What’s the Story in Dalamory

Yesterday dawned frosty, bright and sunny. The builders had not arrived to finish the roof by nine o’clock so Him Behind the Wheel was deputed to ring round to see what had happened, though the worst was feared. Yes – there had been an urgent callout for the plumber and therefore the joiners had decided not to show either. This put the household into a state of depression so a game of tennis on the Wii was the only antidote. Gradually, tasks were ticked off the list and by evening it was felt that at least the day had not been a total disaster. I briefly wondered as to the possibility of researching a PhD on the correlation between builders and their failed promises and depression, but decided life was too short.

At four-thirty, the plumber arrived with oxy-acetylene equipment and we are told to expect action today.

It seems as if I have been holding my breath over the last few days, waiting to see what will happen in Burma. But then probably much of the world is too. We only know the breadth of the protests because of a few dedicated people getting information out over the internet. Let’s hope it makes the difference between life and death.

In the UK we take our democracy for granted a lot of the time. Today at least, I won’t do that; I know there is room for improvement but we have the means at our disposal. Today I pray for peace more than ever.

Tomorrow, tomorrow, they’re coming tomorrow
It’s only a day away.

If it doesn’t rain of course.

It was rather like going back in time yesterday as I watched the Linlithgow 10k and Fun Runs. Son #1 was always very keen (and very good) at distance running and on occasion Him Behind the Wheel and/or I would give appropriate support.

2007-style, saw Son #1 plus spouse plus two children…….. all taking part. We formed the back-up together with the littlest #1let. Thankfully the weather was fine and there were plenty of benches to sit on. What impressed me most was the great turnout of people of all ages. A very healthy and enjoyable way to spend a Sunday afternoon. Oh yes – and they all finished in good times!

May your soul dance through the day.
May your spirit lift with hope.
May your mind quicken at learning something new.
May you make the most of each moment.

The lesson for this week has been about making sure we enjoy the moment. Life past and life future may be important motivating influences, but all we can really be sure of is the moment. So today is about enjoying time with grandchildren. Seeing the world through their eyes and trying not to get beaten too many times at the matching pairs game.

Did you know that amazon.co.uk have 3,036 pairs of gold earings for sale?

What a lot of happy browsing!

Something worth thinking about today:

An eye for an eye makes the whole world blind.

Mahatma Gandhi

There is a trick to having a day out in Argyll in 2007. Firstly, assume that it will rain and that if it is already raining when you set out then it will get heavier as the day goes on. Secondly, pack tasty food including a dressed crab, mangetout, baby corn on the cob and peppers together with crisp crackers and yummy yogurt. Finally, persuade Him Behind the Wheel to take the campervan.

Along with our visitor and her dog, we enjoyed an extremely wet trip to Lochgilphead and managed a splooshy walk along the front and a meander in and out of the shops. Especially deserving of mention was the bookshop which has an extensive range of local and special interest titles. Of course I came home with three more books to add to the “to read” pile.

A most satisfying day, topped off with a welcome phone call from friends who are meandering in Europe.