Saffers

[Sards]

My pa het altyd gesê jy koop nooit kos by 'n maer kok nie.

A thin man is full of ambition...so watch your back

[Blake]

Sheesh, schools closing again...and a booze ban at the same time.

Fuck. I need a drink.

[Sards]

Sheesh, schools closing again...and a booze ban at the same time.

Fuck. I need a drink.

when they announced kids going back or the remote learning option I told my wife to keep the kids at home rather. To get them back into a school routine and 2 weeks later back on quarantine or lockdown is just such a waste of energy. Seems I was 1 week out

[assfly]

The Kenyan government closed all schools until the end of the year. Which is a bit of an overreaction in my opinion, based on our circumstances here.

It also means that those in government schools will have to repeat the year, but those in international schools continue to move to the next year. Ridiculous.

[handyman]

Public schools only.

[OomStruisbaai]

Glad I dont have kids in school anymore.

[assfly]

Glad I dont have kids in school anymore.

Are the job hunting like Sards kids?

[average joe]

Took the kids out of school in April. I saw no use in paying school fees while we had to teach them at home. Payed for a whole years syllabus at Cambridge the same as one term at school. The wife's at home anyways with her business down the drain. Might as well home school permanently.

[OomStruisbaai]

Took the kids out of school in April. I saw no use in paying school fees while we had to teach them at home. Payed for a whole years syllabus at Cambridge the same as one term at school. The wife's at home anyways with her business down the drain. Might as well home school permanently.

On Line is the future. My laaitie tried Unisa because his average was to low for Maties (skin colour is white). Now it was by far the best choice and he do very good. Now that he cant play and coach hockey , he have the time to do TEFL as well.

[Sards]

Glad I dont have kids in school anymore.

Are the job hunting like Sards kids?

we are sitting in Panarottis deciding which kid is the dishwasher

[Sards]

regarding the kids and school. My kids have been at it since March with no holiday. We are giving ours a 2 week holiday.

[average joe]

I don't see anything wrong with kids working. I started very young. We didn't get pocket money so if you wanted something you had to find work. Picked up dog shit, mowed lawns and did gardening as a 12 year old. Delivered news papers, now there's a kak job I tell you. The pastor lived on the opposite side of town from my house and naturally he was the last house on my route. I'll get to his house 6.15 and he'll be in the parsonage. He'll call me in and kak and complain about how unfair it is that he get's his paper so late and that I should deliver his paper first. Then I'll have to run all the way back home so I could get ready in time for my lift to school, which I missed on numerous occasions because of him practising his fire and brimstone Sunday sermon on me.

Some of the old farts in town would sometimes pay late or short change you and when the uncle who dropped the papers off came to collect payment he'll just deduct what's short off my cut. I think you got something like 50c for every paper you delivered back then. Once my little sister found my hiding place and took all the money and bought herself a whole fokon bag full of sweets. I had to deliver papers for free for four fokon months to pay back the uncle. Suffice to say that's were a parted ways with the Beeld and I've never touched one since.

Anyways I diverge, point is it's good for kids to work. It teaches good work ethic and the value of money.

[sorCrer]

I don't see anything wrong with kids working. I started very young. We didn't get pocket money so if you wanted something you had to find work. Picked up dog shit, mowed lawns and did gardening as a 12 year old. Delivered news papers, now there's a kak job I tell you. The pastor lived on the opposite side of town from my house and naturally he was the last house on my route. I'll get to his house 6.15 and he'll be in the parsonage. He'll call me in and kak and complain about how unfair it is that he get's his paper so late and that I should deliver his paper first. Then I'll have to run all the way back home so I could get ready in time for my lift to school, which I missed on numerous occasions because of him practising his fire and brimstone Sunday sermon on me.

Some of the old farts in town would sometimes pay late or short change you and when the uncle who dropped the papers off came to collect payment he'll just deduct what's short off my cut. I think you got something like 50c for every paper you delivered back then. Once my little sister found my hiding place and took all the money and bought herself a whole fokon bag full of sweets. I had to deliver papers for free for four fokon months to pay back the uncle. Suffice to say that's were a parted ways with the Beeld and I've never touched one since.

Anyways I diverge, point is it's good for kids to work. It teaches good work ethic and the value of money.

Fokken luxury. We used to have to get out of the lake at three o'clock in the morning, clean the lake, eat a handful of hot gravel, go to work at the mill every day for 5 cents a month, come home, and Dad would beat us around the head and neck with a broken bottle, if we were LUCKY!

