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In memory of Baden Philander
Posted on January 23, 2012 by blogmaster in MylifE Youth, The Village Pilot 2011The MylifE Foundation was devastated by the tragic news of Baden’s death on the 15th January 2012. Baden completed his internship with us whilst he was at the Raymond Ackerman Academy last year. We are blessed to have had Baden with us on our recent Journey to the Eastern Cape – where he kept us [...]
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Never Give Up – our final post for 2011..
Posted on December 21, 2011 by Linzi in The Village Pilot 2011It has been a very challenging year for all of us at The MylifE Foundation, one that has manifested many struggles and many rewards. We are so grateful to the many people that have supported our vision and daily interventions for the children and youth in our Society that need our love and care. We [...]
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Inspiration from Jeffrey’s Bay
Posted on December 9, 2011 by blogmaster in The Village Pilot 2011The final leg of our “exploration” spent with Daryn Sinclair (Ubuntu Jeffreys Bay) and the “street” children of Jefferey’s Bay, some of who are now SA Surfers – thanks to the care of the surfing community and Tunita Brits , Thys Strydom, Etienne and Rebel Surfboards. We spent some time with the kids teaching them [...]
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Catching up on our time @ Bulungula, in the Transkei..
Posted on December 4, 2011 by Linzi in The Village Pilot 2011Nothing could prepare MylifE for our trip to the Transkei –it took us 10 hours from Hogsback battling rain, mist, muddy gravel roads – travelling in circles for hours as we got lost and then found ‘PARADISE’ as the Team arrived at Bulungula. Bulungula Lodge is an ‘Eco-sustainable’ paradise situated on the outskirts of a [...]
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Amier’s Journey
Posted on November 18, 2011 by Linzi in The Village Pilot 2011This is the journey of a little boy that is the heart and soul of the MylifE Foundation, it is because of this child we all understand what it takes to nurture children into our World and the CHANCE that every child deserves. Amier Reed entered our lives at the MylifE Foundation at the tender [...]
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Clearing Alien Vegetation @ Terra Khaya
Posted on November 17, 2011 by blogmaster in The Village Pilot 2011Before Terra Khaya became what it is today, it was a piece of land covered with Invasive Alien Vegetation, specifically Wattle. Wattle on the property is in abundance and despite being labelled ‘Alien’ it serves to be a sustainable resource to Terra Khaya due to its continuous control and maintenace. The main uses of Wattle [...]
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‘Cata’ Village Tour
Posted on November 16, 2011 by blogmaster in The Village Pilot 2011An interesting and inspiring trip to Cata Village - a beautiful Xhosa village located on the Amathole Mountains. After a 40km drive, we arrived at the CATA Museum where one of the local youth presentedtheir museum, informed us of their History and interacted with our Team. This was followed by a walking tour through the village [...]
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Educational Hike with Don Green @ Arboretum, Hogsback
Posted on November 14, 2011 by blogmaster in The Village Pilot 2011Our Team embarked on an exciting educational hike lead by Don Green. We were taught about the medicinal uses of plants which were growing in abundance, and also learnt about the surrounding environment – how to respect nature and the benefits of forests. To get a glimpse of this beautiful adventure, please see our highlights [...]
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MylifE enjoys creative ‘Pottery Workshop’
Posted on November 14, 2011 by blogmaster in The Village Pilot 2011The MylifE team enjoyed a wonderful afternoon learning about the art of Pottery @ Mafika’s Pottery Cultural Craft & Touch Farm. After a short demonstration, each person got a turn at the wheel to create their own piece. To see the outcome, please view our highlights below..
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Toyota – Lead The Way
Posted on November 11, 2011 by blogmaster in Our SponsorsThe generously sponsored Toyota Hilux has become a vital requirement to ensure the success of this journey. After the first few days of sunlight, we had our first day of rain and thick mist. The MylifE Team drove 40km on gravel roads to ”Cata Village’ (find out more when Day 5 gets posted). Most of the roads are [...]
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