The King

We were strolling along the Water of Leith, heading for Arclight and Mr A's place when I heard a loud bird call. Looking around for the caller, I saw that it was the kingfisher, who was evidently pausing between fishing expeditions. He just sat on the railings (by the Quilts), looking about. Unfortunately didn't get an in-focus shot of his beautiful iridescent back.

Had a splendid lunch at J & A's, with good company and delicious food and wine. So nice to be sociable again!

On our way home we saw a cormorant trying to dry his wings (see extra), apparently in a river of gold. Then once home I had to participate in two online meetings for new students - the cumulative effect of all this unaccustomed social interaction, real and online, means that I am about to fall asleep........zzzzzz