amused here. Ice Hockey, the rodeo, Billy Bobs, many trips to the various malls and many festive Mexican margarita meals made up a happy twenty one days. We have many precious Christmas family traditions, one of which is armchair sportsmanship, but over the years it has become necessary to install a demilitarised zone between the opposing sports teams at the dining room table. Much friendly bantering and "chirping" ensues between those folk affiliated to the Boks and those who have found it necessary to support certain other inferior teams like the Wallabies for example !! An obligatory "after turkey cricket game" is usually played, but as the Texas temperature was minus something, we decided to stay indoors and watch the Cowboys game instead. It was a delicate and tactical move as it is not easy to form a cricket team with such a plethora of nationalities as we now have in most Zimbabwean families..... Just imagine the Bok supporters taking on the Wallabies after a few glasses of Champagne !! Now each family member is either a gourmet cook or a gourmet eater, so this makes feeding the mob relatively easy. We had in turn traditional Zimbabwe fare, traditional Russian Fare, some Ozzo grub and of course a number of Texan rib eye steaks.... Being an Apple Macintosh computer orientated family, it is easy to entertain ourselves, just buy one member of the family a new mac for Christmas and the entire family gets involved in giving computer lessons. We are a quirky family and of course there is always a lotto run by the men as to how many rolls of loo paper the girls are going to use over Christmas !! We can always find an excuse for a party, we have present wrapping parties, tree decorating parties, light hanging parties and a party each time we get back from the airport after collecting another son or daughter, completely frazzled after a thirty hour trip from some remote God forsaken corner of the world. One of the best things about a Texas Christmas is the lights. Each and every house is beautifully decorated with trillions of pretty white or coloured lights, and many pleasant if chilly evenings are spent walking or driving around to see the Christmas lights. One thing I did notice this year was that many more homes featured a religious theme, a nativity scene or a tiny crib. Maybe the Americans are at last making a stand against the people who are trying to take Christ out of Christmas...... Sadly we had no "babies" with us this year, but we did buy a Barbie Doll for our new daughter in law from Kazakhstan who has never possessed a Barbie doll !! I must confess however that here are no nicer Christmas activities than putting together a gingerbread house and undertaking an edible gingerbread jigsaw puzzle !! Christmas Carols are of course mandatory, although with so many young adults around, there were a few animated discussions as to the suitability of the more modern Christmas Carols. Mother eventually pulled rank and totally and unequivocally banned any rap carols by Eminem and Tupac after looking at the titles, one of which was "My Ghetto Christmas" and the other which basically depicted Christmas as a four letter word !! And so the family went back meekly to Celine Dion's "Oh Holy Night" although I did make a concession to "Silent Night" done by Mannheim Steamroller !! HeeHoo always manages to get the last word and began to play his favourite Christmas Carol - "Leeuloop" as loud as he possibly could...and as often as he could..... The after lunch Christmas movie also caused a little angst and several favourites were mooted, like The Nativity Story", "The Night before Christmas" and of course "Scrooge" plus "How the Grinch stole Christmas" When there began a tussle between the Old Grey Hairs and the Young Moderns showing a propensity to watch the "Texas Chainsaw Massacre".... to save a family rift ..... Hee Hoo made a very undemocratic decision to watch a tape of THE Cricket match, (the greatest of match of all time I gather) ..... where in 2006.... S.A. scored something like 438 runs in fifty overs against the hapless Aussies !! Now another very bad family trait has emerged recently I have noticed ... namely " How to divert Moms attention from dragging us off to Church on Christmas Eve " However Highland Village is deep inside the legendary Bible Belt, and I was convinced that I would have the upper hand this year with these hapless heathens of mine....... A stiff upper lip British Christmas comprises crackers, Charlie's home made mince pies, Downings or Woolies mince meat pudding and brandy sauce !! As these strange items are unknown in Texas, most of these had to be smuggled past the Eagle Eye of the US Customs !! Minute attention is paid to detail right down to the provision of a couple of miniatures of Bols brandy for the Brandy Pudding, imagine (horrors) brandy sauce made with Jack Daniels !! Eggnog parties are another necessary component of a Kriel Christmas, and much grating of nutmeg, swirling of cinnamon sticks and clinking of glasses makes sure there is Christmas spirit a plenty. But one can always make time for deep meaningful family conversation, when one sees one's offspring so seldom. DMC sometimes gets a bit much though when the bird needs to be stuffed, the broccoli needs to be blanched and the ham needs to be decorated and glazed !! Pressure, pressure, pressure..... the dishes are the worst, why we cannot all meet in Bulawayo where Charlie loves to do the dishes, I do not know...... In Texas, Brother In Law Dave, gets tetchy about his dishwasher, the sewage system always gives up the ghost, usually on Christmas Eve, but the shops, but the glorious shops are always full to bursting with wonderful goodies, and more often than not .... open for business. Christmas Day, New Years Day, Boxing Day, its a twenty four hour society so no horror amongst horror that you might have forgotten the cranberry sauce !! ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ NOTICES PERFORMING ARTS BULAWAYO P.O.BOX 2360 - BULAWAYO A NIGHT AT THE OPERA Tickets for a Night at the Opera will be available from the Academy from mid-morning tomorrow, Friday 5 January and from the Bulawayo Club from Monday 8 January. However, I'm afraid that we grievously under-estimated Club prices for the second half of January. They have doubled since November so the cost of the evening including a three-course dinner will be $18 000.00 and not the lower figure we rather optimistically mentioned in the previous newsletter. Just to remind you, the opera in question is Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro in a performance featuring Hermann Prey as Figaro, Mirella Freni as Susanna and Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau and Kiri te Kanawa as the Count and Countess with the Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Karl Böhm. Someone commented that it must be quite an old recording given those names! Indeed it is, just over thirty years to be precise as it was recorded in 1976, but I've seen it twice and can guarantee that both sound and picture quality are of a high standard and the performance superb. The opera will be shown at the Bulawayo Club on Friday 19 January 2007 and the approximate timetable is as follows: · Bar opens at 5.15 p.m. · Acts 1 & 2 : 6.00 p.m. · Dinner : 7.45 p.m. · Acts 3 & 4 : 9.00 p.m. · Finish: 10.30 p.m. As I've said, the evening will cost $18 000.00 including a three-course dinner ($9 000.00 to Red Carpet subscribers) and tickets (in the form of a programme with synopsis and an interview with the director Jean-Pierre Ponnelle) will be available from both the Academy and the Club. Bookings must be made by 1.00 p.m. the day before, Thursday 18 January, but preferably rather earlier. Club members can charge the evening to their accounts in the usual manner but must make a booking and should collect their tickets/programmes from either the Club or the Academy. Best wishes as always, Michael Bulivant ++++++++++++ COMPLIMENTS OF THE SEASON TO ALL FELLOW CYCLISTS!!! FLYING EAGLES CYCLE CLUB FIRST RACE MEET OF 2007 SATURDAY JANUARY 13TH START/FINISH: HILLSIDE DAMS START: 7:00 FOR 7:30 AM ROUTES: YELLOW ROUTE +/- 30KM INTERMEDIATE AND ELITE THE INTERMEDIATE GROUP WILL START HALF AND HOUR BEFORE THE ELITE GROUP. SOCIAL +/- 15 KM REGISTRATION: $ 2000 PER RIDER PRE REGISTRATION AT RACING SNAKE CYCLES BRADFIELD ++++++++++ Would you like to learn the art of scrapbooking? For the arty AND not-so-arty!!!! We will be holding Scrapbook lessons on Wed, Thurs and Friday mornings from 9.00 - 12.00 and same day afternoons from 2.00 - 5.00. Anyone welcome! CRAFT CRAZY Corner 18th Ave / Matopos Road, Famona phone 66720 and speak to Rene or Caroline for more info. Or e mail me on athome@mweb.co.zw and I will send you a programme of the lesson plans. Lessons start Wed 10 January. ++++++++++ ART AND CRAFT CLASSES (Children from 7 years). Re-opening : 17th January 2007 All materials supplied: paper, board, paints, aqua pencils, oil and chalk pastels, ink, airbrushing etc. Subjects: Land- and seascapes, wildlife, still-life, birds, ethnic art, masks, pots, blown eggs, pencil- and jewellery boxes etc. Fees: $ 15,000 per month. ($ 7,000 for January). Times: 3-5 pm weekdays, 10-12 noon Saturdays. Phone: B.Wisselo (Mrs.) 245319 8am - 12, 2 pm -6. +++++++ BASS BULAWAYO FISHING FISHING FISHING. Happy new year to you all out there from Bass Bulawayo Chairman Committee and memebrs. Well 2006 is over with all 38 anglers slogging the water once a month hoping to climb the ladder in the year league standings.It was a reasonably hard year with the fuel adding to the problem and the fish hiding in new spots.We are happy to say that all fish not released were donated to Edith Duly Nursing Home, unfortunately for Edith Duly not a lot of fish died but we will continue to help where we can. I would like to urge all anglers if they have an abundance of fish please either bring them to Matabeleland Tyres or take them to Edith Duly and help those less fortunate than ourselves and those people do appreciate it. Herewith final results for 2006 and we hope to keep you updated on a monthly basis on league results for 2007.Please note that if a fish was released the angler receives 5% of the total weight of each fish. 1. Mike Hancock 36.36kg 2. Don Youngman 30.74kg 3. Dave Adlam 20.14kg 4. Neville Ford 19.31kg 5. Kevin Rae 18.40kg 6. Noeleen Hancock 17.57kg Lady 7. Maureen Parker 15.61kg Lady 8. Andre Diedricks 15.32kg 9. Kevin Taylor 14.05kg 10. KerryLynn Diedricks 10.64kg Junior 11 Colin Sayer 10.18kg 12 Elton Lightfoot 8.89kg 13. Alex Pattison 7.94kg Junior 14 Ian Rae 7.79kg 15 Natalie Adlam 7.71kg Lady 16 Ettiene DeVilliers 7.13kg 17 Shaun Ford 6.48kg 18. Gerald Oosthuizen 6.19kg 19 Josie Ford 5.74kg Lady 20 Calvin Skews 5.50kg 21 Pieter Spaans 5.15kg 22 Amanda Adlam 5.12kg Junior 23 Paul Pederson 4.31kg 24 Eric Stockenstrom 4.30kg 25 Sandy Ellis 3.88kg Lady 26 Dean Dickens 3.22kg 27 Kyle White 3.18kg 28 Bruce Stephens 2.90kg 29 Marc Devilliers 2.49kgh 30 Yvonne Spaans 2.18kg Lady 31 Dave Loxton 1.65kg 32 Vernon McLintock 1.51kg 33 Racheal Boshoff 1.42kg Lady 34 Ian Patison 0.79kg 35 Tracy Adams 0.74kg Lady 36 Keith Ellis 0.54kg 37 Gert Lottering 0.44kg Junior 38 Adam Stephens 0.39kg The 42 remaining members did not record a fish this is made up of Ladies Juniors and the odd senior male and a few not such good fisherman. Tight lines for 2007 Regards Neville Ford Chairman Bass Bulawayo +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 3 CONGRATULATIONS +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 4 CONDOLENCES Sister Goodill. What a kind and caring lady, we are so sad to learn of her untimely death. Our most sincere sympathy to Mr Goodill and to all her family Peggy Stone, who she looked after so sympathetically, and daughter. Thank you. SISTER GOODILL - Beloved by so many Bulawayans, she will be sorely missed. +++++++++ For a wonderful lady: Elisabeth Goodill It was such a sunny day when you came our way You visited often, delivering a word and a smile A gentle hand of encouragement bathed in love and compassion for all. Every journey has to end, and yours is over. We have learned much from you...patience, love, understanding, kindness and endurance. A butterfly on earth has emerged as angel in heaven. We, who are left have much work to do Watch over us and show us how. From: hjclark@dynabyte.bw ++++++++ Could you please advise the Bulawayo public in general and the swimming fraternity in particular that we have