MORNING MIRROR          EDITION 84                      1 March 2004

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In this edition

1       SHE WHO MUST BE EXTREME

2       SMALLS

3       THOUGHTS FROM ABROAD

4       CONGRATULATIONS

5       CONDOLENCES

Rottnest Channel Ocean Swim February 21 2004
Solo Crossing By Joanne Kriel

What is it that makes us 'weird' athletes go out and do crazy things,
like the Rottnest Channel Ocean Swim from Perth to Rottnest Island.

What sort of inner drive do we have, or is it a complete madness! that
makes one want to swim 19.4km across shark infested, stinger congested,
cold and treacherous seas?

What makes us want to swim until our lips and eyes blister and swell,
our skin shrivels and bleeds and our arms are torn from their sockets?
Something I guess, you will never know until you try it for yourself.

Standing on the beach at Cottesloe and looking far out to sea towards
Rottnest Island is quite a spectacular sight. It really does not look 
that far, but today the ferries aren't running, sorry! so you will have
to swim across.

So, what's on the menu for a long distance swimmer? A honey sandwich?.
Have you ever tried a honey sandwich dipped in the white froth of the
tips of the ocean waves and mushed between the teeth whilst half
drowning? Should try  it sometime! Can you rest whilst eating? NO! Can
you hold on to your paddler whilst drinking? NO! You have to tread
water with honey sandwich in one hand and drink in the other and work
the rest out for yourself. And, they say that you should never eat on
the run!

And tell me! How does a lady try and look her best in a long distance
swim and remain a lady at all times? I have often wondered why I have
had trouble in the past finding myself a man, and after looking at the
state of my face and body both before and after the swim, I know why. 
It is fairly 'grotto'! The wardrobe is quite simple really. Find the
tightest and smallest pair of bright blue, pink, yellow and maroon
togs. Throw in a lot of leg, buttocks and chest and you should be
right. Delicately place a latex cap to hide your head and don't forget
the latest pair of hot Gucci goggles.

The  body treatment is quite a lengthly process and requires a fine art
in its application. Smother a layer of sunscreen in every nook and
cranny. Slip into your swimmers, slop on your sunscreen and slap on
some wool fat. Place another layer of sunscreen into every other nook
and cranny and you have just applied your stinger repellent, shark
adherent and a little something to keep out the cold. This is the real
pheromone treatment for attracting the men.

And ladies, this is the the best part! The make up of all make up. Take
a royal blue zinc stick and rub it firmly  across your face, nose and
ears. Apply  a shade of off white zinc across the shoulders, neck and
arms. And finally, apply a beautiful rose pink zinc onto your delicate
little lips.  My, my! You are dressed to kill any man in sight.

So what does a distance swimmer think about during the swim? Very easy
really, don't think! We blonde's  are very lucky and have this natural
gift of being able to disconnect our brains from our bodies. Just one
arm in front of the other, breathe and let your loyal paddler do the
rest, (your paddler who has to remain by your side every stroke of the
way)

Whatever you do don't think about those blood sucking, stinger-like
critters that wrap their tentacles around your neck and fry your brain.

And then there are the Sharks. Why is it that in the month leading up
to the swim that we insist on watching the documentaries on the
breaching shark, the nature of sharks, their cycles and their habitat?
I saw every species of breaching and jaw gnashing shark known to man. I
saw every size and shape of hammer head, great white and Grey nurse
type shark you could find.

No 'Rotto' swim is ever possible without the tireless support of your
boat and paddle crew. They are the backbone of your journey and they
are your security blanket, your eyes  your ears and your sanity. Their
job is very simple and they have the easy end of the deal. All you have
to do is find a boat, fill it with enough fuel for at least 10 hours
and find yourself a skipper who will not run over your bony little
butt. Two paddlers that can share the load and two crew to watch out
for passing ships in the night. They have the easy end of the bargain.

All they have to do is pass the occasional drink, warn you of the odd
shark and dance naked on the roof of the boat when you get bored. Not
much to ask for.
I mean really, the swimmer has to do all the hard yakka!

The Rotto swim is an eventful journey from  beginning to end. It is a
fairy tale procession of boats and swimmers lining the Western
Australian horizon. A great feat and a fulfilling day. Crossing the
finish line of the Rotto Swim will confirm one thing for sure. It was
all worth it! All the months of hard training was worth the pain.
Visits to the physiotherapist, masseur and personal trainer was well
worth the expense and the blood sweat and tears during the event was
well worth the effort. We know very  well that we deserve that applause
when we hit solid ground.. We have earned that respect and that is why
we weird and wonderful athletes do these crazy things

Jo -- you are one incredible little girl !! All 49 kgs of you !!

