Ishtar in the City

The life and times of a Crazy Cat Lady in South Africa

IshtarCT

IshtarCT
Location
Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
Birthday
October 01
Bio
I am a single 30-something from Cape Town, South Africa. I'm in IT (I believe for sins committed in a past life), currently working in the public sector but for many years previously in the private sector. I adore reading and am a proudly acknowledged book slut. I like being on my own and have made peace with the fact that I'm one of those people who live in their own heads. I like knowing stuff simply for the sake of knowing. I love cats and am an unashamed sucker for any cute kitty pic.

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MAY 22, 2009 5:20AM

The Joys of Public Transport: Main Road Buses

I don't know how many of you have travelled on Cape Town's buses but I can assure you it is an experience. Golden Arrow or Sibanye or whatever they're called now maintains (and I use the word advisedly) a motley fleet of buses. Some are new(ish) and fairly comfortable and I always… Read full post »

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MAY 21, 2009 9:26AM

Revised Rules of the Road: South African Edition

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The term “Rules of the Road” is actually a misnomer. In practice it is more like “suggestions” rather than rules. The word “rules” is used only to appease the “Authorities[1]” and should not be interpreted as meaning that a certain ac… Read full post »

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