PinnedOppi StoepHollywood DialoguesA few days ago, someone asked me if I still write a blog. I was pretty much ready to ask why someone I knew (and loved) would not have seen…Feb 22, 2022Feb 22, 2022
PinnedOppi StoepBeen a MinuteIt’s not writer’s block. There is instead flow. Though this has not translated into great outputs, instead it’s been slow, small little…Nov 18, 2023Nov 18, 2023
PinnedOppi StoepThe PoetA few weeks ago, a reader asked me if I only ever visit small dusty towns when I’m exploring. I was not sure how to reply so I left the…Sep 27, 2022Sep 27, 2022
Oppi StoepIt’s a dateYou’d be forgiven for thinking you woke up to summer on the highveld. If you woke up at say 10am. If you’re barely holding it together and…Sep 15Sep 15
Oppi StoepKwasongA call out the blue with the words; I would really like to talk to you has brought Heba and I together for a coffee and catch-up. She’s…Aug 24Aug 24
Oppi StoepGibran’s SurrenderWe are fast approaching the arrival of Spring in the southern hemisphere. The days are more than 20 minutes longer since the official…Aug 16Aug 16
Oppi StoepOverheard DialogueDuring a recent call with a dear friend; I got to hear all about her aunt’s trip to the west coast fishing village in the holy land. Her…Jul 25Jul 25
Oppi StoepWithout ExclamationIt’s the middle of July in the holy land (and likely in the rest of the world too). The highveld is that very specific highveld winter tan…Jul 18Jul 18