This nifty guide to software treasure hunting suggests Softonic for vintage software gems, warns of bloatware booby-traps, and recommends Skylum's Luminar for photo editing cheap thrills. Seeking free licenses or extended trials? Techno360 and Shareware-On-Sale are your pals. Just don't forget to protect your inbox from spam using a decoy email account. Always reading before clicking “OK” is the...
Embracing Diversity: Out Of The LGBT+ Closet
I remember the awkward moment when I came out to my mom during another potential introduction to another female friend. Mustering up courage, I blurted out, “Mom, I'm gay.” Her response? “Well, that's certainly a unique choice.” I could practically hear the crickets chirping in the background, briefly. Growing up closeted, embracing diversity was a challenge. I felt isolated and...
Exploring Pond 5: The Ultimate Resource for Royalty-Free Stock Art
Since the rise of the World Wide Web, finding digital assets is as easy as pie, but beware: you can't just snatch and use stock art or any other digital media! The copyright trap lurks around every corner, with eagle-eyed companies and software prepared to raise hell for any infringement. But fear not, fair freelancers and careful creators, there's...
Vacancy | Library Intern Swellendam
Get paid to sort, scan, deliver, and possibly dodge falling books as an EPWP Intern at Swellendam Library Service. Must sport Grade 12 education, youth (18-35 years), computer skills, and excellent verbal/written chatter. Offers are open only for the Swellendam crowd. Apply before 15 March 2023. Go, go, go! ...
Food | Stroopwafels
For sugar aficionados, the Dutch treat of stroopwafels, or syrup waffles, will spin your tastebuds like a roller coaster! Born in the picturesque city of Gouda, these crispy delights filled with caramel gooeyness have infiltrated worldwide snack cupboards. Fancy a DIY? Grab some flour, butter, brown sugar, yeast, eggs and a dash of cinnamon for the perfect homemade stroopwafel!...
Christian Cross: Secrets and Symbolism You Never Knew
Here's the crux of the story, folks! The Christian cross, a global heartthrob, wowed audiences way before Christianity. Used by many ancient civilizations as an emblem, the cross has had star turns as the Egyptian Tau Cross and the luck-bringing Fylfot Cross! Nowadays, it's often seen in fashion showrooms, tattoo studios and, hey, even as symbols of hope, love and sacrifice...
The Naked Man on the Helderberg Wine Route
Anton Smit, famed South African sculptor, rules the roost in the art world with his colossal abstract structures, most notably - the bare dude in Cape Town's Idiom Winery. This metal masterpiece enhances its surroundings, collaborating effortlessly with vineyards and vintage wines. So, if you fancy a tipple and eye-catching outdoor art, take a joyride along the Helderberg Wine Route. Just...
Origins | The Enterprise
Since the 70s, the Enterprise ride has been spinning smiles onto faces at fairs worldwide. Despite the digital age threatening to derail its popularity, this classic carnival creation clings on tenaciously. Whether through screen-age tech tweaks or a nostalgic resurgence, the ride's future could still be sky high! ...
Unlock a World of Flavor with DIY Hot Sauce & Chutnies
Spicing up life since 6,000 years, hot sauce took a global tour in the 16th century and never looked back. Now, if you're bored with the store-bought versions, get creative and DIY your own red-hot elixir or a mild chutney. Just remember to wear gloves while wrestling with chilies because safety is no laughing matter even if your hot...
Food | Coffee Roasted Nuts
I stumbled upon the mouthwatering delights of candied coffee-coated peanuts at a South African market. I then found myself taking a jovial deep-dive into the history and making of this insidiously addictive snack (you've been warned!). From 16th-century nutty coffee concoctions in the Middle East to present-day DIY recipes, I invite you to join me in the exploration of this sweet,...
