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Retired lecturer in family and local history - author of four books , 2 great grand children , 6 grand children married for over 50 years live on the edge of the Scottish Highlands . Have a cheeky wee Border terrier called Bo who takes me up the hills and out of mischief ! Rugby enthusiast and former Chairman of local Rugby Club and organiser with son Nic of the Annual Sevens . -
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19th Aug 2020
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Scottish IndependenceA new poll on Scottish independence from Panelbase and Business for Scotland: YES: 55% NO: 45% The surge in YES support flips the result of the 2014 referendum. It's the 5th poll in a row since June showing a rise KEEP UP YOUR GOOD WORK Duvat ! Your driving them in the right direction !ViewDate:
19th Aug 2020 ColinM1 commented on:
Scottish IndependencePleased to note you too are from the West of Scotland as I am . You will see in my posting to Duvat that it is a fallacy that we could not afford independence . . Were you aware that some 151 countries have gained independence since the end of World War 2 . Nuff said !ViewDate:
19th Aug 2020 ColinM1 commented on:
Scottish IndependenceBoth you and your west of Scotland colleague are somewhat deluded into believing we could not support independence . 151 countries have done so since the Second World War . Scotland is not being subsidised if you care to read into the following : The Scottish subsidy myth — Digital Spy https://forums.digitalspy.com/discussion/2066643/the-scottish-subsidy-myth No you are stating the often quoted half story which is tax spending per head which Scotland does get higher per head . You are missing the other component which is often left off deliberately the revenues generated per head. Its net spending per head, taking in tax and revenue which is the relevant figureViewDate:
17th Aug 2020 ColinM1 commented on:
Scottish IndependenceScots English European - irrespective of original nationality- Nicola is wining them over by logic ! You Gov poll : "It also put the First Minister’s net approval rating at +50 while the Prime Minister lagged behind at -50. Since last year, it marked a boost of 45 points for Sturgeon and a decrease of 16 for the Tory leader."ViewDate:
17th Aug 2020 ColinM1 commented on:
Scottish IndependenceTempus fugit ! Not much changed since the ill informed statement of AlexanderG2 some 3 plus years ago . Pandemic strikes , Boris waffles more than usual , wee Dom is not kept in his cupboard , Brexit is an unmitigated disaster , Scotland has clearly had enough and independence now inevitable , Nicola has clearly proven that she is the most competent and able politician around . Note there has been a keelie invasion of the deep south since I last tuned in !ViewDate:
26th Feb 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
BrexitGood to see that at last some common sense is beginning to make itself heard .The prospect of an honestly held and properly conducted Referendum is a must Perhaps those narrow minded introverted Brexiteers who have spouted so much rubbish over the last while will shut up and realise that May’s bungling incompetence has led the country up a blind alley ! Time she resigned and took her puppets with her .ViewDate:
30th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
Does the future look brighter?Incredible how the politically blind Mrs Mayhem abetted by her bribe mates the DUP at last managed to win a vote in the Commons . The blind Brexiteers got her a mandate to go back to Brussels and restart negotiations on the controversial Irish backstop. No air miles this time Theresa - the response from the EU was with you in seven minutes – the Withdrawal Agreement struck last November was NOT up for renegotiation . We thought Thatcher was a disaster ! Poor woman was not in the same league!!ViewDate:
30th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
What is the Brexit Bonus/Dividend?Incredible how the politically blind Mrs Mayhem abetted by her bribe mates the DUP at last managed to win a vote in the Commons . The blind Brexiteers got her a mandate to go back to Brussels and restart negotiations on the controversial Irish backstop. No air miles this time Theresa - the response from the EU was with you in seven minutes – the Withdrawal Agreement struck last November was NOT up for renegotiation . We thought Thatcher was a disaster ! Poor woman was not in the same league!!ViewDate:
30th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
Post Referendum Turmoil - [DELETED_MEMBER]Incredible how the politically blind Mrs Mayhem abetted by her bribe mates the DUP at last managed to win a vote in the Commons . The blind Brexiteers got her a mandate to go back to Brussels and restart negotiations on the controversial Irish backstop. No air miles this time Theresa - the response from the EU was with you in seven minutes – the Withdrawal Agreement struck last November was NOT up for renegotiation . We thought Thatcher was a disaster ! Poor woman was not in the same league!!ViewDate:
30th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
BrexitIncredible how the politically blind Mrs Mayhem abetted by her bribe mates the DUP at last managed to win a vote in the Commons . The blind Brexiteers got her a mandate to go back to Brussels and restart negotiations on the controversial Irish backstop. No air miles this time Theresa - the response from the EU was with you in seven minutes – the Withdrawal Agreement struck last November was NOT up for renegotiation . We thought Thatcher was a disaster ! Poor woman was not in the same league!!ViewDate:
30th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
Will you be stocking up on provisions for post-Brexit?May and her bribed allies the DUP attempts to renegotiate the border issue took the EU 7 minutes to tell her t o get s*******d !ViewDate:
28th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
Does the future look brighter?Well said RTC ! Trust that common sense and reality are beginning to seep into those Brexiteers who regardless of what has been said , insist on continuing their gallop towards the cliff edge . If nothing else , we have realised the dreadful inefficiencies and weaknesses within the Westminster system .The shocking abuse of the honours system by the Tory incumbents must be addressed and proportional representation similar to that of the Welsh and Scottish Parliaments introduced .ViewDate:
26th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
Europe yes or no?The total shambles that is Westminster attracts the sharp barb of French based columnist Fidelma Cook: “ The Irish now willingly part of, and prosperous in , a united Europe can , at long last , look calmly on the fist shaking Little Englanders in the Palace of Westminster as their bluffs are called out “ .ViewDate:
26th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
Finding my fatherThe information made available through the internet has made your task somewhat easier than in earlier time . Because of the somewhat outdated regulations regarding privacy “ the hundred years rule “ holds sway in this country and the last available Census you can consult is that of 1911 . You can however now consult a wide choice of other sources including the electoral rolls ( voters roll ) and valuation rolls. If you draw a list of blanks there is a good chance your father emigrated . Passenger lists are very detailed and comparatively easy to follow . If you locate him abroad you can often continue the search in the country of adoption I wrote a story for the family of 5 brothers ( my great grand uncles ) who left these shores to seek their fortunes in the Ballarat Gold rush in Australia I used ancestry.com and accessed a mass of previously unknown info . Google names , try Facebook – there is lot out there – do not despair and good luck !ViewDate:
26th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
Hi from ScotlandAgree with you Joanna . Would be better if the old postings and inactive threads were removed would undoubtedly help matters . Beware of some subjects such as Brexit and Politics where intemperate short fuses are not in short supply !ViewDate:
23rd Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
Looking forward to springGreat to think about Spring Happychops and the world reawakening ! Living in the Highlands however poses its problems particularly with the weather . We were minus 9 C last night which is colder than Moscow and puts thoughts of hanging baskets on a back burner ! Compromised with pics of last years successes as a colourful background on my lap top !ViewDate:
22nd Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
Will you be stocking up on provisions for post-Brexit?Sensible response ElizabethR . Makes a change on here !ViewDate:
21st Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
Hi from ScotlandMore Capercaille ! I wrote recently about my experiences many moons ago with a male capercaille (aka “horse of the woods” ) here in Highland Perthshire .These beautiful but somewhat aggressive birds have suffered a mammoth decline in numbers from some 20 000 in Scotland in the 1980s to barely a 1000 at present . They are now only found in the north east in Aberdeenshire- a sad but somewhat inevitable decline . Only last week a n incident was reported in a small estate in Aboyne . A love crazed caper caused them to create an exclusion zone around its territory to protect ramblers after it had killed its love rival in a fight . Rangers had warned tourists that they could be mistaken for a potential mate or rival by an aggressive cock . One path has already been closed after a poor cyclist was set upon by one using its razor sharp beak . The caper is the largest of the grouse family reaching up to 90 cm / 3 feet in lengthViewDate:
21st Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
BrexitCarole , thank you for your prompt response . Simply felt that you endorsed Lochinvar ‘s response quite blindly when it was so factually flawed .Things are changing at a rapid rate in the political sphere not necessarily for the good . Take care and wrap up well it is likely to be cold one .ViewDate:
20th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
BrexitThank you young Lochinvar for your response and that of your faithful minion ! Your apparent derision regarding the Herald Poll is a bit of a smokescreen . The paper has an independently chosen panel of 500 persons ( not necessarily readers ) . Scotland has a population of approximately 5.5 million Pollsters such as You Gov and Ipsos Mori covering the whole of the UK have panels of between 1200 and 1500 covering a population in excess of 50 million thus negating your facetious comment . Scotland will vote on UK issues until she ceases to be a partner in the present Union – quite obvious I would have thought . With regard to your somewhat tetchy “ Europe does not want you “ remark it is clear that you did not hear the speech by MEP Alyn Smith to the Parliament regarding Scotland’s future membership . A standing ovation with the exception of Farage and his morose mates ! In conclusion you commented that most English people would support Scottish independence . One of the biggest groups favouring independence is that of the English Scots who are prominent in their support at open days throughout the land . Surprised you did not throw in a retort about “ English subsidies “ but presumably you got the message when you read the McCrone Report ! A little concluding tip- Carole’s hammer has a shoogly head and doubt it ability to hit many nails on the head !ViewDate:
20th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
BrexitNot surprised to see you swimming against the inevitable tide Lochinvar The Herald has a sound reputation for investigative journalism and quality output They publish regular polls using an independently selected panel of 500 persons . To cure your current DTs ( Doubting Thomas’s ) read the latest You Gov poll of last Wednesday .It is applicable to the whole of the UK . 56% wish to stay in the UK against 44% who want to leave ! The same proportion want a second Referendum – 3 points up on last month . If May- hem perchance fiddled a Brexit deal it is now obvious Scotland will wave bye bye and take her place with our fellow EuropeansViewDate:
18th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
Will you be stocking up on provisions for post-Brexit?The whole scenario is too complex at this stage to embark on panic measures . The way the Government have acted ( or indeed fail to act ) and the immediate poll response indicates that remaining within the EU may well be the final scenario . The poll showed 72.32 % of the electorate felt Brexit should not go ahead . Bon mot ?ViewDate:
18th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
Just joined so I'm introducing myself.Hi Mokesmom Yes that is the caper ! Sadly they have declined in numbers radically over the last decade . Like a big turkey with a fan like tail .My late father in law was a keen golfer and played socially in the small 9 hole just outside the village . They had to close one of the holes as two male capers inhabited the wood adjoining and would frequently steal any balls they saw on the green ! Any effort to retaliate was not on – they are a protected species .ViewDate:
18th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
Just joined so I'm introducing myself.It’ s interesting how those on this site occupy their time ! A lot depends on fitness . I have a border terrier and Irrespective of weather walk her 3 or 4 times a day I live in the Scottish Highlands and being a “ blogger “ always have my camera with me . Piece de resistance some years was capturing some pics of a capercaille which had taken up residence in mother in laws back garden It attacked her as she was trying to get into the garage – very territorial birds which sadly have disappeared from our neck of the woods . ! Enjoy the travel and the sunshine – it’s -6C here at present .ViewDate:
18th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
BrexitOur pal Lochinvar should come out o’ the west To hear the words of our Nicola Which are clearly the best ! So faithful to Brexit and dauntless in chat There never was a Leaver like the Surfers wee p**t ! ( apologies to Walter )ViewDate:
18th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
What is the Brexit Bonus/Dividend?Our pal Lochinvar should come out o’ the west To hear the words of our Nicola Which are clearly the best ! So faithful to Brexit and dauntless in chat There never was a Leaver like the Surfers wee p**t ! ( apologies to Walter )ViewDate:
18th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
Post Referendum Turmoil - [DELETED_MEMBER]Further bad news for the Mrs May –hem , the woman who talks but does not listen. Scottish opinion in the Herald Poll shows 72.32 % felt Brexit should NOT now go ahead , just over 70% said it should be stopped , 66.17 % did not feel it should even be negotiated . Interestingly a majority of goes ahead and leaves the EU . 56.55 %think Scotland should have a vote on whether to remain within the UK if Britain goesViewDate:
18th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
BrexitFurther bad news for the Mrs May –hem , the woman who talks but does not listen. Scottish opinion in the Herald Poll shows 72.32 % felt Brexit should NOT now go ahead , just over 70% said it should be stopped , 66.17 % did not feel it should even be negotiated . Interestingly a majority of 56.55 % think Scotland should have a vote on whether to remain within the UK if Britain goes ahead and leaves the EU .ViewDate:
17th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
Are you leading a 'healthy life'?I agree with you up to appoint regarding genetics . Medical science is providing us with drugs which inevitably increase one’s life span . A healthy diet , exercise and weight control counter threats from diabetes and heart failureViewDate:
16th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
BrexitWell done gals ! Let us pile on the reddies and top the last effort we made against the dreaded Col ! Brexit may now be a bit of a “ no no “ and poor old Theresa took a right thumping last night but “we” will soldier on !ViewDate:
16th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
Brexit432- 202 “ Oh dear gals –this is not what our pal Lochness was warning us about ! It was about the Brexit ramblings and so called rude names ( ?? ) Looks as if the wee red markers are measures of approval ! O me miserum – all is lost ”ViewDate:
14th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
BrexitOh dear , Lochinvar has surprised more than a few with his wobbly observation about “rudeness “ ! Chuck us a tattie ! Guess you and the wee lassies have been reading too many ramblings – tacit defeat calls ! Guess a couple of sessions in Westminster might allow you to redefine rudeness . As for Northern ( him or her ) usual Brexit confusion over which country she belongs to ! Britain aka England seems to have learned its lesson with Mayhem heading for the Cameron door ! Some of us belong to countries which voted substantially to remain . Democracy looks like winning .ViewDate:
12th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
Does the future look brighter?Great news – it seems that at long last sanity will prevail and the obnoxious Brexit proposals will be kicked into touch together with the narrow bigot Mayhem and her cronies . The flawed Referendum result was caused by the deluded mind-set of the voters of some of the English provinces especially the Midlands and North East .Sadly we, the pensioners of this realm , joined the misled in too high numbers ( some two to one ! ) Redemption is however nigh ! Common sense is returning !ViewDate:
12th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
BrexitGreat news – it seems that at long last sanity will prevail and the obnoxious Brexit proposals will be kicked into touch together with the narrow bigot Mayhem and her cronies . The flawed Referendum result was caused by the deluded mind-set of the voters of some of the English provinces especially the Midlands and North East .Sadly we, the pensioners of this realm , joined the misled in too high numbers ( some two to one ! ) Redemption is however nigh ! Common sense is returning !ViewDate:
12th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
The older you get, the harder you fall!Hi Mike See that you are living in Callander - I'm in Comrie and used to visit the town when I was the Rugby Correspondent of the Strathearn Herald . Bonny spot .ColinViewDate:
12th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
Windows 10 does anybody use it?Hi Mike Have used Windows 10 for some time Quite a few problems but gradually getting used to it . I actually find Cortana useful ( witCh the sound turned down !) Cheers ColinM1ViewDate:
11th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
Hi from ScotlandCalli Age brings experience and its worth spreading the word . Unfortunately there is on this forum a coterie of somewhat self-opinionated died in the woollers who think that the sun shines out of Mayhem’s back side ! Present circumstances is water of the duck’s back to them alas ! Trust you press the right button !ViewDate:
9th Jan 2019 ColinM1 commented on:
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