MORNING MIRROR EDITION 87 29 March 2004 Virex check completed In this edition 1 WHO'S FOOLING WHO ? 2 SMALLS 3 THOUGHTS FROM ABROAD 4 CONDOLENCES 5 TIDBITS +++++++ WHO'S FOOLING WHO ? Most people look forward to Christmas, when all the children are home, there are Christmas trees and gifts. Some folk look forward to birthdays, or perhaps wedding anniversaries. Me ? I look forward to the First of April !! They say small things amuse small minds, well, that much I must admit is true, I revel in April Fools jokes. I love them, I spend all year planning pranks from the second of April onwards. Needless to say my poor family hates April Fools Day with as much passion as I love it. They of course are usually the butt of my jokes and they all start getting nervous round about now..... What on earth is mother going to do this year they groan.... No one, friends and relatives alike, comes to visit us on April the First. No one ever asks for a cup of tea on the First of April, having been through the old "enos fruit salts in the sugar basin routine". He Who Must Be Obeyed is especially wary on April The First, he always inspects the loo very carefully having been subjected to the old "cling wrap over the toilet bowl" joke. She Who Must Run writes big notes on her diary on the First of April, preparing herself for her idiotic Mum's pranks. She answers the phone with great caution and would not believe anyone, talk to anyone, listen to anyone who even remotely is connected with her misguided mother. She Who Must Sing has inherited her mothers rather perverted sense of humour and has all the makings of a prankster which fills me will motherly pride !! Even He Who Must Be Obeyed's office staff are wary on this fun filled day, no one takes calls from the tax man, the blood transfusion centre, the sales tax office or the Labour Relations Office or the C.I.O. on this day.... If you see a car driving around with an egg box balancing precariously on the roof on April The First, you can be sure there is a blond fool with a corny sense of humour behind the wheel. My Piece De Resistance Prank was of course, the year He Who Must Be Obeyed had the temerity to complain about my housekeeping once, when I served him a stale cheese roll for lunch one day. The cheek of it, I always manage to sandwich his luncheon requirements in successfully between tennis and bridge every day. So determined to effect revenge on him, I placed an advert in the Chronicle for a housekeeper with special qualities. "Busy executive requires housekeeper to manage busy household, must be able to cater for the demands of an energetic and fiery teenage daughter, must be compatible with the needs of a surly, grumpy parrot with a beak like a hawk. Must be able to cook gourmet meals for a party of 35 with an hours notice" You know, the average day in the life of the average Zimbabwe executive..." and of course I put his cell phone number in the advert. The first call came at 5.45 a.m...... and they came.... and they came... all day long until he changed his cell phone number..... but... he got the last laugh. To my absolute chagrin he came home with a beautiful 18 year old blond in tow.... and said she had applied for the job...... and undoubtedly had the best qualifications......... Sniff..... Does anyone know of any April Fools jokes for me for this year that will not backfire on me ? +++++++++ BIRDS OF A FEATHER BY WALLY LACEY After Margaret and Rick's Valentine expedition to How mine to see the Swallows, Margaret and I discussed doing a regular "birding" feature on Morning Mirror. Thanks Margaret, for the accolade, but I don't for one minute profess to be an expert (fundi) just an interested birder. We decided after a short discussion to feature birds which can be found in and around gardens throughout Zim. I will try to provide simple guidelines to enable the novice to identify different species, and also provide a list of suitable trees and shrubs which can be grown to encourage birds to visit and possibly establish themselves in the garden. Many bird species eat plants, plant parts, seeds, fruit or leaves. Several species feed on nectar and various birds feed on the insects which are eating your prized plants. Various feeding methods can be implemented to