[assfly]

[Big Nipper]

I don't see anything wrong with kids working. I started very young. We didn't get pocket money so if you wanted something you had to find work. Picked up dog shit, mowed lawns and did gardening as a 12 year old. Delivered news papers, now there's a kak job I tell you. The pastor lived on the opposite side of town from my house and naturally he was the last house on my route. I'll get to his house 6.15 and he'll be in the parsonage. He'll call me in and kak and complain about how unfair it is that he get's his paper so late and that I should deliver his paper first. Then I'll have to run all the way back home so I could get ready in time for my lift to school, which I missed on numerous occasions because of him practising his fire and brimstone Sunday sermon on me.

Some of the old farts in town would sometimes pay late or short change you and when the uncle who dropped the papers off came to collect payment he'll just deduct what's short off my cut. I think you got something like 50c for every paper you delivered back then. Once my little sister found my hiding place and took all the money and bought herself a whole fokon bag full of sweets. I had to deliver papers for free for four fokon months to pay back the uncle. Suffice to say that's were a parted ways with the Beeld and I've never touched one since.

Anyways I diverge, point is it's good for kids to work. It teaches good work ethic and the value of money.

Fokken luxury. We used to have to get out of the lake at three o'clock in the morning, clean the lake, eat a handful of hot gravel, go to work at the mill every day for 5 cents a month, come home, and Dad would beat us around the head and neck with a broken bottle, if we were LUCKY!

The good times never last

[Sards]

really really feel for the kids....they are starved for interaction.
Its getting to the point where there are regular bouts of tears because the youngest can't see his friends.

Now if you look at the history of plagues. A lot of people die in these events. 95 percent of the Mayans were lost to European smallpox . So its not something to take lightly.

If you look at the measures implemented during those very bad plagues its almost identical to measures implemented now. Social distancing. People actually had to walk around with a means to identify that they were infected. The phrase Quarantine was coined during the one plague. Where families were forced to keep away from others. Vulnerable people were isolated.

Now my youngest has asthma so there is no chance he is going back to school.

So he is being subjected to an isolation and starved of friendship. How unfortunate for these poor children to live at this time.

[sorCrer]

really really feel for the kids....they are starved for interaction.
Its getting to the point where there are regular bouts of tears because the youngest can't see his friends.

Now if you look at the history of plagues. A lot of people die in these events. 95 percent of the Mayans were lost to European smallpox . So its not something to take lightly.

If you look at the measures implemented during those very bad plagues its almost identical to measures implemented now. Social distancing. People actually had to walk around with a means to identify that they were infected. The phrase Quarantine was coined during the one plague. Where families were forced to keep away from others. Vulnerable people were isolated.

Now my youngest has asthma so there is no chance he is going back to school.

So he is being subjected to an isolation and starved of friendship. How unfortunate for these poor children to live at this time.

Private school?

[Sards]

really really feel for the kids....they are starved for interaction.
Its getting to the point where there are regular bouts of tears because the youngest can't see his friends.

Now if you look at the history of plagues. A lot of people die in these events. 95 percent of the Mayans were lost to European smallpox . So its not something to take lightly.

If you look at the measures implemented during those very bad plagues its almost identical to measures implemented now. Social distancing. People actually had to walk around with a means to identify that they were infected. The phrase Quarantine was coined during the one plague. Where families were forced to keep away from others. Vulnerable people were isolated.

Now my youngest has asthma so there is no chance he is going back to school.

So he is being subjected to an isolation and starved of friendship. How unfortunate for these poor children to live at this time.

Private school?

can't risk any form of school. It's a lot easier for the older kids. My eldest has 2 friends over for a sleep over which is in its 2nd day now. But obviously the parents of the younger kids don't want to risk it.
I can imagine what it's like for a 7 year old to spend 4 months in isolation with the family. And they understand but then again don't understand because big brother has his friends around

[Sandstorm]

Funny Sard, just a few weeks ago I can’t think of anyone who was taking all of this more lightly than you? Remember....?

[sorCrer]

really really feel for the kids....they are starved for interaction.
Its getting to the point where there are regular bouts of tears because the youngest can't see his friends.

Now if you look at the history of plagues. A lot of people die in these events. 95 percent of the Mayans were lost to European smallpox . So its not something to take lightly.

If you look at the measures implemented during those very bad plagues its almost identical to measures implemented now. Social distancing. People actually had to walk around with a means to identify that they were infected. The phrase Quarantine was coined during the one plague. Where families were forced to keep away from others. Vulnerable people were isolated.

Now my youngest has asthma so there is no chance he is going back to school.