just been notified of the passing of Douglas James in Port Elizabeth on the 1st January after a painful illness age 41. Doug and Cheryl (his sister) will be remembered for their contribution to swimming for many years in Bulawayo at Provincial and National Level. Douglas leaves a wife and two children. Please add to this our heartfelt sympathy for Maureen and Ken, Karen and family (in America) and Cheryl and family in Johannesburg. We will always remember the good times we shared. From Peggy Tony and Richard Morgan And Kim, Simon, Tyler and Toni Bloomhill from Cape Town ++++++ Wilf Bowden who went to Rhodesia in 1956 and taught at Baines School, Tennyson School, Headmaster of Lochview school,which he vastly improved, and Shabani School. He put his heart and soul into his teaching. On retirement he decided to go to South Africa and then later joined my brothers in Brisbane where he had a wonderful few years. He died from cancer,aged 85,on 25th October,2006. His wife, Ron is well aged 86 after having nursed Wilf to the end.He will be so sorely missed by Ron, Gill (Guest),Simon and Nicholas and his six granddaughters. I,m sure some of his ex pupils might remember him. rom: guest407@btinternet.com ++++++++ CONDOLENCES Rosemary Bowes (Rosie) passed away on Tuesday morning, 2 January at the Mater Dei Hospital in Bulawayo. A well loved lady who will be missed by all, especially her daughters, Kate and Ashley. A memorial service will be held this week at a date to be advised. ++++++ DEATH NOTICE WIDDOWS Anthony (Tony) Beloved brother of Terri brother-in-law of Richard and uncle of Simon and Leigh-ann Wakefield died in Johannesburg on the 4th January, 2007 after a short illness bravely borne, we will miss you, rest peacefully with the Lord. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 5 BULAWAYO NEWS SHARON SILK Please contact Yvonne Thomson on email address ythomson@mweb,co,zw concerning Falcon College Old Boy's +++++++ Mac Club will be starting soft ball on Wednesday nights (Starting Wed 17/01) from 17.30 onwards. Any interested people please email me on marklaing@netconnect.co.zw or just pitch up! There WILL be a small cover charge per player to go towards the club. Braai's will be available if you want to bring food to cook, so bring the family down for a good night! (Situated on 4th Ave) +++++++++ ********************************************************** MY NAME IS CHANTELLE MOORE I HAVE A SON NAMED KEANO CRAIG KLEIN WHO IS NOW 18MONTHS OLD, I DONT KNOW IF YOU KNOW THE STORY BUT HE HAS A VERY RARE BLOOD DISORDER, I JUST WANTED TO GIVE AN UPDATE ON HIS PROGRESS AND TO THANK EACH AND EVERYONE FOR THE YEAR 2006 SUPPORT GIVEN ALL DONATIONS,PRAYERS AND EMAILS "THANK YOU". CURRENT UPDATE ************** KEANO IS DOING MUCH BETTER NOW HE HAS JUST HAD HIS 6TH OPPEARTION, UNFORNUNATLY DOCTORS CANT DO ANYTHING FURTHER FOR MY SON EXCEPT OPPERATE HE IS STILL HAVING DAILY INJECTIONS WHICH I HAVE LEARNT TO GIVE WHEN WE FIRST STARTED APPEAL INJECTIONS WERE $108000 (I THINK) NOW CURRENT PRICE IN HARARE AT AVENUES IS OVER $600 000/DAILY/VIAL. I RECENTLY WROTE TO THE COMPANY THAT MANUFACTURES THIS DRUG - NEUPOGEN - INCREASES WHITE CELLS-PREVENTS FROM BACTERIAL INFECTION AND THE COMPANY NAMED ROCHE DONATED A 3 MONTH SUPPLY FOR KEANO WHICH WAS A BLESSING THIS DRUG IS ALSO USED ON CANCER PATIENTS. THE INJECTIONS ARE RUNNING OUT AT THE MOMENT I AM CURRENTLY TRYING TO GET OUTSIDE HELP FOR THIS IS A LIFE TIME THING. WE ARE CURRENTLY TRYING TO GET OUT OF THE COUNTRY THIS INJECTION HERE IN ZIM IS;- CURRENTLY OVER $600 000/DAILY SOUTH-AFRICA - R750.DAILY (R22500- MONTH SUPPLY) UK-100 POUNDS DAILY We had gone to south-africa and the doctors thatside cannot help me. alot of people ask why dont we go to south-africa with keano l phoned the doctor there she cannot help. EXTREEMLY EXPENSIVE SO IF ANYONE WISHING TO HELP ME I AM TRYING TO GET OUT AS I CANNOT LIVE HERE ANYMORE ITS BEYOND OUR MEANS CURRENTLY WE ARE ON A CASH BASIS AS THE SCHEME KEANO IS ON HE HAS EXHAUSTED ALL FUNDS I HAVE TO WAIT 3 MONTHS TO GET KEANO ON TO A BETTER SCHEM I HAVE TRIED TO PUT KEANO ON BUPA-INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL AID......BUT THEY HAVE REJECTED KEANO AS HE WOULD USE UP ALL FUNDS. ITS A SAD LIFE HERE FOR KEANO HE DOES'NT GO OUT AT ALL IF I DO TAKE HIM TO HARARE FOR MONTHLY CHECKUPS HE HAS TO WEAR A MASK AS HE IS PRONE TO GERMS SO I CANT EVEN TAKE HIM TO THE SHOP HE STAYS..... AT HOME! PLEASE IF YOU CAN AND ARE ABLE TO IN ANYWAY AT ALL WE ARE TRYING TO GET KEANO TO THE UK AT THE MOMENT TO THE GREAT ORMOND CHILDRENS HOSPITAL, FOR FURTHER ASSESMENT PLEASE HELP IN ANYWAY! I WOULD LIKE TO SAY THANKS ONE AGAIN FOR ALL HELP!THERE ARE LADIES IN THE UK CURRENTLY TRYING TO HELP US TOO.ALOT OF KIND PEOPLE THEY EVEN DONATED TOYS FOR KEANO. ATTACHED- I HAVE A PHOTO OF KEANOS CURRENT OPPERATION HE HAD A LIVER ABSIS 6TH OPPEARTION ON THE 9/10/06 HE WILL SPEND LIFE HAVING OPPS IF I DONT GET OUT SIDE HELP THANKS GOD BLESS CHANTELLE & KEANO X-X-X-X 263-91923874 P.S I AM CURRENTLY LOOKING FOR A MONTHLY LIFT TO HARARE ONCE A MONTH FOR BONE MARROW CHECKUPS PLEASE TOO. THANKS +++++++++++ The Haven The committee and the residents of the home would like to thank the Bulawayo public for their continuing generosity and support. Beds, bunk beds, cots, linen, tumblers and nappies are still needed if anyone is having a clear out. Contact numbers: Mrs Kumalo 286 151 cell 011 231 309 Val Bell 60868 June Langlois 250247 cell 091 237 923 Thank you so much to all of you and again we wish you a healthy, prosperous and happy 2007. ++++++++ Hi Guys, Just in case you didn't know, our wonderful new South African Cricket star, Paul Harris, is one of us!!!!!!!! He is the son of Dee (nee Lattey) and Mark Harris. Mark is the Pastor of the Valley Christian Church right here in Fish Hoek, and took our Rememberance Day service. Mark himself had his National colours for Athletics. Mark is ex Prince Edward and I am not sure which school Dee and her sister Val went to, but as far as I can remember they are from Bulawayo. I do know that they were fantastic Basketball players. Paul is a really "good kid", he deserves all the success he is enjoying, and all us Fish Hoek Zimbos are absolutely bursting with pride. +++++++ Mica the