Morning Mirror Edition 833 -28/05/2019 MORNING MIRROR WEBSITE www.morningmirror.africanherd.com Look out for us on Facebook! The Official Morning Mirror Facebook Group. Please contact magskriel@mac.com for information on how to place your advert. Morning Mirror is a publication run for the benefit of Bulawayo's only geriatric and frail care home. EDITORIAL MID-LIFE CRISIS !! I can almost feel myself losing weight.... by writing this down..... I've seen two shows lately that went on and on about how mid-life is a great time for women. Just last week Oprah had a whole show on how great menopause will be.... phuleeeeeeeze! I've had a few thoughts of my own and would like to share them with you. Whether you are pushing 40, 50, 60,70 or 80 (or maybe even just pushing your luck) you'll probably relate. Mid-life is when the growth of hair on our legs slows down. This gives us plenty of time to care for our newly acquired moustache. In mid-life women no longer have upper arms, we have wingspans. We are no longer women in sleeveless shirts, we are flying squirrels in drag. Mid-life is when you can stand naked in front of a mirror and you can see your rear without turning around. Mid-life is when you go for a mammogram and you realise that this is the only time someone will ask you to appear topless. Mid-life is when you want to grab every firm young lovely in a tube top and scream, "Listen honey, even the Roman empire fell and those will too." Mid-life brings wisdom to know that life throws us curves and we're sitting on our biggest ones. Mid-life is when you look at your-know-it-all, beeper-wearing teenager and think: "For this I have stretch marks " In mid-life your memory starts to go. In fact the only thing we can retain is water. Mid-life means that you become more reflective...You start pondering the "big" questions. What is life Why am I here How much Healthy Choice ice cream can I eat before it's no longer a healthy choice But mid-life also brings with it an appreciation for what is important. We realise that breasts sag, hips expand and chins double, but our loved ones make the journey worthwhile. Would any of you trade the knowledge that you have! now for the body you had way back when Maybe our bodies simply have to expand to hold all the wisdom and love we've acquired. That's my philosophy and I'm sticking to it! Read this out to four women and you will lose two pounds. Send this to all the women you know (or ever knew), and you will lose 10 pounds. If you delete this message, you will gain 10 pounds immediately. Anon ++++ Watchdog !! ++++ 2) Notices and Events WHAT'S ON AT THE BULAWAYO THEATRE 24TH & 25TH MAY - SUNDUZA DANCE THEATRE PRESENTS "ADVENTURES OF ROBERT MOFFAT" A MAGNIFICENT MUSICAL FROM THE GLASTONBURY AND EDINGBURGH FESTIVALS. FRIDAY 24TH MAY - 2 PM & 6.30 PM SATURDAY 25TH MAY - 6.30 PM TICKETS - $5 - STUDENTS IN UNIFORM - $2 BOOKING: TEL 0775941200 31ST MAY & 1ST JUNE - LYF STYLE DANCE CO. PRESENTS "RHYTHM RECONSTRUCTED" "MY CULTURE MY DANCE" 31ST MAY - PERFORMANCE - 6.45 PM 1ST JUNE - PERFORMANCE - 6.45 PM BOOKING AT THE THEATRE - TICKETS $10 (BOND/ECOCASH) ++++ THE ACADEMY AND PERFORMING ARTS BULAWAYO ALL EVENTS IN THE ROBERT SIBSON HALL THURSDAY 30 MAY AT 7.00 P.M. TROY Loosely adapted from Homer's great epic 'The Iliad' and starring Orlando Bloom, Brad Pitt, Eric Bana and Diane Kruger) 'TROY' follows the assault on the city by the Greek forces and chronicles the fates of the men and women involved. 'Spectacular production offers battle scenes unlike any ever staged before, but it's the well-defined characters (and a gallery of strong performances) that make this so compelling.' [Maltin's Movie Guide] 'It's massive, opulent, passionate and surprisingly intelligent.' [Observer] Admission: $4.00 [free to Film members] FRIDAY 31 MAY AT 7.00 P.M. BERLIOZ: THE TROJANS, PART 1 - THE FALL OF TROY 'The Trojans' is Berlioz's most ambitious work, the summation of his entire artistic career, the result of the passion of a lifetime and the culmination of his literary love affair with Virgil's 'Aeneid' and its two tragic heroines, Cassandra and Dido. Ranging from fiery military marches to intense choruses, passionate soliloquies and the lyrical love duets of Dido and Aeneas, the opera is a tour de force.David McVicar's staging for the Royal Opera House in June 2012 was on an enormous scale, assembling one of the largest casts ever seen at Covent Garden, and the work was given absolutely complete including the ballet sequences demanded by French Grand Opera so that with intervals the evening ran for five-and-three-quarter hours. At the Academy the opera will be shown over two evenings [Part 2 on Friday 7 June] with due apologies to the shade of Berlioz! 