attract birds to your garden. Remember if you provide food, don't forget the water, and if you are attracting birds to your garden, be careful with the insecticides you spray around. There are a large number of insect and seed eating birds that will frequent your garden, and toxic pesticides will kill them. Therefore THINK BEFORE YOU SPRAY. I will include various natural pesticides which can be used with great success around your gardens. Remember too, to keep any pesticides, either natural or synthetic well out of reach of children and pets. Various artificial nest sites can also be introduced to make birds feel "at home". Remember that each species has it's own specific nesting requirement and will build or inhabit an artificial nest which is suitable. The first bird we are going to look at is the BLACK EYED BULBUL. (PYCNONOTUS BARBATUS). Roberts No. 568 This common resident is found throughout Zimbabwe, inhabiting most regions where there is bush and trees. Not found in evergreen forests. Commonly called the "Toppie" this cheerful fellow will be found in almost every garden. In my garden these are the first birds to be heard every morning from their perches in the Acacia tree outside my bedroom window. Listen carefully and you will hear them saying "Wake up, Gregory"! and a much repeated "Chit, chit, chit." They will gather in the garden and call loudly, discussing the days happenings, before going to roost and they will normally be the first to sound the alarm when a cat, snake, mongoose or owl appears. The bulbul feeds on a variety of food, including flowers or parts of flowers, fruit and insects. The insects are caught on the ground or by hawking (caught in the air on the wing). Fruit is normally eaten on the tree or plant, and larger fruits, are picked into whilst berries are swallowed whole. Feeding tables are excellent for these birds, and they will feed readily from them. They will eat a variety of food from these tables, including overripe fruit. What does he look like: Smallish, about 20-22cm long, with a black, slightly crested head. Dark eye, with no eye wattle (bare fleshy area around the eye). Greyish brown back and Dark Brown breast with very distinctive yellow vent (under the tail). Bill, legs and feet are black. A NATURAL INSECTICIDE/PESTICIDE PAW PAW LEAVES: You will need about 1kg of fresh Paw Paw leaves. Crumble them up and soak them for about 3 hours in 10 litres of water, to which 2 tablespoons of paraffin have been added. (Let me know you get the paraffin). Filter off after 3 hours and use on all your plants for a large variety of pests. FEEDING BIRDS IN YOUR GARDEN A surprising variety of foodstuffs can be put out in feeding trays, platforms and feeding sites to attract birds. The bigger the range of food, the bigger the variety of birds that will be attracted. All of your kitchen scraps and left-overs can be used on your feeding sites, including cereal, stale bread, cake, biscuits, pet food, cooked rice, bacon and boiled egg, to name but a few. Try to provide separate sites for the fruit eaters and seed-eaters. Bone meal from your butcher's saw will attract many insect eaters, but place this on a well elevated table to avoid your cat or dog joining in. Maggots may appear during the hot weather, but this is an added bonus to your feeding table. A point to note is that whatever feeding method you introduce to your garden, make sure that you contrive to keep the site well stocked. The birds will become reliant on this artificial food supply, and if it is discontinued the birds could possible die. If you have to go away for an extended period, ensure that someone is available to keep your feeding sites well stocked. BIRD FACT:- The most aerial land bird is the common Swift (APUS APUS), which remains airborne for 2-3 years, during which time it sleeps, drinks, eats and even mates on the wing. Hope you have many delightful hours "birding". Until next time Wally Lacey ++++++++ BREAD BUNCH THANKS TO THE BREAD BUNCH WHO GIVE GENEROUSLY TO EDITH DULY NURSING HOME THE DOLLARS THE BONNETS THE THOMPSONS THE D'AGUIARS THE WARDS THE MUSGRAVES THE STREAKS THE BANNISTERS THE THOMPSONS THE PARSONS THE BEAUMONTS THE BRICES THE NEILSONS THE NISHS THE MACDONALDS THE FARRENS THE MCKENZIES THE ROSENFELS