In a time when time is literally money, here's a quirky inch-high bottle of time, a forgotten but used-to-be-handy surfing and telephony companion, that ignites a night of dreaded listlessness. It inspires hypnotic contemplation and a startling realization: maybe this relentless hourglass has the power to pause after all! ...
Thoughts | Photo Archives
Being in-between jobs has its advantages, and for me, it has been the chance to sift through my vast collection of old photographs. It is remarkable how many pictures remain stored in my digital backups, each one a time capsule of cherished memories. However, I regret having an album of wedding photos that I was never paid for back...
Breathe New Life into Faded Memories: The Power of Remini
Found a box of faded memories gathering dust? Faces obscured by a film fog thicker than a mystery novel? Fear not, fellow nostalgia-seekers!...
Unveiling Hope: Pandemics Forge a New Path in the Western Cape
Detours to dreams! Cancelled flights launched epic adventures. This post chronicles a pandemic pivot: trading dream destinations for the wild, confusing world of digital nomadism. Swap boardrooms for breathtaking views, ditch resumes for freelance hustles. It's bumpy, the sunrise from your laptop is no reality. But the journey? Priceless....
Is Luminar AI the Best Photo Editor for You?
It’s the smooth-talking editor that trades algorithms for artistry, handing you a toolbox wrapped in a user-friendly interface with a built-in AI artistry assistant to boot. With one click, skies behave, shadows soften, and even the dullest snapshot starts humming in high-def poetry. Templates? Time travel jumping from “meh” to “masterpiece” before your coffee gets to cool. Bonus, Luminar pirouettes past Adobe’s...
Namibian Currency
Each country have a currency unique to itself. In Namibia, both South African Rands and Namibian Dollars is accepted as payment for services and goods. These two currencies trade one to one, although it seems like the South African Rand is worth less than the Namibian Dollar, as you pay more in ZAR currency if you pay by card,...
Goodbye to An Old Friend: Sigma 18-250 mm 1;3.5-6.
In Namibia's embrace, where desert meets ocean's grace, my friend met its sandy fate — lost in dunes, awash in salt. Farewell, dear Sigma, selfies now grainy, landscapes left to roam alone, becoming one with the metal that shapes the Namib's dunes....
Navigating Lockdowns: Personal Reflections on Lost Opportunities
Life during pandemic times: A tumultuous blend of constant travel, vanishing job offers, and precariously teetering freelance work. But wait, it’s not all gloom! Sprinkle in a chaos-induced family reunion after 40 years, the stressful soothing of a stressed mum in isolation, and a stubbornly elusive passport from Namibia. Who says variety is dead?...
Platz am Meer: Your Coastal Shopping Retreat
A Unique Shopping Experience Nestled along the stunning coastline of Swakopmund, Namibia, Platz am Meer is a unique shopping destination that captures the essence of coastal living. This charming mall, a relatively recent addition to the town's landscape, offers a relaxed and inviting atmosphere, a stark contrast to the bustling shopping centres of South Africa’s major cities. A Seaside...
Travel | Walvis Bay Salt Pans
Prepare to swap reality for the realm of the unknown as you explore the cosmic vistas of Walvis Bay's Salt Works. Think alien landscapes, balletic birds, and a backdrop that smells a bit like sulphur. It's a mix of sci-fi fantasy and a salt shaker's dream, complete with the unsung symphony of industrial toil. Don't be fooled, behind the...