Bulawayo Morning Mirror Edition 1111 - 28/05/2025 www.morningmirror.africanherd.com Morning Mirror is a publication run for the benefit of Bulawayo's only geriatric and frail care home - the Edith Duly Nursing home ++++ WATCH DOG ++++ Editorial EDITORIAL A Bygone Elegance I was rummaging around in the linen cupboard yesterday and came across a whole shelf of the most exquisite table cloths that my late Mom had hand made, stitch by perfect stitch, many years ago. The term Maderia Work stuck in my mind but on consulting Grok, he showed instances of Madeira work in various stunning bright colours, now Mom's beautiful cloths were only done on linen and in one colour only, I suppose ecru would be a fair description of the colour Madeira embroidery is characterised by its meticulous techniques, showcasing a needlework mastery. The artisans employ a variety of stitches, including satin stitch, stem stitch, and bullion stitch, to create intricate patterns and designs. The table cloths are magnificent, hours and hours, eons of patient, exquisite, painstaking work. The table cloths have obviously been well used too, as the original Earl Grey tea stains have lasted well, they probably didn't have ''Jik way back when life was gracious and genteel!! There is one magnificent cloth that is incomplete, I guess Mom's eyes could not keep up with this minuscule needlework. Sadly this incredible talent and skill was not passed down to any offspring and although we did sewing at school, embroidery was not included in the syllabus. Moving along the shelf, I came across a stack of fabulous crochet cloths, still pristine, I felt a pang of guilt that I had not showcased Moms talents to my peers, resorting rather to modern trends in table cloths, heavy forbid there is also a plastic cloth in my collection (blush). I wondered idly what my girls would do if I bequeathed these treasures to them Somehow I shuddered at the thought of these precious antiquities in a washing machine But I know my girls will realise the sentimental value of these outstanding works of art. ++++ 2) Condolences/In Memoriam/Wreath Funds Jill Wild You left us on May 23rd in your time of trial. Our lives go on without you , but nothing is the same. We have to hide our heartaches , when someone speaks your name. Sad are the hearts that love you , silent the tears that fall. Living our lives without you , is the hardest part of all. You did so many things for us , your heart was kind and true. And when we needed someone , we could always count on you. The special years will not return , when we were all together. But with the love within our hearts , you will walk with us forever. Miss you so badly. Allan. ++++ Margaret Ingrid Fitzroy Henning, nee Bancroft: [27 July, 1945 - 13 May 2025] Much loved cousin of Dave Goldhawk and Wendy Jennings. Sincere condolences to her daughters Sandra and Marie-Louise, and her brother Tony Bancroft. ++++ George Whales Senior passed away last night. He owned Supreme Sales for all those years in 70's and eighties having bought it from its founders who started in the 60's. Father of Colleen and George. George went to live in Bulgaria but talked about Bulawayo and especially Matobo, which he loved, every day. Rip George. Dave Mouatt ++++ Talia Naidoo Our Community is devastated at the loss of Talia Naidoo, youngest daughter of Donovan and Yasmin. We are all together in holding you in our thoughts and prayers ++++ 3) Congratulations ++++ 4) Notices and Events ZIMBABWE ACADEMY OF MUSIC Tel: 2260684 / 2267195 E-mail: music@gatorzw.co.uk Please note some changes of date; the Marimba Festival will now take place in late July. THURSDAY 29 MAY AT 6.30 P.M. THE TUNNEL: VENGEANCE - PART 3 In the final episodes, Karl makes a disturbing discovery at Elise's apartment before the two face a tense and gripping showdown with the Pied Piper and the truth about the Moreau abduction is revealed at last. The Tunnel: Vengeance has a chemistry that will keep you coming back. [The Telegraph] Gripping drama. [Mail on Sunday] Admission: $3.00 [free to Film members] THURSDAY 5 JUNE AT 6.30 P.M. BLACK BOOK Black Book is a 2006 war drama thriller film based on several true events and characters. Rachel Stein is hiding in rural Holland in the final stages of the war. When her foster home is destroyed by a bomb, she is rescued by a Resistance fighter and she meets Mr Smaal a lawyer helping rich Jews escape. But the planned escape ends in slaughter, including Rachel's family. She joins the Resistance and becomes involved with a high ranking SS officer Ludwig Muntze, hoping to gather useful information... A furious mix of sex, violence and moral relativism, Black Book is shamelessly entertaining melodrama. [Rotten Tomatoes] Black Book is great fun, an old-fashioned war movie in parts, but with deep undercurrents about fugitive Jews, the Resistance, collaborators