'This was one of the operatic highlights of 2012 and it retains much of its impact in this excellent DVD transfer.' [Presto Classics] 'Staggering in scale and numbers, this production is a mighty spectacle supporting 134 artists on stage and over 100 musicians in the pit. And the vast resources have been turned into something memorable.' [bachtrack.com] Admission: $4.00 [free to Red Carpet members] THURSDAYS 6 JUNE AT 7.00 P.M. THE LONGEST DAY The sixth of June is the 75th anniversary of D-Day and The Longest Day is a mammoth, all-star re-creation of the day'sevents. Whenever possible, the original locations were utilised, and an all-star international cast impersonates the people involved, from high-ranking officials to ordinary GIs. The stars were listed alphabetically, with the exception of John Wayne, who as Lt.Colonel Vandervoort gets separate billing, and others in the huge cast include Richard Burton, Sean Connery, Henry Fonda, Gert Frobe, Curt Jurgens, Peter Lawford, Robert Mitchum, Kenneth More, Edmond O'Brien, Robert Ryan, Rod Steiger and Robert Wagner. Paul Anka, who wrote the film's title song, shows up as an Army private. 'A solid and stunning war epic.' [Variety] 'Breathtaking scope and authenticity.' [TV Guide] 'The Longest Day is visually stunning--its extraordinary camera movement and Cinemascope photography brilliantly augmenting the meticulously reenacted battle scenes. The only thing bigger than the film's scope are its stars.' [TV Guide Magazine] Admission: $4.00 [free to Film members] FRIDAY 7 JUNE AT 7.00 P.M. BERLIOZ: THE TROJANS - THE TROJANS AT CARTHAGE The second part of Berlioz's great opera concerns the story of Dido and Aeneas and contains some of his very finest music 'It's powerful in all senses, not least Antonio Pappano's conducting, which is dramatically hard-driven but not without atmosphere, making the love music luminously sensuous...The huge cast is uniformly good and sometimes exceptional - especially tenor Bryan Hymel's Aeneas.' [BBC Music Magazine] 'It is magnificent...McVicar marshals his huge forces with a sure hand and shows an impressive concern for detail...Westbroek as Dido is heartbreaking in Admission: $4.00 [free to Red Carpet members] ++++ 3) Congratulations ++++ 4) Condolences/In Memoriam/Wreath Funds GARRY FERGUSON So very sad to hear of the passing of my very special doctor. Will always remember his kindness and help when my grandson, Sean, was born. (Also socially with Box and Denise Smith and Granny.) Heartfelt condolences to his family. R.I.P. Anna Bushby, Perth, Western Australia ++++ Garry Ferguson So sad to read of the passing of Dr. Gary Ferguson. He delivered two of my children, and was always kind and patient, with his soft Scottish burr and sense of humour. He saw us through childhood illnesses and maternal aches and pains with care and attention. Now when I sit waiting to see a doctor who won't know me, and finds my history from a computer screen, I give thanks to have known Dr. Ferguson when my little family needed medical attention. R.I.P. Liz Davies ++++ 5) ROSES AND RASPBERRIES ++++ 6) Pets Pet Hilton Kennels and Cattery for the best care of your pet when going away, or when your bitch is in season. Nick available to do parlour work on all breeds; and to train dogs for domestic use (when over 1 year old). Tel Margaret Bernard on 2242979 or 0775 043983 for enquiries or bookings. ++++ 8) Bulawayo News SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS APPEAL FOR HELP Our shop shelves are bare, our kennels are struggling, Pease help! We need to restock our shop shelves and would appreciate any unwanted saleable household goods, books, magazines, jam jars, clothing, ornaments, glassware, crockery etc. Absolutely anything we can sell to make money to help our kennels. We have Ecocash for your convenience. Donations for our kennels can be dropped off at our shop. The kennels are always in need of old newspapers. SHOP HOURS Monday 2pm - 3.45pm Tuesday 9am - 12 pm 1.30pm - 3.15pm Wednesday 9am - 12pm 2pm - 3.45pm Thursday 9am - 12pm 1.30pm - 3.15 pm Friday 9am - 12pm 1.30pm - 3.15pm First Saturday of each month 9am -10.45am ++++ 9) Harare And Gweru News ++++ 10) Wining, Dining and Coffee Houses ++++ 11) PROPERTY FOR SALE OR TO RENT COTTAGE WANTED Fully furnished Cottage required urgently for single lady Please phone 077 556 9291 ++++ SUBURBS Fully Furnished Cottage to rent A lovely private 2 bedroomed, 2 bathroomed cottage redesigned with tasteful eco-friendly finishes.This accommodation is fully furnished and fully equipped with ,own