Carnethy Run

We went out for an impromptu Carnethy Junior run on New Years Eve. Quickly discovered that Hannah wasn't on great form and we needed to take a short route back to the car. Max did well and went round the full course.

In the evening we walked into town to see the bright lights of Princes Street. Saw the various funfairs and a few bands started playing on the various stages. Had a pancake each before heading home.

Watched Mr Bean's Holiday in the evening.

Cycle & Pizza

Max, Hannah and Colin went out for a cycle along the canal. Did about 45 minutes on the bikes. Stopped at Zizzi's for lunch.

Better at last !

Hannah finally recovered from her prolonged illness. She was up before Colin and had eaten 5 Weetabix before he had stirred from his bed.

With the central heating still not fixed (and no prospect until next Monday) we went to Warrender Baths for a swim and a wash in warm water. Bumped into Alexander and Hazel at the pool.

Later we went up Arthurs seat. A clear but cold and windy afternoon. Hannah was not in the mood and took some persuading.

Boxing Day Run

We all went out to Beecraigs country park. Colin took part in the run around the park. Max had a short walk and Hannah left the car for a few minutes before scurrying back to the warmth of the car. No sign of getting back to good health yet.

Race results to follow.

Allermuir

Quick walk up to the summit of Allermuir. Hoping for snow on the peaks but it was all very clear but cold.

Eskapade

Colin joined the annual Carnethy club run along the River Esk from Musselburgh to the source of the river. Cut short at Penicuik which was plenty after 4 1/2 hours of running on a fine but bitterly cold morning.

School Concert

Max was playing with the Harp ensemble at the School Concert on Wednesday night.

Harps of Gold

Another busy weekend although somewhat clouded by Hannah going down with a very nasty bug that put her out of action for most of the weekend. Cherry has a sale at Marchmont St Giles on Saturday morning. Max had harp practice on Saturday and Sunday morning and then the big concert at the Queens Hall on Sunday afternoon.

Glasgow 3 Parks Championships

A busy weekend for everyone. Cherry has two Magicwardrobe sales on Saturday. Hannah had two fair and a birthday party. Max went to the fair on Saturday morning and harp rehearsal in the afternoon.

Max and Colin went to the Glasgow 3 Parks Orienteering Championship. We visited Pollok Park, Tollcross Park and Cathkin Braes. Max did quite well coming 5th on the junior course. Colin didn't do too great coming 14th in the Male Vets after a very bad last course.