and the messy politics of war. [The Observer:] Just for starters, no movie about the Dutch Resistance during World War II has any right to be this wildly entertaining, not to mention this provocative and potently erotic. [Time Out] Stylish, sexy and violent World War Two espionage adventure. [Sunday Mirror] It's a bombshell of a film, riveting from start to finish and great entertainment to boot. [Urban Cinefile] Admission: $3.00 [free to Film members] FRIDAY 6 JUNE AT 6.30 P.M. BIZET: LES PECHEURS DE PERLES Georges Bizet died on 3 June 1875 and Les pecheurs de perles (The Pearl Fishers) is the best known of his operas other than Carmen. Set in ancient times on the island of Ceylon, it tells the story of how two men's vow of eternal friendship is threatened by their love for the same woman, whose own dilemma is the conflict between secular love and her sacred oath as a priestess. The friendship duet 'Au fond du temple saint', generally known as 'The Pearl Fishers Duet', is one of the best-known in all opera. There's a trio of superb singers Damrau's Leila is manifestly a real woman with real desires and demons and Polenzani surely has one of the most beautiful lyric voices around, but it's Mariusz Kwiecien's Zurga who gives the production its real dramatic impetus. [Presto Music] The Met has thrown everything they have at Les Pecheurs de Perles (the consensus runner-up to Carmen, in Bizet's canon). The current new production serves as a vehicle for star soprano Diana Damrau. And filling out the scenario's love-triangle concept are a pair of top-tier voices belonging baritone Mariusz Kwiecien and tenor Matthew Polenzani. [The Guardian] This must be regarded as one of the most consistently fine casts that the Pearl Fishers has received over the years and in summation it is a quite simply marvellous re-imagining of Bizet's beautifully perfumed score. [MusicWeb International] Admission: $3.00 [free to Red Carpet members] THEREAFTER Thursday 12 June The Shallows Friday 13 June The Carman - Ballet Thursday 19 June The Blues Brothers Friday 20 June Organ Recital - St.John's Cathedral ++++ 5) Roses And Raspberries ++++ 6) Pets Column ++++ 8) Bulawayo News ++++ 9) Harare And Gweru News ++++ 10) Wining, Dining and Coffee Houses ++++ 11) Property For Sale or to Rent RODOR PROPERTIES (PRIVATE) LIMITED 5A, 9TH AVENUE, BULAWAYO PROPERTIES FOR SALE BELLEVUE: A brick-under-IBR home featuring three bedrooms, a family bathroom, separate toilet, lounge, dining room, a kitchen, and veranda. The property also includes a one-bedroom cottage, double garage, a borehole, and water tank with a stand. It is situated on a 2,974 square metre stand, secured with a wall, large main gate, and a pedestrian entrance. The main house is equipped with a solar geyser and solar panels (requires a full solar system). Conveniently located near the Bellevue Shopping Centre, Plumtree Road and 6.5km from the CBD. US$85,000-00 (NEGOTIABLE) GWABALANDA: A brick-under-asbestos house featuring three bedrooms, one bathroom, and a separate toilet. The combined lounge and dining area is perfect for family time, and the kitchen provides ample space for preparing meals. Outside, is a veranda, double garage, water tank with a stand. The total stand size is 362 square metres, and it is walled and gated. US$45,000-00 (NEGOTIABLE) BURNSIDE: This exceptionally beautiful home is situated near the Hillside Dams Conservancy. The main house is fully air-conditioned and features four bedrooms, three of which have en-suites, along with a spacious fourth bathroom. It also boasts a spacious open-plan kitchen, equipped with an oven and hob, a lounge with a fireplace and bar, a dining room with its own fireplace, a sun lounge, a family bathroom, a separate toilet, and a front veranda. Outside, you'll find a swimming pool, a thatched gazebo with a pizza oven and seating area, an entertainment deck, a braai area, a backyard beach, a borehole, a paved driveway, a water tank, five carports, a one-bedroom cottage, and staff quarters. The property is adjacent to a dam, fully walled and gated, and measures 4,367 square metres. US$340,000-00 (NEGOTIABLE) -------AND MANY MORE !!!!