Figures
Although slightly chilly, it’s sunny today. The two days the Hales spent with us in Edinburgh it rained constantly both days and now that they’ve left this morning, it’s cleared up. All our plans of hiking and walking around the city obviously didn’t materialise. But we had tea, biscuits, lots of laughs, good conversation and Bryce and I learned to play bridge (man, there’s a lot to remember in that game!). We also went to the National Museum of Scotland and learned about Scotland from the early Roman settlements up through till Scotland passed the Act of Union in 1707 with England. It was fascinating and I look forward to going back and learning more about more contemporary issues (we only had time for about 2 floors; plus, it’s free!). We also saw the Millenium Clock at the Royal Museum which looked like something out of a Tim Burton film, very odd. Anyway it was great to be with Bryce’s folks and to take a two-day break from work.
Now we have a few days together until Bryce leaves for London. I’m trying to get some work done for Holyrood before I leave on Tuesday for the Crocketts. I plan on bringing some books to read for my dissertation up to the Crocketts, but it’ll be half-stufy, half-fun. Hopefully the weather will clear up for the Hales to play golf and for us all to enjoy Ireland out of doors.
June 25th, 2004 at 4:52 pm
Sorry the weather pushed you indoors, but glad you learned a new card game. Mom has a tablecloth with the various bridge strategies that she has found helpful when picking up the game to play after a long hiatus. Did you play men against women or couples?
So how was your dinner at the Greek prof’s home and what did you two do for your anniversary?
Love - Dad