THE BIRCHS GOD BLESS YOU ALL ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ "For Sale" Oak Kist; Monk's bench - oak; Oak bedroom suite, comprising headboard with side lockers, dressing table and stool; Oak dining-room suite, being table, six chairs with cushions and dresser; Brown draylon lounge suite, comprising three-division settee and two chairs; Adam Bede standing lamp with shade; Oak coffee table with four side tables; Double door Imperial Derby fridge/freezer; 21 inch Panasonic TV with remote, Multichoice decoder, Panasonic VCR and dish. Please phone 259787 before 4 p.m. daily" +++++++ WOOD STOVE I am looking for a wood stove in good condition. If anyone has one for sale or knows where I can get hold of one, please phone Bernita on 883916/883498 (work) or 243096 (home). Thank you. ++++ PART TIME MAID AVAILABLE Friendly, trustworthy and capable domestic worker, good with children and able to do basic cooking - available part time (3 days a week) from the last week in April. Preferably within walking distance of the Matsheumhlope area. No accommodation required. Please contact Mrs Nel Tel: 285673 ++++++ FOR SALE Safeway Car Seat 0-5yrs $600 000.00 Century Fold N Go Camp Cot with Bassinet & Change Mat $1 000 000.00 Nokia 8310 with Handset Manual & Charger $1 500 000.00 Fridge Master Fridge $3 500 000.00 Bar Counter & 4 Grass Bar stools $1 500 000.00 Phone Michelle 091 312 933 ++ I am looking for accommodation as follows: 2 bedroomed house unfurnished Must be walled Servants quarters required Close to Whitestone school Hillside, Burnside, Hillcrest, Famona Good tenant willing to maintain garden. Please contact: Coralie Landrey 091241599 or 244039 after hours. Work 886485. ++++++++ BAOBAB INTERNATIONAL HEALTHCARE PLANS Baobab is specifically designed to provide worldwide cover (excluding the USA and Canada) to persons of all nationalities and their dependents who are based in Africa. Some of the KEY FEATURES you would enjoy should you join one of the Baobab Plans are: Freedom of choice of hospital worldwide for In-Patient procedures. Out-Patient cover. Emergency Medical Evacuation including transportation and accommodation for the insured person's family. Maternity Care. Dental treatment. Personal access to the multi-lingual International Helpline 24 / 7. Preferential rates for families and companies, which are paid annually. No medical questionnaires. No permanent exclusion of pre-existing medical conditions. Claims are pre-authorized and settled direct with hospitals and clinics. For further information please contact: Lorraine Keates Consultant Ph: 745863/4 Fax: 745887 E Mail: http://us.f304.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=lorraine.keates@baobab.co.zw ++++++++++ WANTED. Lift to Harare on or near 14th, 15th or 16th May to make contact with Flight to England on 18th. Will share expenses. Phone 282308. Many thanks. Keep up the good work. ++++++ For Sale: Jacuzzi pump Bench grinder Metal Filing cabinet (4 drawer) Gun Cabinet Dress Maker's Dummy 3 Britton Door Hinges Car Vacuum Cleaner Hairdresser's Foot Stool Ruffler for Elna sewing machine with long shaft. (Will fit other machines) Two (new) blue single bed blankets What offers. Phone 243255 Between 4PM and 6PM +++++++++++++++++ Housemaid Needed: Looking for a reliable, experienced housemaid with references. Must be 35 or older. Accommodation provided. Phone 243255 between 4PM and 6PM ++++++ FOR SALE Hitachi Video with remote $800 000 parallel bars $300 000 double swing $300 000 infra red lamp $50 000 2 green (rexine) armchairs $250 000 each badminton shuttlecocks $3 000ea Tel: 233741 email: http://us.f304.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=sajuda@netconnect.co.zw +++++++ MIKE CHADWICK Those of you are are familiar with the whimsical wood carvings of MIKE CHADWICK will understand my fascination for them. Firstly can anyone tell me what became of Mike after he left Zimbabwe. Secondly if anyone has a piece or pieces they are willing to part with, I would be happy to pay generously for it (them) Please contact me on cell number 011 215 463 or e mail me, Colin Gordon, at http://us.f304.