entrance, car port , high-speed wifi access ,new fully stocked Kitchen with Laundry, borehole, power generator, energy efficient appliances, separate Zesa meter. A MUST SEE.. For viewing call , whatsapp or sms: 0776 435 605 ++++ RODOR PROPERTIES (PRIVATE) LIMITED 5A, 9TH AVENUE, BULAWAYO PROPERTIES FOR SALE NEW LISTINGS. HILLSIDE - US$150,000 NEG BUI, 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1roomed cottage, walled and gated. MALINDELA - US$100, 000 4 bedrooms, lounge, working borehole, swimming pool, walled and gated. RICHMOND - US$70,000 BUT, 2 bedroomed home, fitted kitchen, walled and gated on 7607m2 MAHATSHULA Secure But, 4 bedrooms, mes, family bathroom, fitted kitchen with oven, hob and extractor fan, walled and gated. We are always looking for more properties to sell and rent in all sectors of the property market, and have registered potential buyers/tenants. We offer a complete service of property valuations. CALL: (029) 22 74581/3, Bryan 0772-238 431 ++++ R.E.D Property We specialise in VALUATIONS contact us today to find out your Property Value! Kumalo - US$165 000.00 A hugely reduced cozy home with an open plan lounge and dining room. The house has four bedrooms, a family bathroom and fitted kitchen. The garden has a swimming pool and borehole. The property has lots more potential. Hillside (Town House) - US$150 000.00 Newly built property with lovely features comprising of three bedrooms, fitted kitchen, dinning room, two Bathrooms, walled with a sliding gate. CBD - US$140 000.00 As you drive into this Property it is walled and gated all round with paving and a lovely well maintained garden with working borehole. Outside buildings comprise of a triple car port, single staff quarters, two store rooms. On the property there is a house with laminate flooring, four bedrooms with built in cupboards, two rooms with air conditioning, large lounge, open plan dining room with a fitted kitchen for family entertainment and one family bathroom. This property is in walking distance from town! Romney Park - US$60 000.00 This is a semi-detached property and is situated in a very quiet area, it consists three bedrooms, family bathroom, open plan lounge with a semi fitted kitchen and there is a verandah. There is also a single staff quarters and ample space for a garden, to top it off the property is walled and gated. CBD - US$200 000.00 Sitting on 347 square meters this property is in the center of the CBD and is an ideal investment. It is currently being used as a furniture shop with large back storage area, office space and toilets. This is not an opportunity you want to miss!! Kensington - US$100 000.00 This is an opportunity for those farm lovers to invest in. This Property has plenty land with irrigation facilities and is already in use and has pig sties can be used as storage facilities. On the property there is a house with three bedrooms down stairs with main en suite, family bathroom, lounge, dining room, fitted kitchen, scullery and bar area. Upstairs there is a family room with a extra room. Negotiators: Trindie Lombard : 0772 153 519 Martha Mandishona: 0772 347 240 Mark Ndoro: 0775 119 184 Geraldine Chibonda: 0713 765 166 Lesley Chitrin: 0782 444 007 TO VIEW OUR PROPERTIES FOR SALE PLEASE BROWSE THROUGH OUR WEBSITES AND ADVISE WHICH PROPERTIES ARE OF INTEREST:- www.redproperty.co.zw AND www.bulawayoproperty.com ++++ 12) Accommodation in South Africa Polokwane Affordable Overnight Accommodation Biddy and Gerhard invite you to make yourself at home at their Affordable Self-catering Overnight Accommodation, which is situated in a beautiful garden and ideally based for visitors passing through Polokwane or shopping here. If you are here for work or pleasure, and you are looking for a comfortable and relaxing stay, book your accommodation with us. Facilities Laundry Facilities*Swimming Pool/Secure undercover Parking on Premises All Rooms has Flat screen TV with DSTV (Extra Package) Air-conditioning in each unit/ Hairdryer Camping Cot available / Wi- fi available - once off fee R100 unlimited use. Check-in: 02:00 PM Check-out: 10:00 AM Rates: R600.00 for first 2 people in Rest and Ride and R 50pp there after All other units: R550 for the first 2 people per unit & R50pp thereafter. I only 1 person per unit R 450 pn In case of cancellation within 1 week of arrival or an early departure, you will be held liable for full payment as per original booking. Overnight Accommodation Rooms Melody - Sleeps 4 - Self-catering Unit: Main bedroom: Queen bed. Ensuite: shower and toilet. 