SANIBONANI South Africa- Afcon 2013

This is terrible. 23 days of the Afcon tournament and I didn't write a post on it. Well the truth is, I lost all interest when Bafana was eliminated. Prior to that I was too occupied for the blog. My apologies.

The nation had hope, hope that last night would be a Bafana final. How amazing would that have been? But, we are still proud of you BAFANA!

Last nights match and closing ceremony was spectacular none the less. Nigeria are deserving winners of the cup.

South Africa did an amazing job hosting the tournament. We hope for more sporting events to be held in Zuid-Afrika and better end results for all our natonal sporting teams(we know you can do it!).

Pictures:http://www.afcon2013online.com
www.sowetanlive.co.za

THE RUNWAY- Mercedes Benz Fashion Week New York 7th-14Th

The Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week 2013 is currently being held at Lincoln Center until the 14th of February.

African designers (my personal favourites) that will be showcasing their collections include David Tlale from South Africa and Max Azaria from Tunisia.

Other big designers include:
DKNY, Tommy Hilfiger, Lacoste, Carolina Herrera, Diane Von Furstenberg, Vera Wang, Calvin Klein and Ralph Lauren

Next fall trends will greatly be determined by the designs showcased here.

Check the blog in a few days for a sneak peak of the latest looks.

SANIBONANI South Africa- Charity

This past weekend I attended and participated in a ladies lunch and fashion show to collect funds and raise awareness for Gaza, Palestine.

Thanx to all the organizers for all the hard work that they put in, the event was a great success and thoroughly enjoyed by all the attendees.

I'm sure most of you are familiar with the struggle in Palestine. Apartheid, yes, being South African we all know what that is. Being born in the 1990's I was fortunate enough not to experience apartheids oppression. Yet looking into the eyes and listening to the stories of those who lived through it, brings shivers and tears to my eyes.

Reading about and viewing pictures of the current state in Palestine is heart breaking. The little that we can do to assist the people of Palestine, must be done. Looking at SA and how far we've come, brings hope for the future of Palestine. Please remember them in your prayers. Palestine must be free!

For more info on the Israeli apartheid Read "Israeli Apartheid: A beginners guide" by Ben white

Sign up for BDS updates here:
http://www.bdsmovement.net/

RECIPE - Easy Peezy Meringues

Easiest meringues ever!!

Ingredients:
•2 Egg whites
•115g Sugar
•1 tsp Vanilla Essence
•Food colouring

Method:
1.Beat egg white until stiff.
2. Slowly add sugar. Once all sugar is added add vanilla essence and colouring. Beat for 1 minute until mixture is glossy.
3.Form peaks with spoon or nozzle the mixture out.
4.Bake at 200°c for 30 minutes. Then turn off the heat and let it cool in the oven.

Serve with fresh fruit and ice cream.

Hello Readers..Hello 2013

Hi there readers. Its been a while since the last blog post. I'd like to apologize for my absence. This festive season has been a real busy one. I hope and trust you all had a splendid holiday season.
I cannot believe its 2013 already.
"New year, new beginnings" is what I say to myself at the beginning of each new year. The only way to start a fresh, to have a new beginning is to leave behind the baggage of yesterday. If all of last years drama's are not yet resolved, start resolving them today.
I'm a believer of resolution lists. All great things start with a vision, or a dream. Make a list of the things you would like to achieve. Then make plans to achieve them. But most importantly, don't forget to have fun!

I'm extremely enthusiastic and eager in regard to this blog in 2013!! Hope you all are too :)
Please feel free to contact me, I look forward to your suggestions.
Twitter:@honeybirdchild
Email:thehoneybirdchild@hotmail.com
xx Honey coated kisses xx