----- SALES, VALUATIONS AND ESTIMATES Want to sell We can assist you with an estimation of the value of your property. We are registered with the Valuers Council of Zimbabwe, and offer a complete and efficient service of Property Valuation for any purpose. We have properties for sale in Bulawayo, Harare, Beitbridge, Binga, Hwange, Mlibizi, Mutare, Redcliff, and Plumtree. High/ low density, residential, commercial, and vacation homes. Ranging from US$25,000 - US$1,400,000. For these, and other properties for sale, Phone (029) 2274581/3 (Landline). Call: Tino: 0776592440/ Bryan: 0772238431/ Jenny: 0774394041/ Crystal: 0788470663. Email: tino@rodor.co.zw Visit Our Website: www.rodorbyo.co.zw For Valuations, phone (029) 2274581/3 (landline) or email tino@rodor.co.zw/ bryan@rodor.co.zw/ jschoultz@rodor.co.zw / crystal@rodor.co.zw PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Our Property Management staff will be happy to assist you in securing suitable tenants for your property, and managing it thereafter. HOUSES/FLATS TO LET FORTUNES GATE: Attractive home on 5 acre stand, Rent US$1,200-00/ month. Immediate Occupation SAUERSTOWN: 2 bedroomed flat, Rent US$350-00/ month. Immediate occupation. QUEENS PARK WEST: 3 bedroomed house, Rent US$400-00/ month. Immediate Occupation. RICHMOND: 3 bedroomed house, Recently built, Rent US$600-00/ month. Immediate occupation GUMTREE: Small holding, 17.5 acres, 4 bedroomed house, chicken run (12x12), Rent US$550-00/ month. Immediate Occupation. WOODVILLE: 3 bedroomed house, Rent US$400-00/ month. Immediate Occupation. 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E-mail to resrents@rodor.co.zw or letting@rodor.co.zw, or visit our offices at 5a 9th avenue, between Robert Mugabe Way and Josiah Tongogara Street. HOURS OF BUSINESS: MONDAY TO FRIDAY 8A.M. - 4.30P.M. SATURDAYS 8A.M. - 11A.M. FOR YOUR CONVENIENCE WE NEED PROPERTIES FOR SALE AND TO RENT FOR REGISTERED BUYERS AND TENANTS. ALL VIEWERS ARE ACCOMPANIED BY A MEMBER OF OUR STAFF. ++++ WORKSHOP AVAILABLE TO RENT Belmont area close to town and very secure. Available 1st April 2025 Viewing by appointment only Rental to be discussed during viewing Email: masterstouchconsultancy@gmail.com ++++ Two bedroomed cottage wanted in any area. Budget is USD$150 to USD$200. Please WhatsApp Ms Reid on +263779705702 with details of your cottage. ++++ ZETH SEW ARTISTRY For all your curtains, interior deco and upholstery, curtains, blinds, rails, rods, car seats, roof linings, door panels, floor mats. 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If you're willing to help, I'll share the limited information I have. Thank you for considering my request. Best regards Maxine Hall +263 774 383 008 maxinedivine77@gmail.com ++++ Does anyone know the whereabouts of Paul Watson He is believed to be working on a chicken farm outside Harare. If anyone knows him please contact me. norman.spagliardi@gmail.com ++++ Pat Aylen is looking for information on Jimmy Gilchrist. Jimmy was somewhat of a legend in Bulawayo and lived at Fortunes Gate. I anyone has news of Jimmy, Puck and their daughter (Lindsay ) could they perhaps contact Pat Thank you pat@aylen.plus.com ++++ 20) Situations Wanted and Situations Vacant Seeking a domestic worker. Work days Monday Tuesday Thursday, Friday, no weekends, good conditions. Live out position. zlattnerh@gmail.com ++++ Lady seeking office position as a Receptionist/Secretary/Assistant. Computer literate and willing to learn other duties, available immediately. Preferably in or close to town or transport provided. Contact : 0774085599 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT A young gentleman of sober habits seeks a position as a motor mechanic in training, holder of a class2 drivers licence, 5 years experience in motor mechanic field. Available to start immediately Please contact 0778684134 ++++ 1. Looking for a versatile young person with personnel management experience. Should be familiar with NEC mining regulations. An added advantage will be a bookkeeping background and the ability to use pastel software package 2.Looking for an accounts clerk with experience up to trial balance level. Must hold an accounting qualification and be able to work remotely. Knowledge of pastel will be favourable advantage Interested persons can send applications to fasapplication@gmail.com ++++ Are you looking for a driver Dumisani has references and an advanced driving certificate. A very pleasant man with a family. Please mobile 0773681650 ++++ Mature lady. 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Contact Lavender on 0775901464. ++++++ Adrian Bolze is a professional tree cutter. His team is excellent, fast and reliable. Mobile 071 240 4987 ++++ ANTE NATAL CLASSES AND BABY VACCINATIONS I teach a set of 4 classes covering pregnancy, labour, baby care, breastfeeding and other information. I also do a "crash course" for out of towners. These classes are valuable even if you're having an elective CAESAREAN SECTION!! Please book early. (I work part time at my BABY CLINIC doing vaccinations and growth monitoring :-) Appointments are essential. For any further information contact SISTER JAN JOHNSTON on 0292466741/2 from 8 am til 12 pm Mon to Fri or 0292237240, 0712 728 350 or 0772 749 749 (w/app) or email me on jicsj@yoafrica.com or janfjohnston8@gmail.com ++++ 22) Health And Beauty PROFESSIONAL MASSEUSE Tired tense why not relax with massage and tone muscles leaving you with a renewed energy. This can all be done in the comfort of your home. 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