Andre Delport
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The summer season proved to be a very lucrative one for all of the Devlin-Major interests. Both lodges were running at occupancies of between 90% and 95%, and Belle Catherine was averaging three charters every two weeks, which Andrew was very happy with. All the guests were very happy and the only concern was several comments from guests at both lodges over the festive season being disturbed by persons unknown requesting to complete surveys. Andrew initially thought it might have been staff mem
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Thank you. Sad to hear that life has been tough, but happy to hear that things are getting better. Stay safe.
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Anyone have any news on @craftingmom. No response to my post 10 months ago. How is she doing?
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You may use it with pleasure. Thank you for reading, reacting and commenting.
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CHAPTER 27 They sailed into Arniston just as the sun touched the horizon, and found the berth that they had reserved in a peaceful corner of the small harbour with three other monohulls, all but one deserted. Andrew and Darren had to leap ashore to tie them up, side on with inflatable rubber buffers to protect the hull from chafing on the quayside. Prior to arrival, Andrew, Kerry and Darren had been feverishly cleaning and preparing the crayfish and had a large tray piled high ready to be
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Thank you. I will admit I thought seriously about setting the story in the Mediterranean or the Caribbean, both of which I know quite well, but ultimately decided that, being a less 'well travelled' destination, South Africa would be more interesting (I hope). Andrew likes to keep his ingredients as local as possible, but as you have read, his meals themselves have a fair sprinkling of international dishes as well. I have concentrated on local cuisine though, again, because it is not well known and felt the readers would find it informative.
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What is life if you cannot dream and live a little. Just think of all the great meals you can have when you reach your goal weight. I know, been there, done that, bought and burnt the t-shirt. Try keeping your weight in control when you are actually in the hospitality industry. My downfall was the most sublime cheesecake that our pastry chef made when I worked in Durban. One cake contained 500g of full fat cream cheese and almost 1.5 litres of cream, either in the filling or as part of the decoration. And I couldn't resist the stuff. Good luck with your weight loss. I was on Weightwatchers to lose mine and still cook as low fat as possible today and follow the principles of the diet. Worked very well for me.
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Chris, thanks for reading and all the great comments.
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As everyone knows, there are two highlights in cruising, whether it be on a liner or a yacht. The destinations and the food.
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It's very rare for the yacht to be at sea for an entire day. There is usually at least one stop during the day. If not, he has a litter box when he 'needs to go'. I seems I somehow edited out that part of the chapter when Rascal first joined them on the boat. So he gets taken out before they sail, immediately on arrival and the litter box is there for 'emergencies', which is changed daily.
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Ryan dropped anchor off Lookout Beach, a short distance from the breaker line. Darren had woken from his nap and helped Ryan secure the yacht and then started deploying the water toys. The first item of business was to lower the swimming platform and get the dinghy into the water, the operation closely observed by Dan, Tanner and Brandon with enthusiastic commentary from Dan. The water tube was retrieved from its storage locker, inflated and left to float tied to a cleat on the starboard sc
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Sui, what a wonderful surprise! And an even better ending. Or maybe not? Really hoping you get some more inspiration and give us a few more chapters in the lives of the Maximillians.
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Dan and Joan are enormously wealthy, US dollar wealthy, as opposed to Andrew and Ryan's ZAR wealth, but both couples are nevertheless very humble people, and therein lies their bond. The fact that Dan and Andrew's dad were close business associates plays a role as well. As for the food, I guess they do eat a lot. But food is one of my great passions, as I have mentioned in previous comments. My background was the hospitality industry. So It plays a big part in the tale.
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Cadet Third Class • II
Andre Delport commented on Carlos Hazday's story chapter in Cadet Third Class • II
Way to go Rich! Very proud of you. Great chapter as always, Carlos. Just wish we didn't have to wait a week for the next one.- 76 comments
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The next day, Christmas Eve, was a relaxing one and in the evening everyone gathered at The Cameron for dinner. Apart from Andrew, Ryan and the twins, the guests included David and Janice, Donna and Craig, Paul, Marie and Jonathan, Darren and Kerry, and Beth and Nicky. Once all the greetings were done, they made themselves comfortable at a table situated against the windows with a great view of the gardens, beach and the city across the bay. They were all given a complimentary glass of sherry, m
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Cadet Third Class • I
Andre Delport commented on Carlos Hazday's story chapter in Cadet Third Class • I
I echo the hope that Ritch and his dads are not in trouble. My suspicious mind thinks Bruce might have taken something from the house that was found on him when he was arrested and that is how the dad's were called. Waiting in impatient anticipation for the next enthralling chapter. Once again, thank you for the great story, Carlos.- 60 comments
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The Med is one of my favourite places, especially out of the main tourist season. Prefer the eastern Med to the western side. Less commercialised I feel. Especially the Croatian coat.
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The three men took the turret staircase down to the lobby, amazed at how the larger windows had opened up the once dark and dingy staircase, leaving it filled with light and now very much a feature of the building. They stepped into the turret vestibule just as David and Janice came through the main doors carrying the framed artworks she had been doing. A dozen or so already stood against one wall. Andrew took the painting she was carrying and kissed her on the cheek. "Hi mom, you should ha
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I have to admit that almost everything I write about Rascal's antics are actual experiences I had with him. Even the idea of him finding Ryan after he had been kidnapped was born out of playing hide and seek with him. I miss him dreadfully This week was two years since he passed away. Tearing up even as I type this.
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The purchase of the new property galvanised Andrew. Not that he would ever be considered lazy. But the project was just the sort of thing he thrived on and he jumped into it with both feet. By the end of the following week, he was already receiving quotes for the demolition and reconstruction phases. The guest bedroom was cleared and turned into the project office and Andrew could be found there on most weekdays poring over samples, from paint, to tiles and wood to curtaining and furniture to
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The Cape West and Southern coasts are very close to my heart, having spent many years both living, working and travelling in the areas.
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Glad you're enjoying the narrative tour. More to come when the Kinleys arrive.
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Including Rascal was never going to be a problem. It is my tribute to my own adorable, loving Rascal, who, to my sorrow is no longer with me, but in doggie heaven. I miss him every day of my life.
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They wouldn't be home for long however, as they were flying up to Knysna to sail 'Belle Catherine' home to get her ready for the summer cruising season after her refit and upgrade. That would be at the last week in July and Ryan had allowed a week for the trip, wanting to investigate the coast on the way back to put together a plan for the Kinley family in December. Then in the last week of August, the family would fly up to Johannesburg to attend Donna and Craig's wedding. In the midst of
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Thank you. My pleasure. Lots more to come.
