Thundering herd

The morning weather bulletin starts off with the good news that sun and a high of 23C is forecast for much of Scotland . It goes on to add that the exception will be exposed North Sea coasts where sea fog and a high of 17C is likely.

I'm due at the cottage hospital for my second Shingles shot later this morning. The first one laid me low for a couple of days so 'The Font' is preparing for a replay of life with a grumpy ox. Here in the village the farmer has the irrigation on in the potato field and the local teenagers are getting everything set up for tonights England v Argentina match. This is what can best be described as a 'grudge' match par excellence.

Walking on the beach we're suddenly aware of a thundering sensation coming through the sand. As we turn to look behind us a herd of footballers come charging by. We, together with the local dog owners, quickly get out of their way.

One of their coaches stops for a chat. This, it seems, is the Everton under 21 team escaping the heat down south . They're out for a 2 miles down the beach and 2 miles back pre-breakfast run. I wonder where they'll be watching tonights England v Argentina World Cup match ? Will they be allowed a beer or two .... or three ?

Outside the bakers a rather fine Triumph.

I last had my haircut before going to Canada. It's time for a fresh trim. Although it's the regular barber his English and my Kurdish have not improved to a level where anything but the most basic communication is possible. I'm in and out in six minutes.

Wednesday morning Verdi :https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aiSSz0snWzA

The Norwegian team have a memorable welcome home. What a crowd ! :https://x.com/joserra_espn/status/2076789558092431410

The 1980's :https://grimoiremanor.substack.com/p/why-is-everybody-nostalgic-about