Traditional

It has been a quiet and pleasant start to 2016. A walk with James in the morning - our usual short 45 minute route around the neighbourhood. Then a meal at 3 p.m. at Piersland Lodge Hotel in Troon with Grandma, Marjory, Forrest and all the younger generation except Jamie, who is in France skiing. I'm not sure whether 3 p.m. is supposed to be lunch or dinner! It was all very sociable and many of the other tables were occupied by similar three-generation families. It was a very traditional Scottish family occasion. Ally and Davie were both tired after their revelries the night before but enjoyed chatting with their cousins. Then back to Grandma's for a cup of tea and shortbread. A good start to the year.