HIgh on life

Imagine a mad scramble through traffic to beat the rush hour of Johannesburg. A hotel overlooking the Wanderers cricket ground, submerged under the scaffolding of refurbishment. A meeting to discuss a piece of work with a common client.


Surely, you are completely bored by now.

Then imagine a man running in to this meeting; high on life and full of energy. And we are not talking about me now. A man bursting with ideas, spewing incredible stories, exuding passion like an aura, together with a few beads of sweat. Crazy thoughts linked together, humility, self depreciation, stacks of humour, and a scotch.

Now you have met Aki! A customer service guru, with attitude, ability, and adrenaline to spare.

And then this manifestation of energy asks me to work with him on another project. A project that could provide me with work on my terms for a number of years. It would require me to lift my game on a number of levels but could ultimately prepare me for one of my big ambitions; the public speaking circuit.

Funny how life works...

Salt Water & Camels

The emergency board meeting was held in fine conditions this morning. Hardly a breath of wind, a little bit of swell, and just three board members at the right spot made all of the difference. No notes were taken, although a couple of pictures were snapped. All were happy that it was pictures and not boards being snapped!

I was a little concerned about my ability this morning, especially considering my blow out just over a day ago. I was incredibly tired in the water but that did not stop me getting my quota of waves. Uncharacteristically I was able to call it quits at the right time, even thought the ocean kept on dishing up delectable wave slides for our pleasure. Perhaps I am starting to mature?

Take a good look at 2 of our Directors hard at work in the boardroom.

Back in my street, Christmas has come early! Our house has been kindly decorated, and the three wise men are planning on riding their camels up and down all day. Yes, just another bizarre day over here as an advert is shot for an overseas cell phone company. Camel rides will be offered to the children in the street a little later and I have no doubt that the film crew will be surprised by the number of little critters that live here!

Another incredible day in Africa!!