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OK - this is a bit self indulgent but I am so proud of Chris Hoy. He is a local lad - went to the same school as my children and his first cycling club was based in the village where I grew up. Previously a dot on the map just outside the City of Edinburgh […]

I have spent the past few mornings catching up on the Olympics. This has been a very pleasant experience as each time I turn on the TV it seems like Britain has won yet another gold medal.
As a nation we Brits are not used to celebrating sporting success. In fact we somewhat have a reputation […]

I watched Padraig Harrington win the Open Golf yesterday for the second year in a row. What a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon!
 It is easy to forget that individual sportsmen rely on many factors to contribute to their success. Padraig didn’t though and I think this shows huge strength and leadership. He clutched […]

My son graduated from Napier Unversity yesterday.  Along with his sister’s graduation a couple of years ago this was one of the greatest days of my life. I had a huge  lump in my throat and my heart was swelled with pride. Every graduate had worked hard to get there. The speakers reinforced the messages that […]