Edinburgh – Page 2

Pedal for Scotland: things I learned

September 10, 2012 By Ellen

Last minute adjustments to the banner Made it! Wheely busy at the People’s Palace Waiting for the off Finally we can see the start Today I know how Mr Tumnus feels. The bottom half of my body feels rather like it belongs to another creature. I haven’t found a magic portal to another world – our […]

Silent Sunday

July 28, 2012 By Ellen

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Surprise party – just what you wanted?

June 7, 2012 By Ellen

Finishing touches to the cake While the rest of the nation appeared to be winding themselves up for a frenzy of red white and blue bakery items, something else was going on Edinburgh.A small crowd was gathering in a city hotel to celebrate my Super Sister’s fortieth birthday. (I know, I know I barely look […]

Silent Sunday

February 19, 2012 By Ellen

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Motherhood and madness, points to ponder Ruby Wax style

August 29, 2011 By Ellen

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