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Stunning Groendal

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On Saturday we loaded up the Chinese Racing Pig (our Bull Terrier, Jenna) and the Wolf in Training (our German Shepard, Tessa) and headed for the Groendal area in the hope that we could get close to the dam and get some images after the bountiful rain. As Ginno Fabri says; “The dams are now 427% full, I think!”

Getting to the dam was not to be, unfortunately, but we did get a chance to explore an incredibly beautiful part of Uitenhage and have a chat to one of the Groendal Reserve rangers who was most proud of his little section at the start of the Baviaans Reserve.

The Swartkops River is certainly flowing strongly and the dogs had a great time playing in the river just downstream of the first crossover point. As per normal the Longhair and I took more photographs than drops of water in the dams and would like to share the images below with you:

Swartkops River, Bountiful water and the Wolf in Disguise, Tessa
A pond has developed in front of the last house on the LHS of the Kruisrivier Road to Groendal
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Alan Straton

Chief Cook, Bottle Washer and Broom Mechanic at MyPE
Passionate about Port Elizabeth and definitely NOT packing for Perth. Alan's ethos is epitomised in the words of Nelson Mandela; "I have fought against white domination and I have fought against black domination. I have cherished the idea of a democratic and free society. If need be, it is an ideal for which I am prepared to die." See more articles by Alan.

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  1. Hi Alan. I found an image of yours of the Missionvale tree. I am in Australia and friends with a member of Missionvale Australia. She is doing a funraising concert, and as an artist I said I would donate a painting for a silent auction. I am wondering as I cannot visit Missionvale if i can use your photo as reference? We felt that the tree being the starting place was very pertinent. I’m happy to send you an image of the painting, which will be an interpretation of your work only. You can contact me on lund@netspace.net.au
     Regards,
    Lynne Lund

    • Hi Lynne

      MyPE is an ardent supporter of charities in and around Port Elizabeth. I am happy for you to use the image as a reference and more than happy to give back by publicising any work by any artist who shares the same community spirit.

      In other words, please do use the image with my blessings and let me know if I can help further publicise your cause and ensure that Missionvale gets vital cash to continue with their work.