Morning Mirror Edition 925 - 28/04/2021 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 - the Edith Duly Nursing home ++++ EDITORIAL Hoarders of the World Unite ! Life has been a little tenuous recently, precarious even, shaky and fragile to all of us. For over a year now we have been scared of the 'C' word... will it get us When will it be our turn However now that we have had both our jabs, we are a little more jaunty for some reason, cocksure possibly insouciant even but, hang on a moment, suddenly the sneaky doubts are creeping in again with these new variants from the sub continent... Little by little one begins to feel susceptible, vulnerable and again at risk, and then one's own morbidities begin to creep in stealthily... Lets examine one's Last Will and Testament shall we What on earth will the kids do when they have to start clearing out the last seventy years of the detritus of our lives HeeHoo is not a great hoarder, I am the Hoarder in the Family, but HeeHoo is definitely the Family Buyer!! With a gigantic fit of monumental immortality, I plunged headfirst into the worst room..the box room, the suitcase room, the treadmill room, call it what you will, and started tossing. Yes tossing, I tossed out everything useless, everything obsolete, everything redundant, and then HeeHoo joined the fray with gusto. It was a colossal task, fortunately in Africa nothing ever goes to waste, and I did not need to visit Oxfam, Goodwill or HopeHouse with my wares. First choice went our faithful and trusty staff, anything else went to the SPCA shop. HeeHoo loves gadgets, but gadgets as we all know become obsolete before they even leave their packaging. Out damned spot, cruel we were, ruthless, merciless. Why had I kept every radio script for the twenty tears I was on ZBC Why had HeeHoo kept those surgical knives from his days at Blair Research, why do we have files and files of obsolete papers from past campaigns, societies and board meetings Out went the beautiful scarlet Cannondale Tandem...as a young and daring couple we rode it in two races, circuited the Matopos Dam twice, the Hillside Dam twice and fell off more times than we had had dinners!! Out went the portable Pizza oven, a must have in any suburban home, but used precisely twice amidst great hilarity and constructive criticism from our guests. Out went the bright yellow kayak, the Power Twins had rowed across the Ferny Spruit Dam twice, the swimming pool once, and it had never been wet since!! Then came the heart wrenching stuff, the baby cot, kept in pristine condition for when our Grandchildren came to 'sleepover' well, they never did!! The baby blankets, baby pillows, the cot buffers, the delicately embroidered sheets. As I say nothing ever goes to waste in Africa thankfully. Out went the board games kept for fireside nights with the Grandkids, the Cluedo, the Monopoly, the Pictionary... We were ruthless with the clothing, anything that didn't fit (which was most of it after the Covid 25 piled on) even that precious old wedding dress was tenderly laid on the pile. In the cupboard we even discovered an English Man United Tee Shirt, half a dozen Springbok rugby shirts and a Welsh Rugby shirt, just in case we ever went to see one of those teams play again!! The hat cupboard was a revelation!! A Pith Helmet!! Fedoras, Cowboy hats in suede, electric pink and gold lame!! Aussie Bush Hats with corks dangling, Mexican sombreros, dozens of peaked caps, (even a red, white and blue MAGA hat!!) horse riding hats and bike helmets!! The shoe disposal bag was monumental ! Everything went that was too high, too tight, too outdated......scores of them..... Of course I could not bear to part with most precious ancient Christening Dress, with it's yellowing Battenburg Tape Lace, the handmade Point de Venise trim and the vintage lace ecru. In our family for centuries, boys and girls in the family were allowed to wear this but our military son-in-law made it quite clear that he was not going to allow his hulking great son to wear a dress, even if it was to a Christening.....I also drew the line at tossing out the pink, frilly tutus that the girls wore in their first Curtain Calls.... The family silverware collection is a story unto itself, for a start, which of my Modern Miss Daughters and Daughters in Law is going to even look twice at our beautiful regency silver cabinet stuffed to the brim with family objets d'arts dating back centuries For starters these intricately carved antiquities need cleaning with a toothbrush!! Thats fine in Zim where afternoons are spent comfortably seated over newspapers polishing artefacts and collectibles, but the modern girl trying to multitask like