On Friday we all set off to climb Canisp. I mentioned at breakfast that my feet would feel cooler in trail shoes, which Heather would also be wearing. James replied that I should wear my boots to support my ankles (I do have a track record of turning my ankles and in fact breaking them in occasion!) - he went on to say that Heather would be fine in trainers because “Heather has competent ankles” This was such an odd turn of phrase that Heather and I burst out laughing; it’s probably the strangest compliment that she has received!
The blue skies promised wonderful views, but also a very warm day. I really did give it a go, but after a couple of kilometres I realised that it was too hot for me and turned back. I will try Canisp again but it will have to be on a much cooler and no doubt cloudier day, which will mean that the views will not be as stunning as they were on Friday. And I know that they were stunning because I later saw the photos taken by James, Heather and Ewan when they reached the summit. Such amazing views of all the other mountains. They arrived back down the hill a few hours later, hot and tired but very happy.
Meanwhile I decided that the best way to cool off would be to have a dip in the little river that ran into a nearby lochan. The banks were rather muddy but the water was delightfully cool. Tiny little fish investigated my toes and the air was full of birdsong. I then read my book while waiting for the others. I felt very cool and relaxed in the sunshine.
Later we had dinner at Peet’s in Lochinver and in addition to having a lovely meal, we spotted comedian Rob Brydon drinking champagne with actress Ruth Jones, whose husband owns the restaurant. Apparently they are filming a new comedy series nearby. Excellent celebrity sighting!
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