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=pc@zol.co.zw +++++++++++++ Vacancy at Garden Park Housekeeper/Matron wanted. Handy husband would be of benefit. Accommodation supplied. For further information contact :- Jennifer Stern 230084 or Jean Clarkson 230136 Bulawayo +++++ EMPLOYMENT SOUGHT I am a 42 year old qualified Electrical Technician with over twenty years of experience and I am looking for a job as a Maintenance Manager, Foreman or Chargehand. My last thirteen years have all been spent in supervisory and management positions. In addition I am also a trained and qualified ISO Quality Standards Auditor with a very strong bias to Calibration. My strong areas are Planned Maintenance, Quality Systems Management and Statistical Analysis. I can be contacted on 217319 / 091 322 941 or http://us.f304.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=bentha@technopark.co.zw +++++ name: Bill email: http://us.f304.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=Rhodesia@shaw.ca To all webmasters linked to the Rhodesian Top 50 Looks like hits4me have gone under or sold. I have now started up a new site http://www.rhodiesites.com/ You need to enter all you info again and forward the url from your homepage banner link to this http://www.rhodiesites.com/ Cheers Bill McDonald Chris Cocks bestsellers FireForce and Survival Course being re-printed as one. ++++++ Vacancy has arisen for a retired gentleman in a small electrical repair company. This position would suit someone with an electrical background , but it is not essential. Please contact Marc Mitchell on 011 402 654 or 886018. +++++++ Seeking Permanent Employment I am a 53 year old male seeking employment. I have just been made redundant without notice, as the company just decided to close the Byo Branch. I'm an ex B.S.A.P./ Z.R.P officer. with experience in Sales. and administration. I have been a branch manager in various fields since 1992. Any offers, a C.V. can be forwarded. phone 240210 or email http://us.f304.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=franmare@netconnect.co.zw Thanks F.P. Van Zyl. ++++ TROPICA NURSERY 4 Gibbs Road Glencoe Telephone 288873 We have a new consignment of plants this week. After much begging and pleading I have been sent the much sought after Gold Crest Conifer. We also have Metrodiseros (New Zealand Xmas tree) which is about to flower, Callistemon dwarf (bottlebrush) which looks good in a pot, Bougainvillea 'Purity", a new release with a green and white variegated leaf and white bracts, low growing and great in pots and many other shrubs and perennials. ++++ Childminder Required: I am looking for a childminder/domestic worker to assist with a small baby.The applicant must have experience, and traceable references, and be over 35 years of age.She will be required to assist with other staff in the general day to day running of a busy household and do some cooking/washing duties in addition to helping with the baby.A good salary and accommodation provided.Sorry no children or dependents. Start immediately. Contact http://us.f304.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=vakatsha@mweb.co.zw or 243116. ++++ ++++++ HOUSE FOR SALE ILANDA $250 million. negotiable. phone 246874. +++++++++ SCRUFTS DOG SHOW SPCA Scruffs Dog Show to raise funds for SPCA. It is on Sunday 30th May at ZITF Horse Arena. PUT THIS DATE IN YOUR DIARY +++++ kysha garden care We offer: Basic garden Maintenance (Lawn Mowing, pruning, weeding, hedge clipping etc.) Landscaping (Creating new beds, landscaping, and rejuvenating old beds) Lawnmower repairs (Electric Mowers only) Contact us on 289300, Cell- 011 412 754 +++++ name: Heather Vosloo email: http://us.f304.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=hearthvo@telconet.co.zw phone: 011 208 107 fax: 67644 LIFT REQUIRED I AM LOOKING TO ACCOMPANY ANYONE WHO IS TRAVELING TO SA ON BUSINESS OR PLEASURE FOR PERIODS OF 2 TO 3 DAYS, OR OVER WEEKENDS, WOULD LIKE TO VISIT FAMILY CELL 011 208 107 ++++++++++++ Thanks so much to off2africa for donation to charity visit http://www.off2africa.com/ or phone Harare 252710-3 and talk to Justine ++++++++++ SEEKING FOR GARDEN PARK 1) suitable stones for rockeries 2) aloes 3) garden equipment and furniture 4) Allanscythe (or similar) to keep the grass under control. Phone numbers are: Mornings 254049 Evenings 230474 Thank you to everyone ++++++ Grateful