Monthly Archives: October 2008
Liberty’s Christening has a Place in History
20 month old Liberty Smith from Bonnyrigg has been christened in the same font that Mary Queen of Scots is believed to have been baptised in, making history as the first baby in living memory to be christened in the … Continue reading
Whodunnit in Linlithgow
Do you enjoy a short walk around town? Do you think you take in all of your surroundings, including the many plaques and statues on display throughout every town, city and village? Try this murder mystery trail designed by Treasure … Continue reading
Derangements – Book Review
The Chambers 20th Century Dictionary gives the meaning of derangement as “disorder, insanity” so the title Derangements (note the plural) of Rajorshi Chakraborti’s second novel may suggest that someone, somewhere is psychotic.
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The Legacy of Doctor Knox
The surname Knox is, in a Scottish context, invariably linked to the Calvinist reformer John who, by some, is credited with the favourable enhancement of souls. However, some two centuries after the reformer’s death, another Knox, Robert, was certainly of … Continue reading
Edinburgh Park Sculptures
It is not often you get a recommendation to go to a business park to visit some art work, but that is exactly what is to be found at Edinburgh Park. Located out at South Gyle, across the road from … Continue reading
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Keep on Walking
I have recently discovered the delights of walking the hills while taking in delightful views and pausing to eat, drink and do the crossword. This is a big change from my previous habit of running and orienteering – highly commendable … Continue reading