superwoman, and cope with life in a twenty first century country, would probably throw her hands up in horror at the very thought. What to do with vinyl records, tapes, CDs All obsolete and great dust collectors....There is a long way to go, so soldier on or the kids will probably think arson will be the only answer!! ++++ WATCHDOG Seeking a copy of the book 'a history of Theatre and Ballet and Orchestra in Rhodesia Zimbabwe 1890 to 1980' by Alan Hardy. magskriel@mac.com ++++ 2) Notices and Events ZIMBABWE ACADEMY OF MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS BULAWAYO Tel: 60684 / 67195 E-mail: zamfriends@gatorzw.co.uk LESSONS The Academy is open for lessons and the new term will run until Friday 4 June. Further details from the office or 60684/67195 THE NOTE The Note is open for meals in line with the current rules and also has a takeaway menu. It is always open before Academy evening events and during the interval. Further details from adelaide.muchetu@gmail.com or phone 0774 004 449 or 0771 048 995 THURSDAY 29 APRIL AT 6.00 P.M. RUNAWAY JURY 'Runaway Jury' is an adaptation of John Grisham's legal thriller starring John Cusack, Gene Hackman, Dustin Hoffman and Rachel Weisz. After a workplace shooting in New Orleans, a trial against the gun manufacturer pits lawyer Wendell Rohr (Hoffman) against shady jury consultant Rankin Fitch (Hackman), who uses illegal means to stack the jury with people sympathetic to the defence. But when juror Nicholas Easter (Cusack) and his girlfriend, Marlee (Rachel Weisz), reveal their ability to sway the jury into delivering any verdict they want, a high-stakes cat-and-mouse game begins. - The movie hums along with a kind of sublime craftsmanship, fuelled by the consistent performances of Hackman and Hoffman (in their first film together), the remarkable ease of John Cusack, and the juicy typecasting in the supporting roles. [Chicago Sun-Times] - Efficient, precise, carefully calibrated and terrifically entertaining. [Washington Post] - 'Runaway Jury' hooks the audience, and after 10 minutes there's no looking back. [San Francisco Chronicle] - A breezily entertaining courtroom thriller that again clarifies why Grisham sells so well. [New York Daily News] Admission: US$1.00 [free to Film members] FRIDAY 30 APRIL AT 6.00 P.M. CONCERT: MOZART, BRAHMS AND MUSSORGSKY. The programme consists of music from two separate concerts, excerpts from which were shown at the end of last year as part of the Beethoven 250 celebrations and includes: - Mozart: Symphony No. 33 in B flat major, K319 - Brahms: Symphony No. 4 in E minor, Op. 98 The Bavarian State Orchestra conducted by Carlos Kleiber - Mussorgsky, orch.Ravel: Pictures at an Exhibition The Simon Bolivar Youth Orchestra conducted by Gustavo Dudamel - Brahms 4th Symphony is unquestionably a major masterpiece, and in Kleiber's hands it receives the closest I know to a definitive interpretation. [Amazon] - This is one of Carlos Kleiber's last concerts and he looks elderly and frail (he was just 66) but there is a special sense of occasion here: the orchestra and audience clearly love Kleiber, the orchestra playing with a special spirit and elan for him. [swapadvd.com] - Mussorgsky's 'Pictures at an Exhibition' elicits rousing playing from Dudamel's young instrumentalists. [Presto Music] - The highlight of this concert is the fantastic performance of Pictures at an Exhibition played by a huge orchestra with massive strings including 14 double basses. This dazzling performance is a tour de force of orchestral virtuosity, tossed off with the greatest of ease by the magnificent young players. [classicalcdreview.com] Admission: US$1.00 [free to Red Carpet members] WEDNESDAY 5 MAY AT 6.00 P.M. LIVE CONCERT:: LAUREN KITCAT (FLUTE), THEO BROSS (CELLO), JEANETTE MICKLEM (PIANO) Haydn: Trio in D major for flute, cello and piano Beethoven: Variations on 'Ein Madchen oder Weibchen' for cello and piano Mokale Koapeng: 'About Ludwig' for cello solo Beethoven: Cello Sonata No.3 in A major Kapustin: Allegro for flute, cello and piano Beethoven: Trio in G major for flute, cello and piano Booking is open at the Academy and all tickets are US$5.00 or Bond $500.00. Red Carpet subscriptions are valid for this concert. Dinner will be available after the concert and a menu and prices will be circulated nearer the time. The performers are, of course, no strangers to Bulawayo. Lauren Kitkat was one of the Academy's outstanding students (then Lauren Meikle) in the early 2000s and Theo Bross has been a popular visitor in more recent years whilst Jeanette Micklem has been a pillar of Bulawayo concerts for forty years both as soloist and partner. The programme largely comprises