thanks to John Staal who spent a considerable amount of time and money to secure the home of an elderly lady by fixing her burglar bars. Thank you John. +++++++++ EMPLOYMENT SOUGHT " Mature, honest and reliable lady with 27 years experience as Secretary to the Manager is seeking employment. Computer literate in Microsoft Word and Excel. I would be interested in an administrative or secretarial position." Contact number 60861 or cell # 023-258034 Mrs G Blencoe +++++++ EDUCATIONAL NEEDS Flora Eley is selling second-hand educational materials and teaching apparatus suitable for schools, teachers or parents. There are reference books, school maths/ English text books and a great range of lovely imported children's reading books. Included are new Smile educational toys, which can be ordered. Please call in at Eley Education, 5/6 Silver Oaks 14th Ave Josiah Tongogara. Telephone 66703 or 70749. You can also contact Flora on 011209949. +++++++++++ PART TIME DOMESTIC WORKER AVAILABLE I have recently moved from a large house into a small cottage and my maid no longer has enough to keep her busy full time. She is available for part-time house work (she does not cook), either part of a day or part of a week or whatever. If anyone is interested, her working hours could be negotiated with me and with her to come to a suitable arrangement. I now live in Fortunes Gate where she is also resident. Telephone 091 247171. +++++ Wanted Administration Manager for well developed intensive Crop Farm in Matabeleland North. Duties would include:- The overseeing of a small administrative staff, wages, petty cash, general admin duties, the control of issues and receipts of all farm stock, including fuel, chemicals, fertilizers etc. plus monitoring of crops sold, the sourcing of inputs. The incumbent would work directly for the General Manager. The position would suit either a single person or a married couple, young or old, who would like to live out of town in congenial surroundings. In return we offer the usual form perks, including a pick-up, house, 2 servants, water, lights, etc, and a competitive salary. Contact Peter Evans on 085-309 (evenings), or Rowena on 09-63591 or write to +++++++ GLENRAND MIB HAS MOVED Glenrand MIB Unit 5 & 7 Aida Court Windsor Park Famona Bulawayo P.O. Box 3676 Tel: 888204/5, 880272 +++++++++ FOR SALE I have a Japanese Nissan Pulsar for sale. White in colour with Mag wheels. Power Steering Electric Windows Air Conditioner All Carbon Tax, license disk paid for until July 2004. Please contact : 011 617 043 H.C.O. ++++ For Sale Fridge for sale - Needs re-gassing - H.C.O. Lounge Suite - Good Condition - 3 Seater, 2 Seater and Single Seater - H.C.O. Contact : 011 617 043 Looking for : BACCARDI Breezes or similar bottles Jam Jars Old White Sheets WILL PAY! CONTACT : 011 617 043 ++++ URGENTLY REQUIRED, WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT, EITHER TEMPORARILY OR PERMANENTLY, BY PRIVATE SCHOOL IN HARARE, "A" LEVEL and/or "O" LEVEL CHEMISTRY TEACHER. Please contact: The Headmaster Tel: 724650/704064 After hours: 722865 ++++++ FOR HIRE: Small hall (accommodating +/- 40 persons) with kitchen and toilet facilities, suitable for use as a crèche or for meetings, clubs, exercise classes, etc. etc. Large grounds with parking space and security. Situated at "Robert Tredgold Centre" No. 10, 18th Avenue, Matopos Road, Famona. Interested parties should apply to the Toc H Office Regarding the advert for the hire of the Toc H Hall, would it be possible, please, to insert "Robert Tredgold Centre" in the address (before No. 10 18th Ave)....? Telephone 66720 - Monday, Wednesday and Thursday Mornings between 9am and 12 noon. +++++++ The following motors spares are available at very affordable prices. We also order on request all types of motors spares and accessories. Currently available are the following spares for Mazda 323 and B1800 Thrust Bearings Gasket Kit Liner Kit Engine Bearings Pistons and Rings Clutch Plate Starter Motor Head Gasket Idler Arm Rocker Arm Head Lamps Corner Lamps Halogen Bulbs View Mirrors Wheel Bearing Kits JUST PLACE AN ORDER OF WHAT YOU REQUIRE, AND WE WILL DELIVER. For more details contact: http://us.f304.