2 single sleeper couches in lounge area. The unit has a fully equipped self-catering kitchen with a 4 plate hob stove & oven; fridge-deepfreeze. The unit has a private braai area. Harmony - Sleeps 4 - Self-catering Unit: The main room has a queen bed and the adjoining room has bunk beds. The unit has one bathroom with a bath, shower, basin and toilet. Flat screen TV & Air-con in Main Room. The unit has a fully equipped kitchen with a 2 plate stove-oven. The Unit has a private braai area. Rest & Ride - Sleeps 4 - Semi Self-catering Unit: Largest Unit: Room 1: 2 single beds (that can be used as a queen). Room 2: 2 twin beds. There is one bathroom with shower and basin and a separate toilet in the unit. Each room has a microwave; coffee making facilities; bar fridge & Flat screen TV. Access to cutlery, crockery, fridge-deepfreeze & braai under the Lapa Area - Patio set that comfortably seats eight persons. Swimming pool views. Cozy corner: Sleeps 2 (singles) - Semi Self-catering Unit: One room unit: has 2 single beds against each other or apart. There is a shower and toilet on suite. Unit has a microwave; coffee making facilities; fridge/deep freeze; Flat screen TV. Access to cutlery, Patio set that comfortably seats you. Weber available for braaiing. Location: 13 Woodbush Street, Polokwane, 0699 Close to Makro & Gateway International Airport - just off of the N1. GPS: S 23 52. 35.1' E 029 27 22.2' Hostess: Biddy Fourie +27 82 410 7325 biddy@overnightpolokwane.co.za ++++ 12b) Accommodation and Travel In Botswana ++++ 13) Accommodation and Travel In Zimbabwe ++++ 14) Catering and Food ++++ 15) VEHICLES FOR SALE OR HIRE ++++ 16) Travel and Tours ++++ 17) Computers And Electronics ++++ 18) Lifts Wanted And Offered ++++ 19) Seeking Friends ++++ 20 ) SITUATIONS VACANT AND WANTED A Bulawayo company seeks:- A lady accountant/bookkeeper with experience in handling all accounting issues including journal and ledger entries, bank reconciliations, all tax transactions and tax returns, cash flow statements and basic financials (income statement/balance sheets). If you are interested in the position, please send your CV to jobadac123@gmail.com. ++++ Our temporary gardener Never, who has worked for us about 10 years now is urgently looking for a few more days for temp employment . WE presently employ him twice a week on a Monday and Thursday and for this we pay him 35 bond each week plus a food parcel on Thursday and lunch each day. He has a bicycle but lives in the townships and is presently paying rent of $80. He has a family in the rural areas which he has to send funds to from time to time as well as a school going daughter to pay fees for. WE are happy to recommend him as he has always been very pleasant and honest, He is 30 years old and of sober habits. He would prefer something in the Hillside or burnside area or at least not too far out of town. Please phone him direct on 0775 121212 or 0719673642 for any information you may require ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Basic cooking, hard working and well spoken. Has experience working at a lodge/farm-house. Holding a valid passport. Please contact 0783 348 861 ++++ We're growing! Almond Pest Control is looking for suitably qualified personnel to fill openings within our company as a Pest Control Technician. Minimum requirements: Clean Class 4 Driver's Licence Minimum of a 'B' grade in O' Level English Language Minimum of a 'B' grade in O' Level Mathematics Candidates will be required to produce a valid Food Handlers Medical Examination Certificate, from a Licensed Medical Practitioner, upon selection. Interested applicants to send their comprehensive CV, reference letters and qualifications to blessing@almondafrica.com ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT I am looking for employment for my trusted house-keeper / care-giver. She is a mature, hard working and friendly person. She has 14 years experience working. She can cook, clean and do all the laundry. She is very good with the elderly and is able to look after the sick.We are now moving to an old age home and will not be able to take her. Live in preferred. References available. Please contact 0773 634 595 or 0717 203 180 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Hard working mature lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Has a lot of experience around the house. Has worked at a lodge. Friendly and very good with children. Please contact 0778 283 568 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature lady seeks position. Many years in Administration, Accounts, Bookkeeping. Reliable and hardworking. Also worked in a Hotel, Lodge and worked as a school matron / school superintendent. Available immediately Please