A New Start for Old Things

Orchids in Full Blossom. Photographer Gustav Snyman (my son)

 After more than six decades on this earth I have a few things I want to share with others. I raised five children, all of them very talented, I wrote more than sixty novels in my home language, I love traditional and exotic foods, and I've learned how to survive on very little.

All people over sixty have many memories which they usually share with their children and grandchildren. Centuries ago that was the only way to keep memories alive, but with the internet ... well, everything gets out in the open, and grannies can chat with all the children and grandchildren of the world, and share their wisdom and knowledge.

We live on a fruit farm now, and of course during the summer fruit are plentiful. That is also the time when I cook jams, make jellies or simply preserve fruit or vegetables for later use. I have exciting, traditional recipies for these as well, and this information will also appear on my blog.

I plan to share forgotten recipes, the making of some interesting clothing, patterns for soft toys, give an acount of what life is like in modern South Africa, share interesting and sometimes shocking memories, as well as show you many things I do and enjoy. It will be wonderful if you could also be inspired in any way.

Swartberge (mountains) Photographer Gustav Snyman (again)

I promise to have something interesting every time, be it anecdotes, important information or just something special I want to share. I also promise I will never be boring, but that means that I may sometimes have to shock you. Everything will not be all beautiful and happy, because that is not how life is. The journey through life is supposed to make you strong and wise. One needs good friends, a supporting family, and Someone to believe in.

 

So, come visit The Granny Patch once in a while. Learn from my experiences – the good and the bad. It may help you on your own journey.