Parrot FOUND Thank you so much for forwarding and for keeping a look out. I am very happy to tell you that we have found Mica. He flew quite a way from our house and was found at the top of our road. He was a bit soaked because of the rain and very grumpy, but we managed to get him out the tree and back home. This is his second great escape since we arrived here and Mica has now had his wing feathers cut. Mica was enjoying becoming quite the Bulawayo Houdini pro, hopefully this will be the last excursion!! Thank you all again!! Lee, Rory and Mica ex-Houdini!! ++++++++ SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS PLEASE HELP US TO HELP THOSE WHO CANNOT SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES Are you downsizing or spring cleaning? The SPCA SHOP would appreciate all your unwanted items such as records, tapes, C D's clothing, newspapers, magazines, books, patterns, ornaments, pictures, costume jewellry,crockery, cutlery, kitchen items, curtains. linen, jigsaw puzzles, games, ,jam jars, purity jars, plastic bottles, material scraps, used vitamin and pill containers, electrical goods dead or alive. In fact anything you do not want we can use. Come in and browse, our shop is on R Mugabe Way between 14th and 15th Avenues. Telephone 69814. We have two lovely Teddy bears and a Yamaha key board for sale.Thank you to Bulawayo for the wonderful support. +++++++ CRIME AWARENESS BULAWAYO UPDATE written and compiled by Tracey Burns 05/01/07 British Statesman in the 18th Century - Edmunde Burke said "The only thing necessary for evil to triumph is for good men to do nothing." For the full report e mail crime@mweb.co.zw +++++++++ DOES ANYONE MAKE AND ICE SPECIAL BIRTHDAY CALES FOR SALE ? e mail magskriel@mac.com ++++++++++++++ King George VI band, Liyana, are looking for a Saxophone. Does anyone have one at home that they are no longer using that they would be interested in selling (or even donating!) to the band. We are also looking for someone who could help with saxophone or piano lessons. Many thanks, Inez Hussey Phone 230434/5 or 255323 ++++++++++ Cricket News I work here in Phalaborwa. It is great to see that Paul Harris is of Zimbabwean descent, please don’t forget that Dale Steyn is also of Zimbabwean descent so we have two guys in the squad with this amazing blood in their veins. What more can we say !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Regards, Schalk Steyn (Ex Kadoma/Kwe Kwe ) Dale’s VERY proud Dad. For those of you who missed the cricket,These two kids played the most incredible cricket today. I was bursting with pride, and then when the International Commentator remarked on how well mannered they were, and what fantastic Sportsmen they are, I thought "Well what did you expect mate?" In fact, Dale played so well I am convinced he originates from the Mutare/Odzi Steyns. Well done Guys! +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 6 For sale a) ACCOMMODATION / HOUSES / FLATS / BUSINESS PREMISES FLAT FOR RENT - QALISA 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, lounge/dining room with fireplace, open plan kitchen and verandah over-looking gardens - UPSTAIRS flat available in Qalisa Village at Bulawayo Golf Club. This immaculate flat in a prestigious retirement village has excellent security and undercover parking for one vehicle. Only persons over the age of 50 years are eligible for tenancy. Rent in region of $100 thou + levy (approx $80 thou at this time) Lights and Water to be paid by tenant. Interested persons to email westfieldjt@telkomsa.net or kenobyo@mweb.co.zw +++++ Family Business for sale, situated in Prime Central Business District of Bulawayo, comprising two shops on ground floor, cash business, room for expansion, easily run, good return, owners retiring, only genuine enquiries, please contact Byo 258147 for further details. +++++++++ FLAT FOR SALE 2bedrooms lounge bathroom big kitchen sunroom/veranda and many extras contact olga 09 240394/ 011411596 +++++++++++ I AM LOOKING FOR A 3-4 BEDROOMED HOUSE TO RENT, WITH A WELL MAINTAINED GARDEN (BOREHOLE). A POOL WOULD BE A GREAT ADDITION. I PROMISE TO LOOK AFTER YOUR HOME AS MY OWN. EMAIL: hazel@mweb.co.zw Cell: 011780 554 ++++++++++ HOUSE FOR SALE 4 BEDROOMS 2 LOUNGES BAR STUDYROOM BIG KITCHEN ENSUIT BATHROOM BATHROOM 2TOILETS 3 COTTAGES SWIMMINGPOOL LOTS AND LOTS OFF BEAUTIFUL EXTRAS THAT MAKES THIS A HOME TO BE PROUD OFF!!!!!! CONTACT OLGA 09 240394/011411596/011203451 +++++++ HOUSE FOR SALE***** Possibly one of the best situated houses in Bulawayo if you like your privacy and tranquility. This 4 bedroomed face brick under thatch home is positioned at the end of a quiet cul de sac and is surrounded by lush tropical gardens with many indigenous trees which provide home to an amazing variety of birdlife. This unique recently built home is perfect for the discerning home owner with many delightful features including thatched outside entertainment area; swimming pool with rock feature and waterfall; charming childrens play area with sandpit and wendy house and separate three bedroomed cottage with its own private garden. The house itself has four bedrooms with a generous main bedroom with en suite bathroom and dressing area, bay window and its own private verandah. All other bedrooms have built in cupboards and are serviced by a guest bathroom and toilet. The central kitchen has a separate scullery and is semi open plan leading into the dining room and lounge. The spacious lounge is the focal point of the house, with jetmaster fireplace; bay window and large teak sliding doors opening onto a huge shady verandah which looks over the pool. The lounge is overlooked by a study/second lounge/bar having its own jetmaster fireplace and which is accessed by a feature wrought iron and teak staircase. The garden provides a stunning backdrop to this beautiful home. It is set amongst natural feature rocks and has a year round borehole with 5000 litre storage tank and booster pump which are fully reticulated. Other features include fully paved driveway; teak windows throughout; automatic security lights; internal radio alarm system; electric gate and fence; natural stone boundary wall; staff quarters; storeroom and a fully wired up generator. Serious enquiries only please phone: 091 301 801 or 011 412 035 +++++++ Couple looking for HOUSE or FLAT to rent, ASAP. Please contact, Nadine on 091-973-185 or Bradley on 091-970-415. Thank you. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ b) VEHICLES CAR HYUNDAI SONATA 16VALVE. 2LITRE. 1995. LIGHT BLUE AND MANY EXTRAS .CONTACT OLGA 09 240394/O11203451/011203451 ++++++++ MOTOCROSS BIKE FOR SALE Yamaha YZ250 Motocross Bike (Year 2000) EXCELLENT CONDITION Please contact Rory on Bulawayo 880601 or email rory@nandb.co.zw ++++++++ I am looking for a 4x4 double cab vehicle to hire for about two weeks in February. Please phone 091330442 for more details. +++++++ FOR SALE : PEUGOT 504 GL - ORIGINAL IN VERY GOOD CONDITION.VERY NEAT. OFFERS? TEL : 09-69404 Between 08:00am to 04:00pm ++++++++ LAND ROVER - Series 2A - L.W.B. Good clean condition - original owner. Includes numerous spares i.e. tyres, gearbox,diffs, engine etc., Z$7 million (no chancers). Phone 011 621 455 or 09 242470 +++++++++ FOR SALE: NISSAN SUNNY STARTER MAZDA 323 STARTER MAZDA B2200 STARTER TOYOTA HICE STARTER MINI STATION WAGON BODY ON WHEELS MINI SPARES- ENGINE BLOCK GEARBOX, CRANE SHAFT,CYLINDER HEAD,CARBURATOR,GENERATOR DISTRIBUTOR ETC. TEL: 09-69404 between 08:00am to 04:00pm +++++++ ************************* Looking for a reliable car, eg.Mazda 323 Familia/ Nissan Sunny /Toyota or something similar. Ideally one-owner and would prefer year 2000+ Willing to pay in £ for the right car. Please tel 091 975 105 or 091 402 954 0r 09 242919 ++++++++ FJ45 TOYOTA LANDCRUISER-SUPERB CONDITION- COMPLETELY KITTED OUT FOR SAFARIS- MANY EXTRAS- GEARBOX COMPLETELY OVERALLED - NEW EXHAUST SYSTEM, SHOCKS, DOOR RUBBERS, CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER, BRAKES OVERALLED, LEATHER SEATS, ETC. TEL. CLIVE 230021 or 0-11608505. ++++++ Cars : 1990 Ford Aerostar Mini Van 7 seater, immaculate condition - a must see : 1984 Ford Granada 3litre V6 sedan. Excellent condition : 1986 Datsun Truck 3 litre V6 Ford engine. Very powerful reliable truck. All cars owned by fussy meticulous mature owner. Call 230157 or 011 413 036 or 023 892791for appointment. Hurry, everything priced to go fast. +++++++ Mazda 323 for Sale Low mileage. Driven by little old lady. $5m or NCO Please phone Michele Macmillan on 011 614 281 or 206446-9 (mornings only) +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ c) LIFTS WANTED AND OFFERED LIFT TO JOHANNESBURG OFFERED Leaving +/- 25th January Required to share fuel/toll cost Contact Clive on 234416 or 091203393 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ d) SITUATIONS VACANT / AVAILABLE JOB VACCANCY Position in fast moving marketing department. Needs to be computer literate - strong knowledge of excel is a must. Knowledge in Pastel would be an added advantage. Able to deal with customers and be able to work under pressure at times. Willing to work long hours if required. Clean drivers licence is required. Excellent salary offered. Please contact : functionshq@gatorzw.co.uk or 011 430 270 +++++++ PATTERNMAKING LESSONS OFFERED FOR THE HOME DRESSMAKER. Learn to make your own patterns which need no pinning or adjusting, in a variety of styles, the easy way. Patterns and all training material are supplied. Times: Monday and Tuesday mornings - 10am - 12 noon. Saturday: 3 - 5 pm. Cost: $ 8,000 per lesson. Length of course: approx. 4 lessons. Phone: Mrs. B. Wisselo 245319 ( 10-12 noon, 3-5 pm only). +++++++++++++ Looking for: Cabinet Maker.... Joiner. Please Contact: Denis +267 72684728 ++++++++++++ Looking for Teak Wood For Botswana. Please Contact: Denis +267 72684728 ++++++ ACCOUNTANT WITH 19 YEARS EXPERIENCE SEEKS POSITION WITH VIABLE COMPANY/CORPORATION. CONTACT R. ROBERTS. 64481 [B]. +++++++++ Cook/Reliable houseperson with traceable references, wanted by Bill Lemon. Please contact Clare on 011 231 416 / 240127 ++++++++++++ FREE ACCOMMODATION FOR THE WHOLE MONTH INCLUDED FOR A HARD WORKING MIDDLE-AGED MAID WITH REFERENCES TO WORK FOR 2 OR 3 DAYS PER WEEK FOR ONE LADY ONLY IN FORTUNES GATE AREA. TELEPHONE 285617 +++++++++ VACANCY FOR GARDENER: Urgently looking for an honest, reliable gardener to start immediately. Are offering an excellent salary and accomodation. Please reply to Tracy Smith on 230708 or 023402574 +++++++ NURSERY SCHOOL TEACHER REQUIRED WE HAVE A VACANCY FOR A QUALIFIED NURSERY SCHOOL TEACHER, PLEASE CONACT US ON 011 614 607 OR 091 215 527 +++++++ SAFARI COMPANY LOOKING FOR A TOURISM AND SAFARI CONSULTANT. MUST BE EXPERIENCED, COMPETANT, WELL TRAVELLED AND HAVE A GOOD KNOWLEDGE OF THE TRAVEL INDUSTRY. THE APPLICANT SHOULD BE ABLE TO DEAL WITH INTERNATIONAL AGENTS, BE PEOPLE ORIENTATED AND MATURE IN THEIR OUTLOOK. PLEASE SUBMIT CV AND DETAILS TO; africansunrise2004@yahoo.co.uk ++++++++ PART-TIME BOOK KEEPER Looking for a part time bookkeeper for a small company in Belmont who can do up to trial balance. Must have good knowledge of Pastel 5.2. Phone Shelly on 091301661 for more information. +++++++++ SITUATION VACANT 1) Desperately seeking a very good Chef/Cook (Male or Female) to work in a busy farm kitchen in the Beitbridge District. 2) Seeking a special Nurse/Carer for live in position (Beitbridge District) to assist with an Alzsheimer and a Stroke patient. Nurse Aids are also available to assist. Please contact P Bristow 086-22332/22391 or email pbristow@iwayafrica.com +++++++++ Domestics Available I have 4 domestics looking for jobs. They have been with me for 20 years and are very reliable, loyal and honest. Two ladies are capable of house work and basic cooking, one is capable of frail care/nurse aid and the gardener can also do odd jobs. Please telephone Michele Macmillan on 011 614 281 or 206446-9 (mornings only) ++++++++ Situated Wanted: Young lady requires part-time work, of two or three days a week, computer literate, accounts and bookkeeping.Email:sathomas@zol.co.zw or call 218873 ++++++ Looking for a PA/Secretary? I am a 26 year old woman who is efficient, neat, well-mannered and able to work under minimum supervision. If you would like a copy of my C.V. please email me on: vhee@mweb.co.zw +++++++ Maid Wanted, as well as child minder for a family with three kids, needs to have accomodation in Morningside, Montrose areas call 474117 ++++++ WANTED: URGENTLY (if possible) Area: Burnside Maid/Childminder. Must have good references. Accommodation offered. Gardener: Also need good references. Must have experience/knowledge of pools and be a good worker that can work unsupervised. Accommodation offered. Please contact Alison on 091 247 091 or Barry on 011 616 259 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ e) MISCELLANEOUS Fancy Birthday cake required - does anyone know who might be able to help ? I would appreciate any help you may be able to give me, katdon@zol.co.zw 245359(home phone) 091 348 548 cell ++++++++ ANY EXPERTS OUT THERE WHO CAN VALUE A stamp collection. i wish to sell mine. CONTACT R. ROBERTS. 