Donation placed in remembrance of Sylvia Motherwell (nee Boyes) and Lindsay Motherwell
Sylvia was born in 1939 in Kensington, a suburb of Cape Town, South Africa. This was during World War 2 when times were incredibly difficult for everyone.
Sylvia lost her parents at a very early age and was reared in the Leliebloem House Orphanage from about 2 years of age. Apart from the education she received, the Orphanage also provided speech and drama, as well as dancing lessons, all of which Sylvia loved. She remained at the Orphanage until the age of 18. Thereafter she entered the employ of a well known fashion designer as housekeeper, who lived in Hof Street, Cape Town, where Sylvia also resided.
In 1966 Sylvia joined the Eoan Group, an amateur opera company. The Group was established for the social and cultural upliftment of the lesser privileged members of the South African community. She met her lifelong friend Trevor Pretorius there, and together they participated in many operatic concerts, operas and American musicals.
During the run of the Roger and Hammerstein musical "South Pacific" at Cape Towns's Alhambra Theatre, Sylvia's life changed forever. She met the love of her life, Lindsay Motherwell, an Australian musician in the accompanying orchestra. Romance blossomed between them. Lindsay was a keen jazz musician and talented drummer who had spent some years working in South Africa.
The South African Government of the day had adopted many draconian laws, and mixing and marrying across the colour line was strictly prohibited and arrests were often carried out by the police, even if a mixed couple just held hands or were known to be together alone. When Sylvia visited Lindsay in his apartment he had to have a maids uniform handy in case the Police knocked on the door.
Lindsay & Sylvia were very much in love & realised that if they wanted a life together they would have to leave South Africa. They eventually made their way to London where they were married before deciding to return to Lindsay’s home country of Australia to live in the early 1970’s.
On the journey from London to Australia the ship they migrated on called the "Fairsky", called at Cape Town for a few hours en route to Australia from the UK. Lindsay was forbidden by the authorities to go ashore with his wife to visit their friends, including Trevor and David Berry. When the ship came alongside the quay at about midnight Trevor and David shouted across the water .."Sylvia"! - and her high pitched voice came back to them to say she was glad to be back in her home country.
Lindsay was a successful musician in Australia and he and Sylvia enjoyed a happy life there.
Sylvia loved Australia, and she loved her home country South Africa, and they both visited South Africa several times over the years, until ill health made it difficult for Sylvia to undertake the journey.
Both Sylvia & Lindsay have passed away and hopefully their memory will live on through the donation in both their names to assist the children of Leliebloem House.
Sylvia lost her parents at a very early age and was reared in the Leliebloem House Orphanage from about 2 years of age. Apart from the education she received, the Orphanage also provided speech and drama, as well as dancing lessons, all of which Sylvia loved. She remained at the Orphanage until the age of 18. Thereafter she entered the employ of a well known fashion designer as housekeeper, who lived in Hof Street, Cape Town, where Sylvia also resided.
In 1966 Sylvia joined the Eoan Group, an amateur opera company. The Group was established for the social and cultural upliftment of the lesser privileged members of the South African community. She met her lifelong friend Trevor Pretorius there, and together they participated in many operatic concerts, operas and American musicals.
During the run of the Roger and Hammerstein musical "South Pacific" at Cape Towns's Alhambra Theatre, Sylvia's life changed forever. She met the love of her life, Lindsay Motherwell, an Australian musician in the accompanying orchestra. Romance blossomed between them. Lindsay was a keen jazz musician and talented drummer who had spent some years working in South Africa.
The South African Government of the day had adopted many draconian laws, and mixing and marrying across the colour line was strictly prohibited and arrests were often carried out by the police, even if a mixed couple just held hands or were known to be together alone. When Sylvia visited Lindsay in his apartment he had to have a maids uniform handy in case the Police knocked on the door.
Lindsay & Sylvia were very much in love & realised that if they wanted a life together they would have to leave South Africa. They eventually made their way to London where they were married before deciding to return to Lindsay’s home country of Australia to live in the early 1970’s.