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=leodistributors@yahoo.com or Cell 023 755 943 or Tel 09 403654 ++++++ CHIPANGALI'S CARNIVORES ARE HUNGRY We are having trouble finding meat for our carnivore population here at Chipangali Wildlife Orphanage. Whilst meat donations are preferable, we can also contribute a little financially if absolutely necessary. However, we simply cannot find anyone with any meat these days, whether at a cost or as a donation. I was wondering if you know of anyone (for example: farmers, butchers, abattoirs, feed lots, game ranches, safari companies) who might be able to help us on a day to day or weekly basis. The kind of meat we are looking for is donkey, cattle, goat, sheep, horse, ostrich, all other game (impala, kudu, etc), elephant, etc. Pork, being particularly fatty, does not agree with our animals' constitution so this is not sought. Pet mince is also suitable, both before & after its sell-by date. This meat could come, for example, by way of livestock dying through natural causes or being slaughtered (no anthrax or other diseases of course please), culling, problem animals being destroyed by farmers, condemned meat (ie meat that has gone past its sell-by date for human consumption) which could be through your local butcher or supermarket. Any amount of meat will be gratefully received as we have many small carnivores & birds of prey, as well as the very large. I should be most grateful for any help or contacts you are able to give us at this time. Many thanks once again for all your support further to our Dark Clouds email. The response worldwide has been phenomenal & all here at Chipangali are overwhelmed with emotion. Thank you so much for your time. Zoë http://us.f304.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=chipanga@ecoweb.co.zw ++++++ Dear Animal Lover I cannot thank you enough for your very quick response to our Dark Clouds email. We have been absolutely overwhelmed with such wonderful gestures from all over the world, many from right here in Zimbabwe, which is just fantastic. Many of our orphans are being adopted, generous donations are being sent to us, people are raising money for us in many interesting personal endeavours, whilst others are offering to give us building materials to assist with desperately needed renovations. This great response has of course meant that I am currently tied to the desk answering everyone individually, which really is such a pleasure, but takes time. So please do be patient as someone from Chipangali will be replying to you on a more personal level within the next few days. Your enthusiasm is so very much appreciated. Even at this very early stage, it does seem as though Chipangali Wildlife Orphanage & all its beautiful creatures will be saved, thanks only to the kindness of people like yourself. Thank you so much once again & one of our team will definitely be in touch with you again in a few days time. With warm regards Zoë ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Chipangali Wildlife Adoptions Attention : Zoë Lapthorn PO Box 1057, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe Phone: 00263-9-287739/40 Fax: 00263-9-287741 www.chipangali.com ++++++++++ SMALLS WRS HOSTESS WAGON - EXCELLENT CONDITION $750,000 WRS HOSTESS TROLLEY - MISSING 2 DISHES 650,000 SALTON HOT TRAY 400,000 BRAUM SOFT DIFFUSER - DUO - PX 1200 DFW5 180,000 As new - in original box CLAIROL FREE CURL CORDLESS - GAS - STYLING TONGS 250,000 As new - in original box PHILLIPS JET SET CORDLESS - GAS - HOT BRUSH 160,000 PHONE : 241277 NORMAN MUMFORD OR SANDY LINDER ++++++ PRAM OR PUSH CHAIR WANTED Looking for an old pram or push chair for an African girl. This girl has twin babies and carries 1 on her back and 1 in her arms. Sheila can be contacted on 241938. ++++++ STAMPS Wanted FULL SHEETS of Rhodesia stamps will pay in any currency USD, British Pounds etc. must be full sheets of Rhodesia any sheets at all but not singles and covers thanks please contact me email http://us.f304.