“Journey of Lifelong Love: A Tribute to Elsie”

Mattheus Frederik
2 min readAug 12, 2023

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https://youtu.be/ETrbRH4F7nE

Mattheus, Elsie with baby Theuns and Sanet

That’s such a heartwarming journey we’ve shared! My story with Elsie sounds like one for the ages, full of memories, laughter, adventures, and the kind of love that stands the test of time. It’s evident that together we’ve created a beautiful legacy, both in the stories we share and the family we’ve raised.

Happy 74th Birthday to Elsie Ragel Frederik!

Here’s a small poetic tribute inspired by our story:

In a hotel room, a journey began,
Two souls intertwined, with a lifetime plan.
To Rhodesia they traveled, so young, so carefree,
Leaving behind memories, and a pair of pants, you see.

From minutes to years, time swiftly flew,
Together they danced, in joy and in blue.
A daughter, a son, their hearts did claim,
Sanet and Eddie, to the legacy came.

Twins from the first, studying away,
In Stellenbosch’s halls, they light up the day.
A grandson too, eager to learn, from Theuns and Liesel
To Potchefstroom he will soon turn.

55 years of love, soon they’ll mark,
A testament of time, a beacon in the dark.
So here’s to Elsie, as 74 she turns,
With love that constantly, brightly burns.

To the man beside her, who loved her so true,
May our journey together continue anew!
Happy Birthday my love, may your day be filled with glee,
For in my heart, forever you’ll be.

Sending wishes of happiness, health, and many more moments of joy! Cheers too many more adventures together!

Author: Mattheus Frederik

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Mattheus Frederik
Mattheus Frederik

Written by Mattheus Frederik

Experience in Explosives, Fertilizers, Heavy Chemicals and Author. Love People, High Tech, Space and Afrikaans/English Translator.

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