Starter For Ten

Suitably inspired by Jamie & Jimmy's TV show, I decided to have a go at making my own sourdough starter. It worked! Above is my first ever sourdough loaf. It was delicious! Flour, water and a pinch of salt.

I drew the line at the brick oven to cook it in though.

Mighty Mighty Cougar

Having sampled a few training sessions with the RHC Cougars, Louis paid his subs and was duly rewarded with his own Cougars strip. Similar colours to Edinburgh Rugby and indeed Wendens Ambo RFC. He also played his first game against another club, grandma Sheila's alma mater Boroughmuir. I can't remember who won but Louis was in amongst it with enthusiasm. Not bad for a n00b.

Feliz Cumpleaños

Niall's birthday - a significant one ending in "0" - took the collected Millars to Viva Mexico for margaritas and food. Holly couldn't make it due to a prior engagement but was present in cake form. I like the photos on the walls in Viva Mexico, they lend the place an authentic air. Slightly less authentic perhaps was a massive comedy sombrero for the birthday boy. I think Louis enjoyed wearing it more than Niall...

I'll Huff And I'll Puff...

A scene of everyday (well, every second day) trombone practice. That thing is loud!

Ice Ice Baby

Just some cool ice I spotted on my lunchtime stroll...

On The Touchline

Following Louis' new-found interest in rugby, Calum, Scott and I took him to see Edinburgh vs Treviso at Murrayfield in the Guinness Pro12 league. As it's such a small game (look at all those empty seats!) we were allowed to go and stand on the touchline.

It's not fair to compare, but it's a much gentler, more civilised vibe than Tynecastle on a Saturday afternoon. Less shouting, and definitely less "industrial language" than the footie fans.

A New Skatepark

We have a new local skatepark at Easter Drylaw Park, where the BMX track used to be. I guess it was a bit underused, we always had it to ourselves.

Louis and I popped by to take a look, it's smaller than Saughton but still has more features than I can deal with. Luckily for me it was a bit too wet and slippy when we visited.