So he is being subjected to an isolation and starved of friendship. How unfortunate for these poor children to live at this time.

Private school?

can't risk any form of school. It's a lot easier for the older kids. My eldest has 2 friends over for a sleep over which is in its 2nd day now. But obviously the parents of the younger kids don't want to risk it.
I can imagine what it's like for a 7 year old to spend 4 months in isolation with the family. And they understand but then again don't understand because big brother has his friends around

I'm only asking as those ridiculous cunts COSAS reckon they're going to close the private schools.

Look at the state of this doos:

[Sards]

Funny Sard, just a few weeks ago I can’t think of anyone who was taking all of this more lightly than you? Remember....?

I am not afraid of it. Of course I have thought about what it would feel like not being able to breathe and passing away like that. But obviously we care more about our children than we do about ourselves And I am a firm believer that you need to be working as an adult

[handyman]

Funny Sard, just a few weeks ago I can’t think of anyone who was taking all of this more lightly than you? Remember....?

He's all over the place.

[Sards]

Funny Sard, just a few weeks ago I can’t think of anyone who was taking all of this more lightly than you? Remember....?

He's all over the place.

Maybe I have had chance to look at the bigger picture.
History is littered with examples of plague/pandemic.
What is most striking for me is that in most recorded instances te circumstances are strikingly similar. And that a huge death toll is extracted until each strain is isolated and eradicated. the confusion for me is that with technology where it is today...how can we not get this under control. Look. What was mentioned is that in most cases it extracted its toll and the survivors developed resistance. The resurge in areas that had this under control is a huge concern. Basically we are vokked. You either get it and get over it or you get it , get over it and get it again. The only bright light is that the youth seem to deal with it .

So what do you realistically do?
Be a pariah of the state and go into isolation. Eating away at your families dwindling resources.Basically making it so much harder for your children to build on a legacy that is depleted.
Go at it and prepare yourself for the inevitable.....You get it.....and survive , or .....you get it and die. But at least you are continuing the family legacy and building your family towards a better future. The insurance money will also help. In this scenario but the risk must be balanced with reward. Have you prepared your family for a loss and are they ready to survive without you...?
Why do you think the discussion came around for my family to diversify. My wife could not run Steel-line alone. Even with the good people I have around me. Our kids are too young. So her only option would be to sell. And then what? And thats where we got into a discussion regarding where her passion actually lay. And what could she deal with. I am sure most of you have been going through similar scenarios in your mind or discussed the future of your family.
I realise we are not all presented with the same circumstances. But as men....( and Sandy ) , its our obligation to puzzle out a road map for our families future going forward. Without us.

And then of course its vitally important that you develop the proper habits that prevent contamination.

[Lemoentjie]

Those flu jabs Sards got a few months back are protecting him

[Sards]

Those flu jabs Sards got a few months back are protecting him

Thats what I have been thinking......

[OomStruisbaai]

News from Kenia
N24

Kenya extends coronavirus curfew, restricts alcohol sales

Kenya's President Uhuru Kenyatta has extended a nightly curfew and banned alcohol sales in restaurants as part of a bid to halt a steep rise in coronavirus cases.

In a stern televised address to the nation on Monday, Kenyatta said a countrywide curfew from 21:00 to 04:00 will remain in place for another 30 days and that "there shall be no sale of alcoholic beverages or drinks in eateries and restaurants" over the same period.

Restaurants are to close by 19:00 the president said, while bars are to remain shut.

The new restrictions came a day after health authorities in Kenya reported the highest single-day jump in infections, logging 960 new confirmed cases on Sunday. The total number of infections in the country has tripled in the past month, rising to 17 975, while the death toll from Covid-19 stands at 285.

In his speech, Kenyatta blamed the rise in cases on "reckless" behaviour and said there was notably an "aggressive surge" among young people who were socialising, "particularly in environments serving alcohol", and were, in turn, infecting their elders.

"The harsh reality my friends, is that we are at war. At war with an invisible enemy who is relentless," Kenyatta said.

[assfly]

News from Kenia
N24

Kenya extends coronavirus curfew, restricts alcohol sales

Kenya's President Uhuru Kenyatta has extended a nightly curfew and banned alcohol sales in restaurants as part of a bid to halt a steep rise in coronavirus cases.

In a stern televised address to the nation on Monday, Kenyatta said a countrywide curfew from 21:00 to 04:00 will remain in place for another 30 days and that "there shall be no sale of alcoholic beverages or drinks in eateries and restaurants" over the same period.

Restaurants are to close by 19:00 the president said, while bars are to remain shut.