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SMALLS

HOUSE NEEDED

3 Bedroom lock up garage Borehole and security walled .
Also require servant quarters.
Preferably in following areas: Malindela Hillcrest Famona or Bradfield.
Some real money available.
Please telephone Mrs Van Schalkwyk
tel no 282912 anytime. 
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OFFICE WORK REQUIRED

50 year old blue eyed lady, looking for office work. Computer literate,
I am honest and hardworking. I am single, and self-sufficient,
therefore I need to start as soon as possible.

Linda Warwick
stoki@netconnect.co.zw
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WATER BOWSER FOR SALE
800 litre water bowser with fitted pump for sale

Offers invited

Please reply  phone Jack 242559
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APIARY

I am very interested in starting with Bees, If anyone can help with bee
hives and other equipment please could you help, I am willing to pay for
what ever you can give me.
I need the bee hives as a first on my list, if you can't help any info
on
where I can get from will be appreciated. Thankyou
Contact me at franmare@netconnect.co.zw or phone 240210.

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For sale

 Leatherette + Draylon 6 seater lounge suite - 3M

Brass + glass room divider / tv stand - 900 000.00

Brass + glass coffee table + 4 side tables - 800 000.00

Dining-room suite, 8 seater + dresser - 5.5M

4 drawer chest of drawers

Maroon bedroom suite - 3.5M

Please phone 211556 or Cell 011 206 595

 
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The Theological College of Zimbabwe (TCZ) now located at the renovated
Hilltop Motel now called the Hilltop Campus. It is a college where
Christian
men and women are trained over a
period of 3 years to be pastors, christian workers and missionaries.
Currently there are 16x 1st year students,  17x 2nd year students,
13x 3rd year students,  5x 4th year students and 8x part time students.

There are computers onsite for the students to use, but far too few for
the
students needs.  Donations of 486's or Pentium computers would be
gratefully
received for usage by students to complete their assignments, etc.

For further details or donations please contact
John Stambolie
Phone no. 287034 or 287033
or e-mail him on johnstambolie@netconnect.co.zw

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FOR SALE
Very large, spacious two bedroom flat in prestigious block. Near city
centre. On second floor. Lounge/cum dining-room, two bedrooms, two
bathrooms - one with shower, good size kitchen - plenty cupboard space
- enclosed verandah - parking facility nearby - Intercom system on
front door.

FOR SALE 

4 Bedroom House - North End - for Sale

Lounge, dining-room, Large kitchen - walk in pantry - separate scullery
- 4 bedrooms - main en-suite with dressing room - second bathroom with
shower - separate toilet- Bar lounge - Outside playroom - Garage with
guest room attached - Double servants quarters - swimming pool - tarred
drive ways - beautiful established garden - access to well water. All
fenced and gated

Contact Ken Scott 091 303741 or Sherryl Scott 091 312579 or Home 206769

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FOR SALE

2 x CBC School Tracksuit Tops - size ( large) $45000.00 each

1 CBC Blazer- size 36 - $40000.00

Tel : 62105 w

Ask for Cate or Alex
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Netone Pay as you go Line, serious offers only

Pentium 1 Computer, full multimedia

celeron computers, one of which is a high end new PC

contact : 011214091

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HOME NEEDED

Looking for homes for 2 Jack Russell dogs:-

Male 5 years

Female 3 years - spade.

 Please contact Colleen on 230507 (Byo).
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LOOKING TO RENT

 Family looking to rent 3 - 4 bedroom house urgently.

Please contact - Shelly - 091301661 - landline 474798 or Chris
011206456.

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I am looking for an industrial sewing machine.  The machine must be
electrical.  If you can help please contact me:

vmchangana@yahoo.com

or Cell 023 755 943

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KARATE GI'S
Do you have a karate gi of any size and condition lying idle in a
cupboard
?. Please we at OM's Shukokai Karate Club are always in need of Gi's
for the
students. They are hard to come by so if you have one that you would
like to
get rid of or sell please phone Darlene on phone cell phone no. 091
240465
or home - 241135.
Many thanks.
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For sale