On the journey from London to Australia the ship they migrated on called the "Fairsky", called at Cape Town for a few hours en route to Australia from the UK. Lindsay was forbidden by the authorities to go ashore with his wife to visit their friends, including Trevor and David Berry. When the ship came alongside the quay at about midnight Trevor and David shouted across the water .."Sylvia"! - and her high pitched voice came back to them to say she was glad to be back in her home country.
Lindsay was a successful musician in Australia and he and Sylvia enjoyed a happy life there.
Sylvia loved Australia, and she loved her home country South Africa, and they both visited South Africa several times over the years, until ill health made it difficult for Sylvia to undertake the journey.
Both Sylvia & Lindsay have passed away and hopefully their memory will live on through the donation in both their names to assist the children of Leliebloem House.
ISIBINDI WON THE
LARISSA AWARD!
MESSAGE FROM:
Merle Allsopp, Director of NACCW:
After being short-listed as one of three organisations Isibindi was invited to attend the award ceremony in Addis Ababa last week. “If we win, this would draw attention to a model for the care of children that we know works.” ISIBINDI won the Larissa Award – an award that seeks to support initiatives on our continent that support the realisation of children’s rights! “We do hope you share in the joy and triumph of this moment – a sense of achievement for us all – but most importantly a sense of possibility for our children! My thanks to you for your part in making this happen!!!”
Merle Allsopp, Director of NACCW:
After being short-listed as one of three organisations Isibindi was invited to attend the award ceremony in Addis Ababa last week. “If we win, this would draw attention to a model for the care of children that we know works.” ISIBINDI won the Larissa Award – an award that seeks to support initiatives on our continent that support the realisation of children’s rights! “We do hope you share in the joy and triumph of this moment – a sense of achievement for us all – but most importantly a sense of possibility for our children! My thanks to you for your part in making this happen!!!”
Warm welcome to Claudine Joshua
Bookkeeper / Accountant:
Claudine Joshua born in Cape Town, completed Primary and High School in Manenberg. Further tertiary education through Protea College and UNISA. In 1999 just after the Tornado in the community of Manenberg she volunteered as Secretary at the Parish of Reconciliation in Manenberg to address the needs of those affected by the Tornado. Her work in Social Development was sparked by this involvement. Over the years she have gained extensive experience in the Financial Management value chain. Her interests include Spiritual and Prophetic Dancing , she is extensively involved in Young People’s Ministry and enjoy nature’s outdoor life
Claudine Joshua born in Cape Town, completed Primary and High School in Manenberg. Further tertiary education through Protea College and UNISA. In 1999 just after the Tornado in the community of Manenberg she volunteered as Secretary at the Parish of Reconciliation in Manenberg to address the needs of those affected by the Tornado. Her work in Social Development was sparked by this involvement. Over the years she have gained extensive experience in the Financial Management value chain. Her interests include Spiritual and Prophetic Dancing , she is extensively involved in Young People’s Ministry and enjoy nature’s outdoor life
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Regent Golf day to raise funds for Leliebloem House: 3 May 2012
SPECIAL THANK YOU TO: Jacques Brand from Regent Insurance Company Ltd
Leliebloem received a huge donation of food from Regent. These regular donations-in-kind has a huge impact on our daily expenses. We are also privileged to be one of the beneficiaries at a fundraising golf day hosted by Regent. Please support this event and help us make a difference in the lives of our children. For more information phone: Jannie van Zyl at 0834198768 or 0219122514 PLEASE SUPPORT THIS EVENT. |
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The Masaai Warriors cricket team visits Leliebloem:
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CURRENT NEWS
A special thank you to Dr. John Gosling (consultant psychiatrist) who has been volunteering his services as part of the multi-disciplinary team at Leliebloem House. His contribution to the team is very valuable and his continued involvement at Leliebloem House is highly appreciated. The following was announced in the budget speech: “Social welfare priorities include early childhood development programmes and the Isibindi childcare and protection programme. These are initiatives which have strong community-based employment benefits, and they are allocated an additional R1.4 billion over the MTEF. ”What a collective achievement this is … what a moment…’Isibindi’ is going to become a household name!!! Read more about Isibindi on our projects page... EVENTS: 10 March 2012 - FAMILY DAY We will be having a Family Day from 10H00 - 12H00. For more information please contact Ruth on 021 697 4947. 12 August 2012 - ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING |
