02/10/2025
And just like that, the choir competition has come to an end 😪😪, and the choir is heading home. We achieved a silver medal 🎉🥈 in the Chamber Choir Category, and this experience has been incredibly uplifting and has strengthened our bonds as a choir.
We were surprised to win silver, not because we doubted our abilities, but because some of the other choirs performing at the friendship concerts were on a whole different level. We were truly amazed by their talent and knew we were in for a tough competition.
It was a moment of immense pride for the Treble Clefs when we witnessed our choir conductor accepting the medal. Another proud moment was when we stood and sang our national anthem not just once, but twice, as Paul Roos High School from Stellenbosch took home gold in two categories.
The first few days were packed with rehearsals and performances at friendship concerts, even treating the guests at our hotel to a song or two, which they thoroughly enjoyed.
After the medal 🏅 ceremony, we finally had the chance to unwind and indulge in some tourist activities. We arranged for a driver who took us to a boat modeling factory, a dormant volcano followed by a visit to a local t-shirt and gift shop that offered great prices. We explored the Black River Waterfall and savored the most delicious Mauritian cuisine for lunch at a restaurant tucked away in a forest.
We also visited Grand Bassin, where we marveled at the largest statues we had ever seen.
After a day filled with fun and exploration, we returned home to prepare for our all-white dinner evening. And of course, in true Cape Town fashion, the ladies took over the dance floor 💃🕺, much to the delight of the other tourists.
The next day, we booked a day trip to Ile aux Cerfs island on a Catamaran cruise. We boarded the catamaran via a speedboat, and as we approached the waterfall, we hopped back onto the speedboat to get even closer. We enjoyed lunch on the catamaran, where they barbecued meat and fish right on the boat, and we also stopped at a spot with crystal-clear water where snorkeling was an option if you wished.
Once again, staying true to our Cape Town vibe, the ladies dazzled the other tourists with their fantastic dance moves. We spent some time on the island and returned feeling exhausted yet sun-kissed.
Upon arriving back at the hotel, we freshened up and got dressed for dinner, followed by packing since our flight was scheduled for 8:00 AM, and we needed to be ready by 5:15 AM for the airport transfer.
Indeed, it was a brief trip, but absolutely worth it. We are looking forward to attending another Choir Games in two or more years, and this time, we are aiming for gold.
Thank you for all your support and prayers.