Pine Bedroom suite - Queen size base and mattress with headboard and 3

Mirror dressing table  $900 000.00

Record cabinet and hi fi stand  $150 000.00

Kist  $250 000.00

6 White plastic garden chairs @ $6000.00 each

Single bed and mattress $100 000.00

Fish Tank stand $50 000.00

White 4 drawer chest of drawers $250 000.00

Double bed base and mattress with headboard $300 000.00

Dressing table and stool (match previous but painted white) $200 000.00

Hoover washing machine with spin dryer $200 000.00

Display cabinet with cupboards $250 000.00

Dining-room Suite - table 6 chairs and sideboard $700 000.00

Imperial chest deep freeze - as new $900 000.00

Telephone table with seat $50 000.00

Oblong table $50 000.00

Half moon table $50 000.00

2 kitchen chairs @ $4000.00 each

Oval formica kitchen table $60 000.00

Oblong kitchen table $40 000.00

Superior 2 plate stove $300 000.00

Kitchen stool $3000.00

Vegetable rack $2500.00

Desk fan large $40 000.00

Desk fan medium $20 000.00

Desk fan small $10 000.00

2 fans (need attention) @ 5000.00 each

Small side table $3000.00

Tel Sherryl Scott 091 312579
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Pensioner has vehicle to sell as times are tough!
306 Peugeot 1999 model

48000 Kilometers on the clock

Air Conditioning

Radio

Full alarm

immaculate inside

asking price 45 Million negotiable  

Please phone MR BECK 200638 Mornings between 7 and 8 am

 
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Advertising and Publicity Club

Date:      Tuesday March 9 2004
Venue:       Meikles Hotel
Programme
Making The Difference

ADVERTISING          MARKETING                         SALES
Gary Thompson            Minky Walters              Don McDevitt

What's Happening?

DIRECT MARKETING          PROMOTION                        PUBLIC
RELATIONS
Chris Thompson                       Allan Riddell          Judy
Macdonald

  Creating Winning Teams and Strategies: Stan Higgins
  Closing keynote address: Is There A Future? - Eric Bloch

 Enquires    -   accesspr@mweb.co.zw
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BULAWAYO ALZHEIMERS SUPPORT GROUP

just to let you know we are still around , and to inform you that our
AGM
will take place at Senior Citizens Club, 11a Clark Road, Suburbs. on
the 21st
March at 2.30 PM. All interested parties are welcome.
We are also now incorporated with the Harare group and our national
name is
Z.A.R.D.A.  The Zimbabwe Alzheimer's & Related Disorders Association .

Frances Stanbury
Chairman
Bulawayo Alzheimer's Group Support
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FOR  SALE
WRS  Hostess Trolley - complete - in good condition  price  $750000.00
GEC twin tub Washing Machine - suitable for small washes - good
condition - price  $500000.00
GALVANISED STEEL  PIPING  -  62 metres -  1.5 inch dia - in very good
condition - price $40000 per metre  
TEL:  243281 

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WALK  FOR  HEALTH  FOR  HOSPICE

Come  to the  ASCOT  RACE  COURSE  on
THURSDAYS  AT  4PM TO 6PM
and WALK  For  Your  HEALTH
while you help to raise funds for
BULAWAYO  ISLAND  HOSPICE  SERVICE
Bring and Walk with your Friends

Walk in safety while you walk for fun and fitness
on a 3KM  circuit around the  ASCOT  TRACK

Cost:     $500  per session
$200  pensioners/children per session

Entry at the MAIN  GATE
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PAINTED DOG CONSERVATION

  I am acting Arts and Crafts Coordinator for the Painted Dog
Conservation
Project our near Hwange.  We are in need of:
  1 or 2 table-top paper cutters (guillotine) preferably donated, but
will
consider reasonable price.  Want type with measurements marked on the
board,
SHARP blade only.  These for use in our Arts and Crafts program.

   Contact: Painted Dog Conservation:
   Wendy Blakeley
   Phone  018-710
   PO Box 72
   Dete
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FLAT FOR SALE

FAIRSPIRE COURT, FAMONA, BULAWAYO
FULLY CARPETED TWO BEDROOM FLAT.  IN IMMACULATE CONDITION, CLOSE TO TOWN
INCLUDES COVERED CARPORT, 24 HOUR SECURITY
PRICE: $ 130 MILLION
FURTHER DETAILS PLEASE CONTACT NORMA TEL : BULAWAYO 61624

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STAFF WANTED

Excellent wages with many fringe benefits is offered to a above average
experienced, honest cook/housemaid.

Required to start a.s.a.p.

No accommodation offered - Burnside area.

Work contact phone number is Mrs Jones 881107 .

