Die sonlig val sag oor Greenmarket Square in Kaapstad.

The sunlight falls gently over Greenmarket Square in Kaapstad.

Dit is herfs, en die koue briesie blaas liggies oor die markplein.

It is autumn, and the cold breeze blows lightly across the market square.

Die geskiedenis van die plein weergalm tussen die ou geboue, en die vrolike geroesemoes van mense vul die lug.

The history of the square echoes between the old buildings, and the cheerful chatter of people fills the air.

Oral is daar kleurvolle stalletjies met handgemaakte kunswerke en tekstiele.

Everywhere there are colorful stalls with handmade artwork and textiles.

Die reuk van varsgebakte kos lok honger kliënte nader.

The smell of freshly baked food lures hungry customers closer.

Annelie stap energiek deur die mark.

Annelie walks energetically through the market.

In haar dertigerjare is sy vol idees vir haar klein tekstielbesigheid.

In her thirties, she is full of ideas for her small textile business.

Sy soek na iets uniek, 'n stof wat inspirasie kan bied vir haar nuwe lenteversameling.

She is looking for something unique, a fabric that can inspire her new spring collection.

Haar oë soek deur die kleurrykdom, op soek na die perfekte stuk.

Her eyes search through the riot of color, looking for the perfect piece.

Nie ver van haar af nie, stap Johan, nog nuut in die stad.

Not far from her, Johan walks, still new to the city.

Hy is op 'n sending om 'n spesiale geskenk vir sy suster se verjaardag te vind.

He is on a mission to find a special gift for his sister's birthday.

Sy stil en bedagsame aard maak hom anders as Annelie, maar vandag het hy besluit om iets besonders vir sy suster te soek.

His quiet and thoughtful nature makes him different from Annelie, but today he has decided to look for something special for his sister.

Die mark is besig, en mense koop vinnig die beste goedere op.

The market is busy, and people are quickly buying up the best goods.

Terwyl Annelie 'n draai maak, vang 'n pragtige rol stof haar oog.

As Annelie turns a corner, a beautiful roll of fabric catches her eye.

Dit is helder, vol ingewikkelde patrone in die rykste kleure.

It is bright, full of intricate patterns in the richest colors.

Sy weet dit sal perfek wees vir haar ontwerp.

She knows it will be perfect for her design.

Terselfdertyd sien Johan dieselfde stof.

At the same time, Johan sees the same fabric.

Hy dink hoe sy suster se oë sal blink as sy iets so besonders ontvang.

He thinks of how his sister's eyes will light up when she receives something so special.

Hulle stap albei nader, hand uit na die stof.

They both step closer, reaching out for the fabric.

Wanneer hulle hande ontmoet, hou hulle stil.

When their hands meet, they pause.

"Hallo," sê Annelie met 'n vriendskaplike glimlag.

"Hello," says Annelie with a friendly smile.

"Ek sien hierdie stof is baie populêr.

"I see this fabric is very popular."

"Johan knik skaam.

Johan nods shyly.

"Ja, dit is regtig mooi.

"Yes, it is really beautiful.

Dit sal 'n wonderlike geskenk wees.

It would make a wonderful gift."

"Hulle begin gesels, elk vertel van die rede waarom die stof belangrik is vir hulle.

They start chatting, each explaining why the fabric is important to them.

Annelie verduidelik van haar nuwe lenteversameling, en Johan vertel van sy suster.

Annelie explains about her new spring collection, and Johan tells about his sister.

Met 'n lag sê Annelie, "Miskien moet jy dit kry en ek kan dit by jou koop ná die verjaardag.

With a laugh, Annelie says, "Maybe you should buy it, and I can purchase it from you after the birthday.

As ons albei kan gelukkig wees, is dit tog goed?

If we can both be happy, it's good, right?"

"Johan glimlag breed.

Johan grins widely.

"Dis 'n goeie plan.

"That's a great plan.

Dankie.

Thank you."

"Hulle pas die reël toe, en Johan koop die stof.

They agree on the arrangement, and Johan buys the fabric.

Annelie se begrip maak hom tuis voel in die stad.

Annelie's understanding makes him feel at home in the city.

'n Vriendskap het die plek van 'n konflik ingeneem.

A friendship has taken the place of a conflict.

Later die dag stap Johan weg van die mark, sy arms vol inkopies en sy hart vol vreugde.

Later that day, Johan walks away from the market, his arms full of purchases and his heart full of joy.

Annelie, met 'n glimlag, vaar verder voort, tevrede dat sy inspirasie gevind het, nie net in die stof nie, maar ook in die vriendelikheid van mense.

Annelie, with a smile, continues on, satisfied that she found inspiration, not just in the fabric, but also in the kindness of people.

Greenmarket Square het 'n nuwe betekenis vir hulle albei.

Greenmarket Square has a new meaning for them both.