Archive for the tag 'Melrose'

12 Comments CherryPie on Mar 25th 2020

Time is given as a gift, and gifts should be received with gratitude.
Jonathan Bryan

Today, whilst reading a magazine I noticed an advert for a book; Eye Can Write, A memoir of a child’s silent soul emerging. A few hours later I picked up a booklet that has daily inspirational readings. For various reasons over the [...]

10 Comments CherryPie on Oct 28th 2018

Overnight, the wind had subsided and we awoke to brilliant sunshine. After breakfast we set off across the border to Thirlestane Castle, home to the Maitland family who have lived there for over 400 years. We had an interesting introductory talk and the room guides provided us with extra information as we toured the house. [...]

16 Comments CherryPie on Oct 9th 2018