We’ve been back in Zurich for the last ten days, and it’s been a whirlwind. Family lunches, coffees with friends, long walks, conversations that start…
Author: Catrina
A Happy 10K and Even Happier News
Over the past two months, I’ve been coaching Sandra for her 10k, and we were both excited about this one. It wouldn’t be her first…
Running News, One Very Nervous Inbox Refresh and Life Lessons
Exciting news from my running life: Cape Town Marathon entry, French learning wins, AI tutors, and lessons on adventure and growth.
Chaos in the Vineyards
I did a 14k race, the Grape Run in one of Cape Town’s vineyards. It was beautiful.
Oversleeping: My Secret Weapon for Race Day
Well, race day did not start as planned. I overslept by thirty minutes. My Garmin was set for 4:15am, which would give us enough time…
Back in Cape Town and Brewing Up Plans
Here we are again – back in Cape Town!It always takes about a week to settle back into the rhythm, but it’s starting to feel…
Switzerland, See You Later
Tonight, we’re flying back to Cape Town after three wonderful months in Switzerland. The final week is always a whirlwind of errands – packing, organising,…
From Chatbot Chaos to Autumn Calm: A Week in Hamburg
“We regret to inform you that your flight from Zurich to Hamburg has been cancelled”. Of all the worst-case scenarios I’d prepared for, this one…
An Alpine Hike and a Gram of Gold
Our hike started the civilised way: at a rooftop bar in Salzburg (Austria) with Doris, the local blogging queen. I ordered a Hugo so good…
A 14km Race and Inspirations
Do you know that feeling when you’re completely unprepared for something? Well, I had that feeling last Saturday. I was at the starting line of…