Monthly Archives: March 2013

Deeside Stroke Group

Posted on March 28, 2013 by Eric Sinclair

The Deeside Stroke Group has now existed for three months. We meet weekly to exercise in a cold hall in the centre of Aboyne.  The NHS  provides no ongoing rehabilitation for stroke survivors – you have to manage your own, … Continue reading →

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Reception desks and other welcomes

Posted on March 14, 2013 by Eric Sinclair

The word “reception” has a variety of meanings – we talk about a drinks reception; there are reception classes in primary schools; it is a word, above all, suggesting a welcome and, hopefully, the open arms of friendship. I am … Continue reading →

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Four Strange Days

Posted on March 9, 2013 by Eric Sinclair

Four Strange Days DAY ONE I can’t believe my ears. Mistress wants a dog that woofs. It is one of those grey, depressing days. The rain is beating on the windows and here is Mistress talking about getting a new, … Continue reading →

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If you can’t stand the heat…

Posted on March 3, 2013 by Eric Sinclair

Acronyms can offend. HEAT – now there’s an acronym for you. To you and me, “heat” is the warmth of the sun or the output of a radiator or a fire. But HEAT in Scottish Government parlance stands for: Impressive … Continue reading →

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