music by Beethoven and was originally intended for 2020, Beethoven's 250th birthday year. It also includes one of Haydn's late piano trios and an 'Allegro' by Nikolai Kapustin, a Russian composer who played with early Soviet jazz bands and in his compositions used a fusion of jazz and classical forms. Mokale Koapeng is a contemporary South African composer and his piece, as the title suggests, is a tribute to Beethoven. The Rainbow Blaze Marimba Band will be in attendance before the concert so come early to enjoy some rather different music and there will also be a short mbira piece derived from a theme by Beethoven in the programme. THURSDAYS 6, 13 & 20 MAY AT 6.00 P.M. LINE OF DUTY - SERIES 2 Carriages: 8.15 p.m. A police convoy escorting a civilian under a witness protection scheme is attacked. The witness is hospitalised and all police officers are killed - with the exception of Detective Inspector Lindsay Denton, who organised the operation. The second series of 'Line of Duty' follows Superintendent Ted Hastings, DS Steve Arnott and DC Kate Fleming as they lead an investigation into whether Denton was involved or merely an innocent victim. - Line of Duty'' stands out as original and surprising. Season 2 is, if anything, even more brutal and thrilling. [New York Times] - Tops the excellent first series, thanks in no small part to spectacular performances from Keeley Hawes and Adrian Dunbar. Great writing and thrilling to watch. [Rotten Tomatoes] - The return of BBC Two's crime drama Line of Duty did what it intended to do and pinned us to our seats with excitement. Five Stars. [Daily Telegraph] - Outwitting them [AC-12] at almost every turn and earning Keeley Hawes deservedly received rave reviews for her performance. [Radio Times] - Exceptionally brilliant. [The Mail on Sunday] Admission: US$1.00 [free to Film members] N.B. No DVD on Friday 7 May. ++++ 3) Congratulations ++++ 4) Condolences/In Memoriam/Wreath Funds CONDOLENCES Joan Bancroft - One year ago on 25th April. Beloved and dear wife of Tony. Remembered with love by Graham, Angie, Shirley, Tony and her grandchildren Euan, Amelia, Hannah and Ben. God has her in his arms, we have her in our hearts. ++++ 5) Roses And Raspberries ++++ 6) Pets Column 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 As a way of fundraising, Island Hospice and Healthcare is hiring out its private beautiful, tranquil garden on weekends; bearing in mind that outdoors is the perfect venue for intimate events during these Covid-19 times. It is suitable for corporate events, photoshoots,memorials, intimate luncheons and picnics. Accommodates 30ppl , secure parking also available Contact 0712845003/0292277972 ++++ Appeal from BULAWAYO SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS When I look into the eyes of an animal, I do not see an animal I see a living being, I see a friend, I feel a soul. Anthony Douglas Williams I think many of us feel like that, but perhaps especially during these difficult times when these 'souls' need our collective help more than ever before - included are the animals rescued from abuse and neglect, and cared for at Bulawayo SPCA who are in dire need of our help and support. Knowing that the lockdown has given folk time to sort out cupboards, garages etc - please have a look at our Charity Shop List and our Kennel Wish List - you may be surprised how many unwanted items to you - are just what we are needing here at the kennels! Shop All the volunteers who work at the charity shop deserve a big pat on the back, but they DO need items to sell! - apparently the shelves are rather bare, so they would appreciate any unwanted saleable household goods, such as ornaments, glassware, crockery, pictures, clothing, garden tools, small items of furniture, jam jars for the jam makers! - in fact anything they can sell to make money to help the kennels. They have Ecocash for convenience - items can be dropped off at the Charity shop - 127e,Robert Mugabe Way. Kennel and Clinic Wish List If folk could donate any one of these items, that would be fantastic! Old blankets and towels, Newspapers,Tinned + Dried Pet Food for Dogs and Cats, Fly Smear, Old Crepe Bandages, Latex Gloves, Face Masks, Paper Towels, Disinfectant Wipes, Antiseptic Wound Spray, Dressings, Toys for Cats, Cat Carriers, Dog Boxes or Cages, Fly Spray, Bolt Cutters, Brooms both Soft and Stiff, Disposable Aprons, off cuts of Foam Rubber to cover donkey harnesses............... all can be dropped off at the Kennels, cnr of Magazine and Khami Road - if you can donate just one of these items....... it will improve the welfare of at least one animal - Thank You! ++++ 9) Harare And Gweru News ++++ 10) Wining, Dining and Coffee Houses ++++ 11) PROPERTY FOR SALE OR TO RENT FOR SALE APARTMENTS 1. CBD: Two-bedroomed, lounge, kitchen, bathroom / w/c and balcony x 2 Both apartments are in the CBD. 2. ASCOT: Two-bedroomed with ensuite, lounge, fitted kitchen, Bathroom / w/c. 3. HARARE CBD: Single bedroom, lounge, kitchen, bathroom / w/c. On-site parking, fenced/razor wire and with 24hr security. There is a prolific borehole on the property. 