Monthly Archives: November 2011

Nine Shopping Days till Christmas

Posted on November 25, 2011 by

Not quite December but already Christmas lights twinkle along Princes Street and the festive tree on the Mound is being buffeted by teasing zephyrs. The Big Wheel spins… My mother liked writing poetry. This strand travelled down her mother’s side … Continue reading →

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Cheese Scones

Posted on November 11, 2011 by

Edinburgh. Dreich day. Rowan berries sodden on the grass. Out in the street plastic barriers, no entry and diversion signs. And mud, also men in wellie boots and bright yellow jackets, in the pits dug for the gas mains renewal. … Continue reading →

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The town of towers – and dogs

Posted on November 11, 2011 by

I’ve been in San Gimignano in Tuscany three times and each time I remember it differently. The town is known for its medieval towers (around 72 at its peak, now reduced to 14). The first visit was an aside on … Continue reading →

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