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It's been three years without you, Dad. Not a day goes by that I don’t think about you, your wisdom, your strength, and ...
12/05/2026

It's been three years without you, Dad. Not a day goes by that I don’t think about you, your wisdom, your strength, and the example you set for all of us. Your absence is deeply felt, but your impact lives on in everything we do.
~Justin ❤️

Happy Heavenly 80th Birthday Mom.Not a year goes by where I don’t think about you and wish you were still here with us t...
10/03/2026

Happy Heavenly 80th Birthday Mom.

Not a year goes by where I don’t think about you and wish you were still here with us to celebrate. 😥
When you passed, it left a huge hole in our hearts and an emptiness in our lives that nothing could fill, the things you gave us never left. Your love, your lessons, and the quiet strength you showed still live on in our family every single day.

I often wonder what it would have been like for you to meet your grandchildren and see the life that has grown from the foundation you built. I know you would have loved them deeply.

Heaven gained you far too soon, but your presence still guides us. Today we remember you, we celebrate you, and we hold you close in our hearts.

Happy birthday in Heaven Mom. You are missed, you are loved, and you will never be forgotten. 🪻🌸🌺🌻🌼🌹💐❤️

Spring in full swing at Mom and Dad's memorial at Durbanville Memorial Park Mom always loved flowers, and our family hom...
20/09/2025

Spring in full swing at Mom and Dad's memorial at Durbanville Memorial Park
Mom always loved flowers, and our family home was always filled with pot plants, and we always had fresh cut flowers in places around the house.

In Loving Memory of  Dad – Two Years OnToday marks two years since we lost you, Dad. It still feels unreal. Not a day go...
12/05/2025

In Loving Memory of Dad – Two Years On

Today marks two years since we lost you, Dad. It still feels unreal. Not a day goes by that we don’t think of you.
Your quiet strength, your unwavering presence, your selfless love. You were never one for grand words, but your actions spoke louder than any speech ever could.

You were the silent pillar that held our family together. In your calm, we found peace. In your steadiness, we found courage. You gave of yourself without ever asking for anything in return, and we are who we are today because of the foundation you laid for us.

We miss you deeply, your presence, your wisdom, your quiet chuckle. There’s an ache in our hearts that time hasn’t softened, but we carry you with us in everything we do. You live on in our stories, in our choices, and in the way we love one another just as you taught us.

Thank you for everything, Dad. For your sacrifice, your example, and your love. We’ll always honour you and strive to be like you.

Miss and love you always.

Today would have been a special day, as we celebrate the birthday of an extraordinary man, our beloved Dad.Although he m...
20/03/2025

Today would have been a special day, as we celebrate the birthday of an extraordinary man, our beloved Dad.

Although he may not be with us physically, his kindness, gentleness, and selflessness continue to inspire us every day. We remember his quiet strength, his compassionate heart, and his generous spirit.

Dad, we miss you more than words can express, but we take comfort in the memories we shared with you. Your legacy lives on through us, and we strive to make you proud by following your example of kindness, empathy, and love.

On your special day, we honour your memory and celebrate the incredible person you were. We love you, Dad, and we will always cherish the time we had with you.

Rest in peace, dear Dad. Happy Birthday in heaven.

10/03/2025

Today, on what would have been my mom’s birthday, I take a moment to honor the incredible woman she was. A kind heart, a caring soul, and a mother who gave selflessly to my sisters and I. Her love was the foundation that shaped us. She taught us strength through her actions, kindness through her words, and love through her every sacrifice.
It has been 28 years since she passed on December 1, 1996. We did not get much time together, yet her presence remains in the lessons she taught, the love she gave, and the memories we cherish. Time may pass, but the impact of her warmth and guidance will never fade.
Happy Heavenly Birthday, Mom. You are missed, you are loved, and you will never be forgotten.

Summer clean up in Pretoria at My Gran Aunty Oye, and Great Granny Tai-Bor with Derek and Sheung (Dad's brother and Sist...
05/11/2024

Summer clean up in Pretoria at My Gran Aunty Oye, and Great Granny Tai-Bor with Derek and Sheung (Dad's brother and Sister in Law) from Australia on their visit. Thanks to Sulene Che Che for loaning us Pehnias for the cleanup.
Back in Cape Town the kids and I refreshed Mom and Dads memorial with some summer seedlings and freshened up the site with these beautiful striped petunias picked out by Emma, and these stunning Digitalis (Tall pink flowers)

Yesterday ( 7 September 2024,  we laid Mom and Dad's ashes together at the memorial.A few words were shared in remembran...
08/09/2024

Yesterday ( 7 September 2024, we laid Mom and Dad's ashes together at the memorial.
A few words were shared in remembrance of Mom and Dad.
Followed up by a family lunch.

Dear Lord Jesus,
Help us to focus on that which enables us to keep going. Remind us that time will
never erase the memories we have of Mom and Dad, and that for a moment we’re not alone as we come here together as a family.

We give thanks for the times we had with them even though they are no longer here with us on Earth , we’re grateful for love which is stronger than death. Help us to bear our sorrow without bitterness.

We thank you that we can gain some comfort from each other as a family Be with us now today as we encourage and support each other as we unite Mom and Dad in their final resting place.

We pray for your blessing over each one of us here today, to keep us safe from harm and to be a constant light in the darkness as we live our lives here on Earth, until we are reunited with You, Mom and Dad, and all who we gone to join you in Love and Faith.

We pray this in Jesus name,

AMEN

17/07/2024

Went past to check on Mom and Dad's memorial today with the kids. Thankfully no damage from the heavy rainfall we have been experiencing here.

Happy Father's Day Dad. "A father is neither an anchor to hold us back nor a sail to take us there, but a guiding light ...
16/06/2024

Happy Father's Day Dad. "A father is neither an anchor to hold us back nor a sail to take us there, but a guiding light whose love shows us the way" Even though you are no longer physically with us, we treasure everything you ever taught us about how to navigate life. Until we meet again. ❤️

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