I remember the incident well, it was used as a warning by my parents to stay away from the inches. David Mcblain’s uncle was quickly at the scene and had grabbed David by the hair and tried to pull him ashore, but because of the slippy brylcream on his hair he slipped out of his hand and was drowned...

I can’t think where that could have been, seems like too small a location. Maybe it was smaller then??

Belated Happy Birthday wishes I hope it was a good one.

Stressful time ahead for you Susan good luck. May your new house be a Happy Home for you and your loved ones.

8 for me today missed 3 And 6

I was taught by Miss Nancy McLean who must have been Alistair’s sister. She married the then minister of St John’s church Ardrossan, and emigrated to Canada I think.

Too early this morning brain not in gear only five

Last week I was at a very different production of “Sunshine on Leith” it was Ardrossan Academy’s version and it was absolutely wonderful. I can’t praise the youngsters high enough, stars in the making every one of them. Amateurs but very professional performances. It looked as if they were themselve...

Rode our luck a wee bit (maybe) but how many times has Scotland been on the receiving end of a sucker punch

Surprised Chris Sutton hasn't been mentioned he talks a good game I wonder how he would fair as a manager?

Just noticed that the marriages are posted twice with the names in reverse order.

7 for me also 3,5 and 8 missed