Sunday 10 August 2008

Sunday 10 August

A day of varying fortunes in terms of weather. We set off for the Iolaire Memorial in the morning, which is a few miles by road. Apart from the historical context, the site has got some very nice views down the Minch. A jaunt round Stornoway Harbour brought us to Arnish after midday, a mile from the Memorial by sea, but about 7 miles by road. The Fabrication Yard was empty and looking derelicht, devoid of any signs of activity. The place was overrun by ragwort, a plant deemed a noxious weed by law, and requiring eradication. We kept a quiet afternoon, reading books and the like.

6 comments:

  1. I'm glad the afternoon ended up being nice for you when you got back.

    Pooh Hugs,
    Linda

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  2. It was cool & damp here this morning but by 1pm in the afternoon, the sun was out and the temp crept up to 70*.  It's supposed to be climbing higher as the week goes on.  I can tell you're keeping your dad very busy.  I'm happy the two of you are making lots of happy memories... Linda in WA

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  3. Your trip sounds very interesting. Sorry for the rain. :-(  Have a great week. Janie

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  4. Anything you do is fine.... you're spending quality time with your father, that's always good!!!  Believe me!!

    Joann

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  5. A quiet Sunday aftrenoon....you have become a real Islander now !!  I am so happy for you that our Father seems to be enjoying his visit. I just wish you had had a bit better weather...not much of a summer is it ...fingers crossed now for maybe an Indian summer....Love  Sybil xx

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  6. Hope you both have a great week...take care!!
    Joyce

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