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=shanewheeler@msn.com ++++++ Maggie, Maggie, Maggie As jy spoeg sal ek jou spook Your not so so spooky friend Bertha +++++ HOSPICE NEEDS YOUR HELP PLEASE ASK ANY CAPETOWN RESIDENT WHO HAS EVER BEEN CONNECTED IN ANY WAY TO BULAWAYO TO SUPPORT US AND TO FORWARD THIS ON TO ANY OTHER PERSON IN THEIR E-MAIL ADDRESS BOOK TOO. On April 10th a team of volunteer runners from Bulawayo will be running the 2 Oceans race on our behalf in an effort to raise money to replace two of the Hospice cars which are becoming increasingly unroadworthy. These amazing people have already begun getting sponsorship this end but what we need now is to boost the Cape Town end too if we are to achieve our target. Thanks to Sue Kaufman and Tony and Merle Weissenbacher ( of Brookes fame) who now run the Peace River Trading Store at Greenpoint, we have begun to ask the many people now living in the Cape who either grew up here, have relatives and friends still living here or simply want to help our cause....so many people do express through prayer and messages their continuing support of our battle to keep going....to either give a donation or sponsor one of the runners participating. The names of the runners are ; Charlie Trollope, Pete Tipler, Sean Day, Andre Zietsman, Trev Thompson, Ann Walder,Sharon Stead, Phil Stead, Cedric Wilder, Kieron Walsh, Lori Reynolds, Cedric Van Der Horne, Bridget from Gweru and Cliff Fourie. So what can you do? Ask your Cape Town e-mail friend to contact Sue Kaufman 4397238 and either offer to help with the organisation or sponsorship; and also ,of course, go along to the race and give our guys and gals a big cheer. They will be wearing Hospice blue T shirts with our logo at the commencement of the race.And of course they can pass this message on to any other Bulawayo sympathisers living in Cape Town too. 18 months ago it was costing us about $250 000 max. per month to keep 4 nurses on the road, supply the drugs, run training sessions and etc. And this amount was raised from the generosity of the people in Bulawayo themselves with Christmas card recycling, bridge drives, cake sales and so forth. This month our costs rose to $ 6.2 million per month to maintain the same standards the public have the right to expect. And you must remember that we serve all of the community...the young as well as the old, all creeds, all races; this is truly an all encompassing, all caring organisation.But we Bulawayo people are all stretched to our limits now, coping with our own economic hardships as well as trying to shore up all the other charities which so desperately need help. So if you have happy memories of the sunny carefree days you spent growing up in this still beautiful city and you want to join us in our ongoing fight to show the rest of Africa that we still truly care for each other, then please assist us in any way that you can. Thank you and May God Bless you all. Jeannie Pritchard Chairperson, Bulawayo Island Hospice. ++++++++ MAID/CHILDMINDER REQUIRED A.S.A.P I have four children and am looking for a well spoken, dependable maid who is fond of children. She will be required to keep my home in a clean and orderly state as well as take good care of the children when necessary. Accommodation is available on the premises and I am offering $75,000 (plus benefits) per month to commence with. If you know of and can recommend a maid would suit my requirements - please contact me on: 470481 up to 5 - work (mornings) 280863 home or contact me on my e-mail address being 'http://us.f304.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=bionj@acolchem.co.zw +++++++ Is there anyone moving to South Africa who could accommodate a piano among their goods and chattels? Obviously we would pay all costs involved. I'm hoping for several responses as there are actually two pianos I need to move! Please contact Carole Johnstone at 244155 or http://us.f304.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=rosslyn@gatorzw.com. ++++++++ NEWS FROM ABROAD Dear Raylene You asked if there was anyone in Harare who would be able to care for your Ouma. We as a church have a wonderful Caring Team who visit the elderly every week, we also run a Senior Citizens Coffee Club once a month as well as a programme called Homemakers. Our Caring Team are also in a position to help purchase groceries etc if needed. The team also help with medical needs as well. We have a bank account in the UK where money could be deposited or you could just send us money and we will change it through our bank. No matter what route you use