4. THOKOZANI FLATS: Two-bedroomed comprising of lounge, bathroom and kitchen. HOUSES 1. ILANDA: four-Bedroomed, walled and gated/prolific borehole 2. QUEENSPARK EAST: four-bedroomed, walled and gated COTTAGE 1. PLUMTREE, low density 1. GWANDA FACTORY 1. KELVIN NORTH 2. WORRINGHAM 7 Acres STAND 1. RIVERSIDE FOR RENT 1. Factory/Warehouse in THORNGROVE 2. Town House in HILLSIDE For any further enquiries please do contact us on either our email or telephone number. IAN & CO. REAL ESTATE Registered Valuers, Estate Agents, Auctioneers & Property Managers 111 Josiah Tongogara Street Between 11th / 12th Ave Bulawayo Tel: (0292) 886626 / 886256 Cell: 0712 871 455/ 0775 306 392 / 0775 662160 E-mail: ianandcoproperties@gmail.com / dlamsian@gmail.com ++++ EXECUTIVE LOOKING TO RENT !!!! ILLANDA GARDENS TOWNHOUSE /EXECUTIVE PROPERTY .. WILL PAY A YEAR RENT UPFRONT OPTION TO PURCHASE PLEASE MAKE CONTACT DIRECTLY adrianalves77@icloud.com 00447939245946 ++++ RODOR PROPERTIES (PRIVATE) LIMITED 5A, 9TH AVENUE, BULAWAYO HOUSES FOR SALE MATSHEUMHLOPE - $107 000 Brick under tile and iron, lounge/dining room combined, fireplace, bar, 3 bedrooms with bic's, shower, toilet and basin, family bathroom, separate toilet, fitted kitchen, scullery, veranda, triple carport, double domestic quarters, 2 boreholes (only 1 being used), swimming pool (empty), 1 side fenced, 3 sides walled and gated. Stand size: 4613m ILANDA - $135 000 Brick under tile, 4 bedrooms, bathroom, separate toilet, combined lounge / dining room, fitted kitchen, veranda, domestic quarters, walled and gated. Stand size: 1594m HILLSIDE - $200 000 Neat 4 bedroomed house, lounge, fitted kitchen, cottage, swimming pool, working borehole, neat garden, walled and gated. BURNSIDE - $230 000 Brick under tile dwelling comprising lounge, fireplace, dining room, master bedroom with ensuite (upstairs), 3 bedrooms downstairs, (2 with ensuite bathrooms), seperate bathroom and toilet, fitted kitchen, scullery, pantry, domestic quarters, borehole and empty swimming pool. Self- contained cottage with two and half bedrooms, ensuite, lounge with fireplace and a dining room. KUMALO - $220 000 Magnificent brick under tile single storey home comprising lounge, fireplace, TV lounge, fitted kitchen, dining room, 4 bedrooms, 4 bic's, main ensuite, family bathroom, veranda, tool shed, storeroom, 3 roomed domestic quarters with toilet and shower, double carport, outside room, prolific borehole, working swimming pool, good water delivery system, 2 solar geysers, walled and gated. Stand size: 3198m For these and other properties for sale phone Kelvin +263 773 366 207 or email us at kelvin@rodor.co.zw or visit our website on Property Book (Rodor Properties) PROPERTIES TO LET RESIDENTIAL HILLSIDE: 3 bedrooms, 2 lounges, walled and gated - US$450 Negotiable for 1st May 2021 HILLCREST: 3 bedrooms, lounge, walled and gated - US$400 for 1st May 2021 MONTROSE: 3 bedrooms, lounge, walled and gated - US$350 for 1st June 2021 SUBURBS: 3 bedrooms, lounge, walled and gated - US$500 for immediate occupation FLATS CBD: 1 bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, dining room - US$365 - Immediate occupation 2021 COMMERCIAL CBD: Reception, 3 offices, bathroom - US$400 Negotiable - Immediate occupation CBD Shop space - US$800 - Immediate occupation CBD Warehouse - US$800 Negotiable - Immediate occupation We at Rodor Properties (Pvt) Ltd, take pride in managing your property professionally, in order to safeguard your investment. We understand the importance of maintaining healthy relationships with owners and tenants alike, and strive to ensure personal and efficient service to all our clients. We are always seeking to sell and rent in all sectors of the property market. We also offer a complete service of property valuations. Email us on: resrents@rodor.co.zw or rentals@rodor.co.zw or Call: (029) 22 74581/3 ++++ 11b) Seeking Accomodation ++++ 12) Accommodation in South Africa ++++ 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 Looking for the whereabouts of David Watson believed to be in Mutare who once graduated from Churchill High School (Salisbury) and lived in 26 Clyde Rd. Salisbury now Harare. norman.spagliardi@gmail.com ++++ 20) SITUATIONS VACANT AND WANTED SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature lady seeks employment as a house-keeper / childminder. has 8 years experience. Well spoken, friendly and hard working lady. Previous employers leaving the country. Please contact 0716 528 997 ++++ Looking for a reliable, experienced and mature gardner with traceable references Please contact 0774023411 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT Mature lady is looking for employment as a PA, Secretary, Front desk person. Has a lot of experience around the office. Holding Pitman Certificate in Secretarial Studies and computer literate. Willing to start immediately. Please contact 0788 117 373 ++++ SEEKING EMPLOYMENT I am a hardworking woman I can clean, wash and cook, I do part time jobs to put food on the table please help me with anything to do. 263 71 942 8746 ++++ Mature (61 year old) lady requires employment. Experience includes management, administration, customer and public relations, events organisation, sales, hospitality and teaching. Also was a school matron and private nurse in doctors practice. Holds certificates in several of the above disciplines. Kindly contact DEBRAY on 0779270416. ++++ I am a holder of a clean class 1 driver s licence with more than 5 years experience on both buses and trucks both cross border and inland. CV available on request. Yours sincerely Prosper Mpofu 0775765705 0712359715 ++++ 21) SERVICES Phuthin Glass and Aluminium Specialists of : Aluminium Doors Cubic showers Aluminium Windows Garage doors Trellis Doors Balustrades Burglar Bars email - Phuthinv@gmail.com Telephone +263 785 376 240 or +263 716 274 093 Excellent service from this firm where 'Outstanding is the new Normal' ++++ GRAVESITE SERVICES* We offer weeding and cleaning of tombstone area; Repair of tombstone at an extra charge. A once off fee of *USD30* per year per tombstone. Cemetries covered : Athlone, West Park, Lady Stanley, Luveve, Hyde Park and Mvutshwa. Work is done once every month. We also offer flower arrangements at an extra charge. Photos are taken before and after every cleaning and I sent to the client. For more information email: shaddianonenge@gmail.com or call: +263718727574 or whassup +263772327574* ++++ Gas is available in Bulawayo at Nobility Gas We provide the best, cheap and efficient we mean efficient LP Gas $1.70per kg 30 rand per kg 180 bond cash 190 ecocash We open from 07:00:pm till 18:00 Have a Blessed day. We supply all types of gas accessories - valves, rubber valves, regulators, o rings, gas cylinders. Stay safe and be protected with THE NOBILITY CREW!! We support you with valve problems, cooker and stove tops, maintenance of all types of gas stoves. NB. We're located corner of Robert Mugabe and 3rd Avenue Thank you all for your continued support. App 0773243100 Call 0774534948 0780558315 NB always remember to adhere to Covid 19 measures. email - princebharura6@gmail.com Prince and Maxwell recently cleaned, repaired and serviced my gas stove, what a difference!! What an excellent job they did, I am proud to recommend Nobility Gas. ++++ For all your wheel-chairs, walking frames, crutches, bedpans, walking sticks and commodes at unbeatable price please contact 0773 793 726 or 0777 029 111 ++++ Mobility aides i.e. , wheelie walkers, walking sticks, crutches, Zimmer frames, crutches as well as other patient care aids such as commodes, bed pans, urinals, sheepskin and adult diapers available for hire and sale at Island Hospice and Healthcare, Byo Branch. Well trained nurse aides also available at very competitive rates +263712845003/+263292277972 ++++ BEAVER TREE FELLER For all your tree cutting and trimming please contact Beaver Tree Feller. No job is too big for us plus we are insured. Contact 0733 896 375 or landline 09 - 476569 ++++ 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 ++++ SERVICES Rob Sinclair is an expert plumber. He has had many years of experience. Anything to do with loos, bathrooms, geysers, plumbing, borehole repairs and tank installations. 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 I am looking for a three wheel Rollator walker. I can afford up to $US100.00 Please liaise with Anthony by text because he lost his speech when he had a stroke which effected his ability to talk and walk Anthony's contact number is text only +263 77 267 7202 or they can email me Bernard Jack, which ever is convenient on bernardjax@hotmail.com. ++++ 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 5 X 50KG BAGS OR MORE LOCALLY. CONTACT JILL AT 2246688 OR 0778495599 ++++ 29) TIDBITS The content that is published in Morning Mirror does not necessarily reflect the editor's opinion. 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