Scams have always been around. We are familiar with the long lost uncle that wants to give us millions (if we first deposit money to him) and dubious callers who want our banking pins. But when a scam is dressed up in legal language, the lines become blurred. We don't want to go against the law. But we don't want to be taken advantage of, either. Is CopyTrack legit? I'll share my story and what I've learnt from what others have experienced and let you draw your own conclusions. For myself, yes, … [Read More...]
Meet the Blogger
Meet Expat Celeste: “I lost my mother close to the time that I became one myself”
Today we meet South African mom blogger Celeste, who blogs at I Wrote a Letter to My Love. My name is Celeste Strydom and I am a 35 year old, first time (somewhat crunchy, attachment) mommy to a 15 month old little girl, Emma Rose. I am from … [Read More...]
Product Review
Book Review: Kismet by Waheeda Joosab
This touching love story was written by South African mom blogger Waheeda Joosab, who was also the winner of our Health and Wellness category for our #AckermansBYYSAPBAwards for "The key to self love." Not only did she send me this lovely book, … [Read More...]
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Is CopyTrack Legit? How I got scammed.
Scams have always been around. We are familiar with the long lost uncle that wants to give us millions (if we first deposit money to him) and dubious callers who want our banking pins. But when a scam … [Read More...]
How to Start a Blog in South Africa in Four Basic Steps
So.. you'd like to share your story, your passion and your words with everyone? Welcome to the wonderful world of blogging! It may seem overwhelming, but it can be done, with perseverance, … [Read More...]
Social Sells Summit – 8 -12 September 2025
Everyone seems to be selling successfully on social media - but how do they do it? And how do you do it without being sleezy? Join myself and other experts at the Social Sells Summit - where you can … [Read More...]
Types of Fans Compared: Ceiling, Tower, Box and Pedestal Fans for Summer Cooling in South Africa
With the planet heating up, it's only going to get hotter from here on out. Are you prepared? My late hubby used to blast us with a pedestal fan on maximum, together with the ceiling fan while I … [Read More...]
Feeling burnt out and tattered? Chelsea Clark’s Glow Up book is what you need.
I've been a subscriber of Chelsea Clarke's for more than two years now, and I'm always interested in what she has to say. I've blogged here before about her Money Posts and she is definitely someone I … [Read More...]