E-Mail no. hectic@mweb.co.zw
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CAPRI DEEP FREEZER 210 LTR - NEW - $1,800,000-00

  SUPRA 34" COLOUR TV - BRILLIANT PICTURE AND SPLIT SCREEN - $3, 000,
000-00

  FISHING BOX - CONTAINS, SINKERS/WORMS/HOOKS YOU NAME IT,  FOR BASS,
BREAM
AND TIGER FISHING AND FOUR REELS - $1, 500,000-00

  ALSO A NUMBER OF FISHING RODS FROM $80 000-00 TO $150 000-00

  COMPLETE SET OF SPALDING GOLF CLUBS - $800 000-00

  KAREN SISSONS
TEL : 09-242765
CELL : 091 292 486

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name:  Eleanor Campbell
email: eleanor.campbell@ctscotland.com

I am looking for people called van Staden who used to live in Jacaranda
Avenue in Bulawayo in the late 70s, early 80s.  There was Stuart and
Poppy and they had a sister Priscilla Beck (but she had remarried and
can't remember her new married name) and she had two children Natalie
and Freddie.  I visited them at that that time.  My name then was
Eleanor McKechnie and I used to date their brother Chris who is sadly
now deceased.  Would love to have an e-mail address.

Look forward to hearing from you.

Thanks for your help.

Kind regards

Eleanor
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Great News - at long last we have a group of ladies who have
volunteered to get the Walks going again at Ascot Race Course. 
Unfortunately there are only a few volunteers willing to do a duty and
all for a THURSDAY.   So for now the Walks will be on a Thursday only.

WALK for Health for HOSPICE

Come to the ASCOT RACE COURSE on THURSDAYS at 4pm to 6pm and WALK for
your HEALTH while you help to raise funds for BULAWAYO ISLAND HOSPICE
SERVICE.  Bring and Walk with your Friends.  Walk in safety while you
walk for fun & fitness.  On a 3km circuit around the ASCOT TRACK.

COST;   $500-00 per session for adults  and $200-00 per session for
pensioners and children.  Entry at the MAIN GATE.

THANK YOU TO THE BULAWAYO PUBLIC FOR YOUR WONDERFUL SUPPORT.

 
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FOR SALE
 

Beautiful large oak side board in good condition {old}. $2,5 million
knickers@netconnect.co.zw

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Elizabeth Van Rensburg aged 34 married with two young boys is currently
suffering from a Brain Tumor.

This has left her almost completely incapacitated, as the pressure on
the brain builds up.

She has undergone surgery to fit a Ventriculoperitioneal Shunt to
relief the pressure, but has suffered several

complications with this becoming detached internally and with
infections. This has meant repeated hospitalisation

and surgery to rectify the problems, both here and in Harare.

Unfortunately the Tumor has now started to grow at an alarming rate and
an operation is required to remove it.

As you will appreciate, this operation will cost an enormous amount of
money, the exact amount is not yet confirmed.

However to date the medical bills (shortfalls) have amounted to
approximately $ 12 million, and now the above mentioned

operation will be an addition to this. We are therefore appealing for
any assistance towards the paying of these bills.

The exact amounts outstanding will be made available to any interested
parties wishing to give assistance.
Anyone interested in helping please contact: Sid Fourie on the
following:-
Home: 09 226913

Mobile: 091 269 897

Work: 09 472061 - 7

Fax: 09 474823

E-mail: sfourie@samuelosborn.co.zw
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4 piece Royal lounge suite, consisting of 2 x 2 seater couches , 1
rocking chair and 1 ordinary chair. This suite is in immaculate
condition covered in green draylon.

Phone 242190 or cell 011 601037
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Lizzies

Tel 285576

Cell 011 205 428

I would like again to thank the wonderful friends who have given me
jars.  The response has been wonderful and I am most grateful.  The
need is never ending and would still appreciate any surplus anyone
has.  I would also appreciate any guavas on the green side as they make
delicious jelly.  The ripe yellow ones do not carry the pectin required
for a really good gel. I am most willing to come and pick them myself.

If anyone would like a list of the products I make and have stock of I
can be contacted on the telephone number above or my email address is
emnorman@mweb.co.zw

Thanks everso much again for your kind response.

Lizzie
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BULAWAYO FLORAL GROUP

The next meeting will be on Wednesday 3 March 2004 at 2.30pm

in the hall at the Church of Ascension, Leander Ave/Kent Rd, Hillside.

Guest Speaker - Mrs. Norma Carnegie

Exhibits - Theme "Out of the kitchen garden."
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Anyone Going to Malawi?

We have a small box of books that we would like delivered to Blantyre
or Lilongwe.

Brian Jones

'amaBooks

amabooks@gatorzw.com ,  091 274 341 , 283403
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CONGRATULATIONS

TO  SHIRLEY (NEE BANCROFT) AND TONY FOUCHE A DAUGHTER HANNAH ELIZABETH
CONGRATULATIONS TO JOAN AND TONY BANCROFT proud grandparents !!
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CONDOLENCES

GRANNY MARY STANTON