Category Archives: east london

Welcome to the World, Baby!

Posted on March 10, 2010 by sheetalmakhan

On Sunday morning (March 7 2010) a little blessing finally made his grand appearance into the world. This handsome little boy belongs to my friend, Chetan and his wife Seema in East London, South Africa. Congratulations to you both. He’s … Continue reading →

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Game workers strike

Posted on August 26, 2009 by sheetalmakhan

Game workers were striking outside Retail Park, Beacon Bay on Tuesday August 18.

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Shooters Party @ Numbers

Posted on August 26, 2009 by sheetalmakhan

On Saturday, August 15 2009 there was a Shooters Party @ Numbers. My brother was on the decks that night, so I went to see/hear him play. It was a good night 🙂 With Losh, Jenean & Vijayan @ the … Continue reading →

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India’s Independence

Posted on August 26, 2009 by sheetalmakhan

To celebrate India’s 62nd year of independence, the East London Hindu Society held a short “flag hoisting” ceremony to mark this special day. Lunch was served thereafter. This was held on Saturday, August 15 2009.

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Krishna Jayanti

Posted on August 26, 2009 by sheetalmakhan

On Friday, August 14 2009 my mum & I went to mandir (temple) from 7:30pm to 1:30am… The birth of Lord Krishna is celebrated at midnight on Krishna Jayanti. At midnight, the ritual of waving lit lamps (aarti) is performed. … Continue reading →

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Bomb Scare @ Retail Park, Beacon Bay

Posted on August 26, 2009 by sheetalmakhan

I don’t enjoy shopping at all. If I need to buy something, I need to know exactly what I need so all I have to do is go in, buy it and get the hell outta there. I especially hate … Continue reading →

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Andre – The Hilarious Hypnotist

Posted on August 26, 2009 by sheetalmakhan

I’ve seen so many of Andre’s shows in the past, and they’re pretty much predictable by now. But since he was having a show in East London while I was there, I decided to go – just for old times … Continue reading →

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DJ Dino Bravo & Lulo Cafe

Posted on August 26, 2009 by sheetalmakhan

DJ Dino Bravo & Lulo Cafe were in East London for a gig on July 31 2009. As much as I wanted to, I didn’t make it to the gig @ Numbers. But – My brother and I got to … Continue reading →

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Good Hair Days are back again!

Posted on August 2, 2009 by sheetalmakhan

The first week of my being in SA is always very busy and jam-packed with appointments. Number 1 on my list: HAIRDRESSER! I’ve already blogged about my hair disaster in April. I got a cut that I was NOT happy … Continue reading →

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Hello, East London!

Posted on August 2, 2009 by sheetalmakhan

At East London airport with Donavon – who works for my dad With mum… after nearly 24 hours of traveling! My bedroom

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