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Greetings Kind Folk,
Welcome to our February edition. I have to say, since last month’s
launch of the first issue, many dams full of water have flowed into the
sea, as you would expect. My learning curve has been about as steep
as the proverbial “dead-man’s curve” - most chopper aviators will tell
you about. Yep… stay out of that zone and be safe! However, when one
takes on more than one can chew, one finds ways of not choking. OK,
that may be a tad graphic but hey… just the other day I asked myself
the question about old dogs and new tricks – so, I’ll repeat my answer
to self. Either I’m not old, or I’m not a dog… or maybe even both?

OK… enough about my indigestion problems. So, there we were –
facing a rather stiff deadline, necessitating the executive decision to
push the launch out to 20 January – the results of the pushout speak
for themselves. Thanks to Paul - the FenderBomb - who is responsible In this month’s magazine the regulars return, thanks to Inge, Dries,
for putting together the magazine – he did a fantastic job, under undue Khaya, Hester, Maurine and Dina. Of course, these good folks now
pressure – moving house, no internet and the like! know… there’s no escape any longer! I have to add, Paul – our very
own FenderBomb – will again take us surfing – a man of many talents
However, our FenderBomb is an old army man, so he came through – not only does Paul put together the magazine – he adds interesting
the little obstacle course with flying colours – I’m sure you will agree content.
wholeheartedly with me. But… and here’s the big BUT… I need to say a
special thanks to those who took the first edition experiment on faith! Also, in this month’s issue – our very first letter to the editor. Thanks
Thanks… you didn’t know what the results would be yet, none-the- Tony, you have truly made me a happy man. I do hope that we’ll
less, you submitted great content! Your contributions have led to a few have loads of content from you and the SAMVO organisation in the
positives, namely: future… spreading friendship should know no boundaries, as you have
pointed out.
• You filled the first issue with great images and words… set-
ting an example for us to build on New this month is the beginning of Nellie’s story – specially for our
• You’ve spread friendship and a positive image - enhancing Afrikaans readers. Nellie is quite the lady - created by Hester and filled
my vision for the SWW platform out by yours truly. Look at this as a collaborative project, simply for
• Others, who have seen the first edition have decided to join fun. Yep, that means we’re very open to creativity.
our fun – spreading more positive reaction.
I have to keep myself from pinching myself – yes, I know that sounds
all wrong but hey – you know what I mean, don’t you? I also have to
keep reminding myself that this platform is built on music too. So, as
of this issue, Jane will be adding her special touch – music from the
songwriter’s perspective.

Joe has taken up where I left off my little trip along the Irish canals. I’m
crossing my fingers that he’ll keep feeding the monster, because the
Irish Canal system has a fascinating attraction. I’m also proud to say
that in this month’s issue we begin sharing the story of Cristin’s quest
– to cycle around the world in record time – breaking the Guinness
World Record in the process.

Philip has kindly provided a brief history of the SAAFA – a special
feature in this month’s Veterans Tales section. The stories just keep
on coming… and you, our happy readers are asked only a few things,
please. Enjoy, support and share… we are really indebted to you for the
success of this friendship building endeavour!

Thank you,
Vossie
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