64481 [B]. +++++++++++++++ For Sale Brand New Cell Phones in Box: 1 x Motorola V 3 Razor and 2 x Motorola Slim L 6 4 Head Squash Rackets 1 Second Hand lap top To view phone Clinton 091 346 221 ++++++ "I need to buy a motorised golf cart, preferably a three wheeler. Please contact Mike on Byo 242717 or e mail katsco@mweb.co.zw." ++++++++ KIDS SNOOKER TABLE SLUG TABLE STOVE ANSWERING MACHINE(MAX) COMPUTER9, WITH SPEAKERS MACROWAVE WASHING MACHINE CHILDREN CHAIRS(SUITABLE FOR CHRECH) CONTACT OLGA 09 240394/011411596/011203451/011613189 +++++++++++++ FOR ALL YOUR HONEY JEWELLERY CONTACT ME ANYTIME!!!! (BRACELETS WATCHES RINGS EARRINGS CHAINS NECKLACES ETC) CONTACT OLGA 011411596/ 09 240394 +++++++++++++++++++ I AM LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO CAN PUT RECORDINGS OF MY CHILDREN FROM VIDEO TAPES ON TO DVD, 7 SINGLES ON TO CD AND RECORD FROM DVD TO DVD. PLEASE CONTACT ME ON 091 258 531- DEBBIE +++++++++ COOKING LESSONS - For interested persons, chefs who want to improve their skills and domestics. You wont be sorry! Contact - Esme 241091 or cell 091 723 177 +++++++++ DREAMS AND WISHES BEAUTY THERAPY PRICE LIST. 1ST JANUARY, 2007 New in town and situated in pleasant surroundings in Malindela Facial $10,000.00 Manicure $ 4,000.00 Pedicure $ 4,000.00 Lash Tinting $ 2,000.00 Brow Tinting $ 2,000.00 Brow Wax $ 4,000.00 Facial Wax $ 5,000.00 ½ Leg Wax $ 8,000.00. Full Leg Wax $10,000.00 Underarm Wax $ 5,000.00 Bikini Wax $ 8,000.00 Back Treatment $ 8,000.00 Body Exfoliation $12,000.00 Hot Stone Therapy $10,000.00 Make-up $15,000.00 (bridal, trial and on the day) Pampering $65,000.00 (This includes Hot Stone, Body Exfoliation, Facial, Tinting, Manicure, Pedicure, and Make-up. Perfect as a gift for anyone!!!) Contact: Kelly on 011 212 264 or (09) 244388 (Professionally trained in all of the above in South Africa) (ITEC Qualified) Gift vouchers available. 10% Discount for pensioners. ++++++++++++ FOR SALE Household clearance sale. Lots of quality items. Oak bedside 2 draw cupboard 2 x oak Harlequin easy chairs upholstered in draylon Mukwa dressing table and stool Queen size mukwa bed base Bottle green sofa chair Mukwa tea trolley Piano stool Wooden flower stand Blue chinese lamp and shade National video recorder - front loader National 14" colour television KIC Single door upright freezer 2 x Ericsson push button telephones 2 x desk fans New 14" kids raleigh bicycle with trainer wheels Assorted framed pictures Humidifier (ideal for babies/kids) Scatter cushions, towels, pillows, double size electric blanket Lots of kitchenware, glasses, toaster (in box), coffee cup set etc Ornaments and genuine silverware Childrens toys Squash rackets Waterskis Single sleeping bags Please contact 011203399 (anytime) or 245095 (from afternoons only) if interested. ++++++++++ WANTED:- Handy man with knowledge of building, painting, carpentry and plastering. Knowledge of gardening would be an advantage. Contact: Mr. Dee on 473008-11. +++++++++++ FOR SALE: Imported Oak diningroom suite comprising of: Large expanding table 8 chairs with draylon seats Large Welsh dresser with leaded glass Serving unit Price: $3 million o.n.c.o. Only genuine interested buyers Please phone 280802 after hours ++++++++++ A LEVEL ART TUITION IF YOU ENJOY ART, ARE KEEN AND WILLING TO DEVOTE WEDNESDAY AND FRIDAY AFTERNOONS, I CAN GUARANTEE YOU A GOOD RESULT TOWARDS YOUR UNIVERSITY OR COLLEGE ENTRANCE APPLICATION. I TAKE A LIMITED NUMBER OF PUPILS. CONTACT STOKI ON 286628 STUDIO HOURS. +++++++++++++ HOLLAND & REDFERN AUCTIONS Opened from 3/1/07 - first sale 10/1/07 and entries very welcome for our first, and subsequent weekly Wednesday sales Sellers are assured that we will obtain the best possible prices on your behalf. If the auctioneer thinks he can get a higher price then your goods are 'NOT SOLD" - and put up again the following week. We pay out WITHOUT FAIL on the Tuesday following the sale. To arrange collection phone 886013 / 4 or deliver to 5 Chatham Road, Belmont, (off Fife Street extension) ++++++++++++ Looking for a jungle gym complete with slide in good condition for my daughter's 2nd birthday. Please contact Lisa on 091 972 479 or 70974 (work) if you have one for sale. +++++++++++ WANTED 1. Does anyone know where i can buy Simplicity or Style sewng patterns there is not a soul in town who sell patterns, also looking for Simplicity pattern 9449 in size 10. I also want to buy a tailors sewing dolly, the busk stand you hang your outfit on so you can do finishings, ie hems and bead work. 2. Who sells shallow plastic flower pot and tray sets, does anybody sell these, I want to use them for my Bonsai plants the measurements are rectangle pots 7 3/4 x 5 1/2 x 2 1/4 or oval shape 6x4x2 Phone or text l 091322868 +++++++++++ FOR SALE ++++++++++++ AUSTIN MINI, ENGINE IN GOOD ORDER, ALTHOUGH BODY WORK NEEDED TO TAKE AS IS - ALSO NOT RUNNING AT PRESENT H.C.O. - NO CHANCERS TEENAGE CROCHET TOPS AND SKIRTS FOR SALE RANGING FROM $8000 TO $10 000 HATS $4000 EACH CONTACT : CAROL ON TEL. 60874 DURING THE HOURS OF 8 A.M. - 5 P.M. AFTER HOURS TEL.242481 +++++++++++ FOR SALE HOME BASED CERAMIC MOULDING EQUIPMENT, INCLUDES KILN,+-20 POCKETS OF CASTING SLIP POWDER,+- 100 MOULDS AND ALL RELATED ITEMS. FOR FURTHER DETAILS CONTACT STEPHANIE. 