contact 0774 796 592 or 0774 319 869 ++++ VACANCY FOR TRAINING IN THE OPTICAL LENS MANUFACTURING INDUSTRY A vacancy exists for training as an Optical Technician in the lens manufacturing industry. Pre-qualifications are good skills in Mathematics and Physics. Computer skills would be an advantage. Send CV to email: tboc@zol.co.zw ++++ We're growing! Almond Pest Control is looking for suitably qualified personnel to fill openings within the company as Pest control Technicians in Bulawayo. Minimum requirements: Clean Class 4 Driver's Licence At least a 'B' in Mathematics At least a 'B' in English Language Be a fluent English Language Speaker Applicants will be required to produce a Food handlers Medical Examination Certificate upon selection from a Licensed Medical Practitioner. Interested applicants to send comprehensive CV's and qualifications to blessing@almondafrica.com ++++ Vacancy Trainee Estimator Our company is looking for a Trainee Estimator with good passes in English, Science and Maths, preferably with A and B symbols. The vacancy entails the use of spread sheets, e mails and Microsoft Word so the trainee needs to have a good working knowledge of these applications. A good pass in Technical Drawing will be an added advantage. The vacancy is in a projects office and will involve costing and quotes. The trainee will liaise with clients by e mail and by phone and needs to be able to communicate clearly and effectively . Applications with copy of CV's should be e mailed to:- Dennis Carlsson traineeestimator2@gmail.com by 11 June 2019. Applications received after this date will not be considered and no correspondence will be entered into. Please note corrected e mail address. ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature, friendly lady seeks employment as a nurse-aide. She has worked at the Mater Dei Hospital and has also looked after patients in the comfort of their homes. Please contact 0712 250 695 or 0772 122 243 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Young energetic lady seeks employment as a house-keeper. Able to work in a restaurant/ coffee shop. Has done training in food preparation, baking, waitressing and customer care. Please contact 0777 386 493 ++++ VACANCY Top notch PA / Receptionist required with traceable references. Ability to multi task. Good command of the English language. Accounting up to trial balance. Drivers licence a must. No chancers please. Cvs to be hand delivered to Mr Dare at Bookset Pvt Ltd, 139 G. Silundika Street, btwn 14-15th Avenue, Byo ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature gentleman seeks employment as a cook / chef. Has a vast experience working in a lodge. Has worked as a house-keeper making all the meals. Good communication and hard working. Please contact 0773 770 742 ++++ 21) SERVICES BEAUTY TREATMENTS Tired, stressed and Tense Enjoy a relaxing massage and muscle toner which will leave you feeling energized and renewed, Please contact: 09 - 60498 ++++ PRIVATE CATERING Contact IAN JOHNSTON if you would like to have beef, lamb, pig or whatever meat you want, on a spit, whether it be for your wedding, birthday party, etc. Book early to avoid disappointment. Contact Ian on 0712 215 373 or 0783 698 573 (w/app) or email ianbjohnston51@gmail.com ++++ ANTE NATAL CLASSES, BABY VACCINATIONS and BIRTH ATTENDANT/ DOULA I teach a set of 5 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 can be with you at the hospital when you're in LABOUR to help you to cope! I also work part time at a BABY CLINIC :-) For any further information contact SISTER JAN JOHNSTON on (09) 466741/2 from 8 am til 12 pm Mon to Fri or (09) 2237240, 0712 728 350 or 0772 749 749 (w/app) or email me on jicsj@yoafrica.com ++++ Rob Sinclair is an expert plumber. He has had many years of experience. Anything to do with loos, bathrooms, geysers, plumbing. Rob Sinclair is your man. Phone Rob on 0772230551 ++++ 22) Health And Beauty ++++ 23) Tuition ++++ 24) Miscellaneous For Sale ++++ 25) WANTED TO BUY OR HIRE ++++ 26) Clothing And Fashion ++++ 27) Boats and Fishing ++++ 28) Garden, Decor And Home Kraal manure $2.00 a 50 KG bag. Free delivery over ten bags. Phone Ollie on 0771289677 ++++ JILL'S SUPER ORGANIC COMPOST BLACK GOLD 99% WEED FREE EXCELLENT FOR POTS, VEGETABLES, FLOWER BEDS, SEEDLINGS AND LAWNS. WILL DELIVER 2 X 50KG BAGS OR MORE LOCALLY - MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS AND THURSDAYS. PHONE 246688 or 0778495599 ++++ 29) TIDBITS The content that is published in Morning Mirror does not necessarily reflect the editor's opinion. Morning Mirror reserves the right to refuse any advertising or content. ++++