1 step at a time

16/10/2018

This could be YOU!
Join us on retreat from 4 - 9 November
Take a trip into the wild, enjoy the outdoors, walk and explore, learn new tools to bring about change and growth, discover a new you, share campfire stories and Pearl's of wisdom.
Take a much deserved break and Invest in YOU!
https://www.lifewithheidie.com/travel

17/01/2017

Life is what you make of it and so here I go ..........
A year to make changes, to explore, discover and learn new things, a year to grow, give back and share. A year to love, live and feel with unbridled passion and boundless energy. Let's rock 2017 with some exciting and amazing adventures 1 step at a time.

18/07/2016

Stunningday

06/07/2016

A stunning trail walk from Malelane Gate in the Kruger, another tick on a very long list. Such an awesome experience exploring the bush and being up close with Hyena, giraffe, buffalo, Hippo, Rhino even a small 6 month old Rhino. A few scary moments but hugely informative and enjoyable. Thanks for sharing this all with me my Amberlina !

26/05/2016

Reality has set in and this epic journey is fading into a kaleidoscope of awesome memories and magic moments.
Nothing beats pushing yourself out of your comfort zone, setting yourself a challenge and living your dream, it brings about change, huge growth and an amazing sense of accomplishment.
It also comes with Fear, uncertainty and doubt but overcoming all of those releases an inner personal power than can be drawn on time and time again when the going gets tough. Sharing this experience with my daughter was very precious, special and enlightening and I have been blessed with a treasure trove of magnificent memories that will last a lifetime.Onto a more serious note we embarked on this trip for numerous reasons one of them being to raise funds for The North Coast Courier Orphan Fund which has been around for many years helping the needy in our community. The closing date for contributions and donations is the 31st of May and we would love to be able to make a difference in some children's lives.Please open your hearts and help us end this amazing trip with a bang - Any amount big or small will be appreciated and we thank those of you that have already contributed. The Bank details are :
Zimbali Rotary ABSA 9245 763 008 with reference: 1 step at a time.

PS - I'm working on the next trip watch this space

10/05/2016

Back home, they are focused on getting the fund-raising together, so that they can hand over a cheque to make a difference to the Orphan Fund.

24/04/2016

Please support our worthy cause and donate a LITTLE or BIG something into the Rotary account for The North Coast Courier Orphan Fund - ABSA 9245 763 008 with walk and your name as reference.
South Africa to most Turks does not feature on the world map when we say where we from, they reply with Where and in what country is that ? Then it follows with, Oh you must have moved there from somewhere else cause you white ???
Most information given is not accurate, 500m down the road is actually 2km, there is a bus coming could be today tomorrow or the next day, the tram costs 12 Lire could actually mean 20 or 30 Lire. It's all just to please and give an answer even if incorrect. Every shop we pass it's hello Lady, Yes Please.
It's been a journey and stories abound but alas like all good things everything must come to an end. We said a heartsore goodbye to our trusted sticks that helped us through many a jam and where given to us by a dear old Turkish lady in Sidyma that couldn't speak a word of English but relayed all her feelings through her actions and eyes. Feeling so so blessed and very grateful for this amazing experience.

23/04/2016

This stretch was very steep and isolated but so beautiful. You reach a lighthouse and think that's it, we are up now but there is probably still another 3 to 4km of uphill. We where missing in action for most of the day as the tracker lost signal. We did a lot of scrambling over rocks and under trees and our bodies where seriously worse for wear on our arrival in Adrasan. Then onto the beautiful ruins of Olympos and the quant little town of Cirali. Everyday a new adventure !

20/04/2016

Please remember to support our worthy cause- North Coast Courier Orphan Fund.

Heidie Smith and her daughter, Amber Mendes took some well-deserved time off and traded land for sea when they hopped onto a boat to go and see the sunken city.

17/04/2016

What legacy do you want to leave behind, it's a question that gets asked often ? For me its : Live life, push boundaries, be more than you ever thought you could be, love with all your heart and soul ! For you it might be something totally different but whatever it is do it whole heartedly and with everything you have. This trip has blown me away with its beauty, splendour and magic around every corner. It has also made me think about the simplicity of life and what is really needed for happiness and peace of mind. I am truly blessed with THE most amazing family that supports me and backs me no matter what. Thank you to all of you Opa, Oma, Maims, Bada, Naz, Fred, Alex, Mopy, Jay, Dom, Ty, Dyl, Kristen, Kyle and Sophie. Amazing and crazy friends from Vryheid and Ballito. Amber who has made this trip something magical and so special and last but actually most important my Sunshine, without you this would not have been possible - you have my heart and I will love you always !