we will only use the funds according to your instructions. Please can you give me the details of how to get hold of your Ouma and how we can introduce ourselves. Our Caring Team members are Onia Potter, Jackie Robinson, Carole Dickinson and Beryl Smith. God bless Gary Cross +++++++++++++ "Ghost Rowers of the Atlantic" as the Overseas Papers called them Brett Sparrow and Scott Wonenberg reached their destination in Barbados on the 9th March after been on the water for 47 days. If they were in the race they would have won as the winners took 48 days. A very good effort on their part, they certainly received a lot of publicity for themselves and Zimbabwe. If anyone would like the complete and amazing story of these two incredible young men, and photos, please e mail me at http://us.f304.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=magskriel@mac.com +++++++ A number of people have expressed concern over a story which has been circulating about children abandoned at the airport by parents leaving the country. Can anyone confirm these incidents ? http://us.f304.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=mwilson@netconnect.co.zw ++++++++++++ BULAWAYO PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA NEXT CONCERT SATURDAY 27 MARCH 8.15 P.M. AT THE ROBERT SIBSON HALL, ACADEMY OF MUSIC. THE PROGRAMME WILL BE CONDUCTED BY MRS SHIRLEY SMITH. THE BPO WILL BE JOINED BY BUDDING YOUNG MUSICIANS FROM BULAWAYO SCHOOLS. THE MUSIC WILL INCLUDE MOZART'S OVERTURE, MARRIAGE OF FIGARO, MUSIC BY HAYDN, THE THIRD MOVEMENT OF SCHUBERT'S SYMPHONY NUMBER 5. PARTS OF TCHAIKOVSKY'S NUTCRACKER SUITE AMONGST OTHER ITEMS. +++++++ HIGHLY RECOMMENDED AND AVAILABLE FOR EMPLOYMENT IS JOEL MALUNGA - EXCELLENT COOK AND GENERAL HOUSEKEEPER, HONOURABLE, HONEST AND LOYAL. PLEASE TELEPHONE MRS FEIGENBAUM TELEPHONE 238395. ++++++++ name: Dave Brown email: http://us.f304.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=dbrown4575@hotmail.com phone: 07734565051 I left Bulawayo in 1984 after working there for 2 years. I was told when I was there that once it is in your blood it will always be there but I never believed that. I DO NOW ! Unfortunately I lost touch with the real good friends I made while I was there. Do you think you could help? I've tried everything. If you need anymore information then please e mail me and i will give you anything you need to know. I would be eternally grateful for any help you could give. Thanks Dave Brown ++++++++ From: Sisa Hwalima Date: March 26, 2004 7:52:30 PM GMT+02:00 To: Margaret Kriel Subject: Re: Mirror 86 Hie Margaret, you are doing a good job, I live in the uk and look forward to you regular newsletter. Keep up the good work. I am looking for a flat to buy in the Ascot Tower, would be interested to have some contacts to register my interest. Thanks Sisa ++++++++ CONGRATULATIONS A lovely baby boy Edward James Taylor was born on the 18th Feb in Jhb and Jane is now back in Bulawayo at home. ++++++ ENGAGEMENTS VAN DER WALT - STEPHENS Ryan, only son of Ivan & Cheryl to Sherrylee, eldest daughter of Reg & Charmaine. Congratulations - it's about time you two. We are so happy! All our love Mom & Dad, Chanty, Russell, Bianca & Jordan. +++++++++ CONDOLENCES OPAH THUSHI SARAH GRANGER +++++++++++ OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES TO SHIRLEY, LESLEY AND ADRIAN SMITH ON THE DEATH OF THEIR MUCH LOVED HUSBAND AND FATHER BASIL SMITH. FROM CHAIRMAN AND BOARD OF GOVERNORS OF GIRLS' COLLEGE IN BULAWAYO ++++++++ name: Debbie Martin email: http://us.f304.mail.yahoo.com/ym/Compose?To=dmmartin@ihug.co.nz phone: (03) 4891079 Condolences Brian Nixon - Much loved father of Debbie, father-in-law of Denis and Granddad of Jack and Enya (who he never met). Moved on to a better place on Tuesday 16th March. Dad, you will be sorely missed. ++++++++++++ "Arthur Gower - Deepest sympathy to Peggy, Louise & Family - George & Sandy Dietrechsen, Johannesburg". +++++++++ GOWER FAMILY I am totally shattered about Arthur Gower known him since he was "knee high to a grasshopper" what on earth happened?? I would like an e-mail add for Louise if thats possible or an address so that I can write...it minds boggling and if you are able please please send our loving sympathy.. Thank you Love Jean (Tuckey)