290097/023 266 217 +++++++++ I am selling a colour printer hp deskjet 656C for $150 000.00. It's fairly new. If you are interested please phone me on 023 755 943 or email to treasured@coolgoose.co.uk . I am in Bulawayo. ++++++++++ MP3 PLAYER FOR SALE MP3 Player : CREATIVE Nomad Jukebox 3 : 20 gigabyte Very good condition. Comes with small remote, music software CD, rechargeable with own charger and a docking station. R600 or equivalent in $Zim. Tel: Les Coulson 09-288873 Cell: 011806461 ++++++++++ C A P E T O C A I R O R E S T A U R A N T Come for a LONDON PUB NIGHT on the 26th January 2006 and listen to NIEVILLE & SHAUN FORD MENU - PUB GRUB ONLY For booking please call: 09-885088 or 011 638 225 ____________ OVER NIGHT ACCOMMODATION: AFFORDABLE RATES (Bed & breakfast or self catering). FULLY EQUIPED COMFORTABLE 2-BED-ROOMED COTTAGE (sleeps 5/6) Lounge, dinning room, open plan fully equiped kitchen, with SA vivd tv & dvd, private garden with electirc gate & fence. Close proximity to town email: nhancock49@gatorzw.co.uk Tel: 240086 cell:023408975 Subject: MIKE'S KITCHEN CATERING Take a bite with Us -Delicious Snak trays for all Your Functions We also handle outside catering for weddings, 21sts etc For that function with a difference Give us a call Noeleen or Mike Tel:240086 023408975 email: nhancock49@gatorzw.co.uk +++++++++ Boat for Sale Thunderbird 74 Pound thrust bass motor Fish finder - front and back 200 Horse Power Mercury Optimax (24 hours) Smart craft gages Paid US$25000 Asking US$23000 Contact 011403078 / 011606290 +++++++++ ELECTRICIAN For all types of electrical repairs, including RADIO, TV, VCR AND HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES Will supply references/names for whom work has been completed. All enquiries Kenneth Tshuma 285649 ++++++++++ FOR HIRE For all Weddings, Birthday Parties Table Cloths, Overlays, Crockery/Cutlery, Glassware Reasonable Prices Phone: 011 220 627 / 246727 +++++++++ ADULT ART CLASSES I HAVE A FEW PLACES VACANT ON THURSDAY AND FRIDAY MORNINGS 9 AM TO 12 PM. CONTACT STOKI ON 286628 STUDIO HOURS ++++++++++++++ Household goods for sale including baby goods: Cot, camp cot, prams, car seats, baby walker, baby gym with lights and music, fisher price toys, cot bumper sets, cot mozzie nets, puzzles, toys, children’s bikes, crib light/music sensor, crib mobile, crib sheets and bedding, too much to mention. Must see. Gas Stove, electrical stove, dining room suite and server, tables, bedding, towels, Tupperware, kitchenware, entertainment centers, fans, fridges, deepfreeze, wardrobes, carpets, tools, vacuum cleaners, carpet cleaners, dressing table, drawers, dishwasher, cricket bat, golf clubs, hockey sticks, fishing rods and reels and much more. Call 230157 or 011 413 036 or 023 892791for appointment. Hurry, everything priced to go fast. +++++++++++++++ 1. WANTED Small round table with chairs Pine or glass top please phone: ALI MCNAB TEL: 023 897 682 / 230815 / 241774 ++++++++++ The Dance Academy We offer tuition in the Cecchetti Method of Classical Ballet from Baby Classes to Advanced Level and Modern / Freestyle Classes as well as Pilates and Open Modern / Contempory classes for adults. At The Dance Academy we foster the gracious discipline of dance in a structured yet fun-filled environment. Our enthusiastic, professional staff looks forward to welcoming girls and boys of all ages to our fabulous new premises at Whitestone School Hostel, Whitestone Way, Burnside, Bulawayo. For all inquiries, please contact : Robyn Smith (h) 245542 (cell) 011 881 315 ++++++++ 2. NURSERY SCHOOL ASCOT PLAY GROUP HILLSIDE "PLAY AS YOU LEARN" Well established Nursery School for children aged 1-4 years We offer home from home family environment with friendly and enthusiastic staff. Few places still available for 2007 For more information please contact: AUNTY ALI TEL: 023 897 682 / 230815 / 241774 +++++ Outside braai on stand - lid opens and closes -good condition ----------what offers? Dumbells and mens weights ---- Oil heater reduced $70t Small white fan heater reduced $30t Humidifie good con - for asthmatics and babies reduced $30t Electric fry pan reduced $30t Fax phone panasonic $100t Beauty bed reduced $15t Various travel bags and suitcases $3-7t Curtains cream a few drops new-- $8t per drop Various paintings - framed $40t each Silver milk jug and gravy boat each $6t Silver salt and pepper sets x 2 set $4t Outside table verandah ,large ,green hard plastic with screw on legs and 2 chairs and 2 cushions to match $200t Large beach umbrella or for outside garden suit $25t Electrolux electric 6 in one polisher /shampooer , reduced $150t Various cds $5t Tv Sony 20" $180t Multichoice decoder $90t Tv table $80t 2 plate hotplate new new - never used ---- $40t Gas lamp- bright light reduced $60t Pillows Phone 244496 or 011219829 by appointment ++++++++++ 1 Labrador male dog -he has been muted and his is color is white and golden,good watch dog, 7 years old ,still young and strong and in good condition well looked after , has a nice nature, loves kids and does tricks ,he is very intelligent . Is a loving dog kind nature very devoted animal to one owner .He is wanting a good home pref with his partner which is a beautiful Stafford bullterrier ,brown in color with a black face ,6 years old and a strong dog- sex-female- she is also spayed,a good watch dog and loves people . To go end Jan for both dogs please .Such good dogs cant be put down-- have to be adopted . Phone 011219829 or 244496 by appointment ++++++++ ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS PIZZAS WE ARE OPEN AGAIN FROM WEDNESDAY TO SATURDAY EVENINGS 6 TO 9 PM. IF THE WEATHER IS BAD, WE CAN MOVE THE TABLES AND CHAIRS INTO OUR SPACIOUS STUDIOS SURROUNDED BY AMAZING PAINTINGS FOR SALE. CONTACT 286628 FOR BOOKINGS OR TAKE-AWAYS +++++++++ Does anybody know where i can find the software and drivers for a sony ericsson w810i cellphone? If so please get hold of me.. Gareth - 011419921 anytime. +++++++++ Is there anyone out there that collects old coins?????????? If so please phone 230294 THANK YOU. +++++++++ FOR ALL YOUR SHOPPING FOR GROCERIES, PRESENTS AND ANYTHING THAT POPS UP.SHOPPING DONE IN BOTSWANA FOR YOU HASSLE FREE. CONTACT OLGA 011411596 OR FONZ 011613189 ++++++++ * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * INNS OF ZIMBABWE New Year Message from the Chairman Compliments of the season to you all - I hope your festive season was a great one and that you enter 2007 with determination to succeed and to meet all the challenges of present-day life head on! We in the Inns wish you much