Introduction Hard on the heels of our Whitby trip, in celebration of my birthday, came the Edinburgh trip, in celebration of Margaret's birthday! It was another four-day visit: Friday late morning / early afternoon was taken up travelling by train to Edinburgh Waverley Station; Friday afternoon / early evening walking around Edinburgh old town and … Continue reading The Edinburgh Trip 2021 →

Introduction It was decided that we would revisit Whitby for our Yorkshire outing this year because we enjoyed the food and the resort the last time we were there. We also wanted to pick up another couple of 'Lucky Ducks'! Arriving mid-afternoon, with just enough time for a walk around before going out for our … Continue reading The Whitby 2021 Trip →

A Tribute to a Very Special Dog The Early Days My wife Margaret and I didn't choose Ruby: that was the result of youngest son Christopher deciding on having his own doggie companion to join him in the flat he shared with his work college and friend and his pup! When Chris viewed a litter … Continue reading Remembering Ruby →

How it Unfolded for Me Tuesday, 9 February 2021 - the day of my first dose of the vaccine had arrived and I set off at a brisk walk for the slightly over half-mile outward journey to the medical centre. I say brisk! Well, it was for me! I was really striding out; although I … Continue reading The Covid-19 Outbreak: Year Two →