The new restrictions came a day after health authorities in Kenya reported the highest single-day jump in infections, logging 960 new confirmed cases on Sunday. The total number of infections in the country has tripled in the past month, rising to 17 975, while the death toll from Covid-19 stands at 285.

In his speech, Kenyatta blamed the rise in cases on "reckless" behaviour and said there was notably an "aggressive surge" among young people who were socialising, "particularly in environments serving alcohol", and were, in turn, infecting their elders.

"The harsh reality my friends, is that we are at war. At war with an invisible enemy who is relentless," Kenyatta said.

There was a worry they would lockdown some of the counties, including Nairobi, but they seem to accept that the virus is everywhere so that won't achieve much.

There as also panic as it looked like all alcohol was banned, but bottle stores are still open. Not a bad move by the government, as the real problem has been with nightclubs and bars that are partying like there's no tomorrow.

International flights resume next week.

[OomStruisbaai]

Look like WP will be first back on the rugby field

BD

Western Cape Covid-19 cases peak with room to spare
Indicators point to a decisive drop in number of new Covid infections, particularly in Cape Town

The public health system in the Western Cape has survived the peak of the Covid-19 epidemic without running out of hospital beds or medical supplies, and has spare capacity that is yet to be utilised.

All indicators point to a decisive drop in the number of new infections, particularly in Cape Town, with the biggest declines in the densely populated areas of Khayelitsha and Klipfontein, which includes Gugulethu.

[assfly]

Look like WP will be first back on the rugby field

BD

Western Cape Covid-19 cases peak with room to spare
Indicators point to a decisive drop in number of new Covid infections, particularly in Cape Town

The public health system in the Western Cape has survived the peak of the Covid-19 epidemic without running out of hospital beds or medical supplies, and has spare capacity that is yet to be utilised.

All indicators point to a decisive drop in the number of new infections, particularly in Cape Town, with the biggest declines in the densely populated areas of Khayelitsha and Klipfontein, which includes Gugulethu.

Ah yes, the heartlands of Western Cape rugby.

[Sandstorm]

[‘tsek]

Look like WP will be first back on the rugby field

BD

Western Cape Covid-19 cases peak with room to spare
Indicators point to a decisive drop in number of new Covid infections, particularly in Cape Town

The public health system in the Western Cape has survived the peak of the Covid-19 epidemic without running out of hospital beds or medical supplies, and has spare capacity that is yet to be utilised.

All indicators point to a decisive drop in the number of new infections, particularly in Cape Town, with the biggest declines in the densely populated areas of Khayelitsha and Klipfontein, which includes Gugulethu.

First back to playing by-and-with themselves. Silverware beckons!

[Sandstorm]

Gaan kak

[OomStruisbaai]

Look like WP will be first back on the rugby field

BD

Western Cape Covid-19 cases peak with room to spare
Indicators point to a decisive drop in number of new Covid infections, particularly in Cape Town

The public health system in the Western Cape has survived the peak of the Covid-19 epidemic without running out of hospital beds or medical supplies, and has spare capacity that is yet to be utilised.

All indicators point to a decisive drop in the number of new infections, particularly in Cape Town, with the biggest declines in the densely populated areas of Khayelitsha and Klipfontein, which includes Gugulethu.

First back to playing by-and-with themselves. Silverware beckons!

Vokof Ox nOOp.

[‘tsek]

En dis nou Struisbaai se spreekbuis vir jou. Dankie vir die verwelkoming.

[OomStruisbaai]

En dis nou Struisbaai se spreekbuis vir jou. Dankie vir die verwelkoming.

sorry dit kan nie Ox wees nie.

[‘tsek]

Nope. Nothing bovine here.

[OomStruisbaai]

N24

The department of health recorded 315 new death as a result of Covid-19, with 121 from the Eastern Cape, 96 from Gauteng, 55 from KwaZulu-Natal, 34 from the Western Cape, and nine from North West.

Total deaths in SA are now 7 812.

There are 309 601 recoveries which translate to a recovery rate of 64%.

[Chilli]

The Eastern Cape is oit of control. I see loads of men here in groups not wearing masks

[handyman]

Slight sidenote, it seems SARS are sending out sms's to confirm that they've auto-assessed you. For those claiming back, I think tax season is open now. Worthwhile to have a look.

[Chilli]

Slight sidenote, it seems SARS are sending out sms's to confirm that they've auto-assessed you. For those claiming back, I think tax season is open now. Worthwhile to have a look.

Both my wife and I have received our refunds already.