success and much happiness this year. Our festive season was a superb one - we were very busy at all our Inns and we were pleased with our Christmas and New Year’s Eve events. The rains have brought a fresh, green look to the countryside and have boosted spirits somewhat and we go into the new year determined to build on past success and provide all our guests with even higher standards of service. We look forward to being of service to you and to seeing you at our Inns many times during the coming 12 months. One thing I would like to say is that those of you intending to join us for holiday periods should book as early as possible to avoid being turned away - many folk were unable to get into our Inns during last year’s holiday periods (especially Christmas) and the answer is to get your booking in as soon as you can. Website Our website, www.innsofzimbabwe.co.zw, gives you a detailed INNsight into each of our units and also links you to our affiliates, " Friends of the Inns", in planning your holiday within Zimbabwe and for Zimbabweans wishing to holiday in South Africa, too. ++++++++++++++ N E S B I T T C A S T L E E X C I T I N G N E W A’LA CARTE M E N U COME AND ENJOY LUNCH IN OUR GARDENS OR RESTAURANT AND TASTE OUR DELICIOUS NEW RECIPES. NEW TEA MENU OUT SOON!!! To join our mailing list, simply email castlemail@gmail.com You will receive special offers and other info about Castle and menus, via email. The Nesbitt Castle 6 Percy Avenue Hillside Bulawayo Tel: +263 9 282726 Fax: + 263 9 281864 Email: nesbitt.castle@nandb.co.zw Website: www.nesbitthospitality.co.zw +++++++++ Building alterations, walling, carports and garages Please contact Mike McAllister (011613314) or 78525 +++++++ Strong good quality wooden toys made by a pensioner trying to get by. They are suitable for children aged two to five. E.g. wooden trollies containing building blocks, toy wheel barrows.....anything. Very educational, for example the bricks can be painted on request so that children can be taught colours, numbers and letters. Make ideal gifts for any occasion. Wooden rattles can be made for children aged 0 to 6 months. If you are interested and wish to place an order please contact Mr. Konig on the following numbers. Landline: 240018 Cell phone: 091 413 801 ++++++++ For all your domestic and industrial electrical requirements contact M & J Enterprises. We offer installation of generators, inverters, change over switches and supply and installation of Sollatek surge protection Systems. We do house wiring, general electrical work, industrial repairs, gate motor repairs, installations and upgrades. We are registered installers for Centurion Gate motors. We offer a top of the range service. For further information or enquiries please contact us on the following details. Office: 243122 Mrs Germain: 091 287 214 Mr. Germain: 091 287 213 ++++++ 5000Liter plastic water storage tanks for sale, brand new. Phone 011631846. Does anyone have gramophone needles they would like to sell, or would swap for gramophone spares. Phone 011631846 +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ 7 TIDBITS Take the first step in faith. You don't have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step. --Martin Luther King Jr. +++++++ True heroism is remarkably sober, very undramatic. It is not the urge to surpass all others at whatever cost, but the urge to serve others at whatever cost. --Arthur Ashe +++++++ On the 1st day of Christmas,my true love said to me, I'm glad we bought a turkey and a real Christmas tree. On the 2nd day of Christmas,much laughter could be heard, as we tucked in to our turkey,a most delicious bird. On the 3rd day of Christmas came the people from next door and the turkey tasted just as good as it had the day before. On the 4th day of Christmas poor gran was looking old so we finished up the Christmas pud and had the turkey cold. On the 5th day of Christmas,outside the snowflakes flurried but we were nice and warm inside and had the turkey curried. On the 6th day I must admit,the Christmas spirit died. The children fought and bickered,we ate turkey rissoles,fried. On the 7th day of Christmas,my true love he did wince when he sat down at the table and was offered turkey mince. Day 8 and nerves were getting frought,the dog had run for shelter. I served up turkey pancakes with a glass of Alka Seltzer. On the 9th day the cat left home and by lunchtime Dad was blotto. He said he'd had to have a drink to face turkey risotto. By the 10th day the booze had gone except our homemade brew And if that wasn't bad enough,we suffered turkey stew. On the 11th day of Christmas the Christmas tree was moulting, the mince pies were as hard as rock and the turkey was revolting. On the 12th day my true love had a smile upon his lips. The guests had gone,the turkey too and we dined on fish and chips. ANON ++++++++ INSPIRATION In one hand I have a dream, and in the other I have an obstacle. Tell me, which one grabs your attention? Henry Parks ++++++ "If you judge people, you have no time to love them." -- Mother Teresa +++++++ Ian Douglas Smith So many of you wrote asking about Mr Smith I thought I would just send a sitrep. Mr Smith is really great. He has his off days like anyone his age, but most of the time he is fine. Every now and then one of us goes too far, and 'the look' is there in a flash. He still has an absolutely incredible memory of names and events, but struggles slightly with new people and everyday stuff - especially when he is tired. Working at a Retirement Centre I can tell you that is perfectly normal. Unfortunately he does tire easily these days, so the family have regrettably had to rule out visitors completely - unless they go through Jean (Tholet). There is still the odd luncheon with the Rugby chaps, RRAF or old friends and family, and of course Mr Smith still loves coming to our Rhodie Pensioners Teas here at Nerina Gardens, but that is as far as it goes. I am sure you all agree he has more than earned his retirement. Having said that, he is always asking me what he can help me with. Wonder how many Prime Ministers you can say that about hey? This photo was taken at the Rhodes and Founders Luncheon last year when he 'smelled' a Reporter. He was right on the button of course!