Monday, March 9, 2009

Dad in his famous dinner jacket. One occasion was accused of being a waiter at a restaurant. In being asked for an order from the table he proceeded into the kitchen and told the chefs what people had ordered and then went back to his table and carried on with his meal.

12 comments:

  1. Great picture and great story William! I can so easily see your father! Thank you! I needed that!

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  2. My dearest Penny,

    I am thinking of you both every day, as you know from recent personal experience I learnt that in a situation, as critical as this, the only thing we can do is to be strong and to arm ourselves of motivation every single day, huge hope, and to not to forget to smile for you, for Paul and for all of those professionals caring for Paul. It does make a difference to them. Please let us know if there is anything we can do at this end.

    With much love, Serena and John.
    Keepers Cottage at Aros, Isle of Mull

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  3. That's your Dad,William!

    Whether urging a few more mackerel in to the boat..or discusing the VERY best share, or zooming up to Rhum for a quick rendezvous, there is NOBODY with his enthusiasm!
    Thats just what's needed now and I'm sure he feels all the love and support.

    With much love to your Mum, you and Charlotte, from us all, Willie, Linda and family Forsyth xx

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  4. Fantastic jacket! Paul always promises to take us out to lunch when he is next in Edinburgh and it would be great if he brought the jacket! All the best to Paul and you all on this long road. Do not worry about any paperwork just send it to us and we will keep everything straight whilst Paul gets better.
    Good wishes from the team at Andrew Hamilton and Co.

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  5. Will , what a great entry ! Just what is needed and demonstrates your wonderful humour and bravery.
    Uncle Graham

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  6. William – I know your Dad and your story reminds me of his true spirit and zest for life. The world needs more people like your father. He is a great guy and undoubtedly a wonderful father. I wish you and your family all the best at this most difficult time and hope and pray for his full recovery.
    Richard

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  7. We were very distressed to hear about Paul's accident, and would like to send our thoughts and best wishes to him and all the family. We hope he is making progress, and to see he and Penny back on Mull soon in good health.
    All our best wishes,
    Guy and Juliet Grieve

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  8. Dear Penny

    My mother from Kellan Mill and I were so saddened to hear about Paul's accident and she asked me to post this. Her prayers and thoughts are with you all at this time.
    With all best wishes,

    Grace Laurie-Walker and Alastair LW

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  9. What a wonderful story! I am sure it makes everyone who reads it smile and all that positive energy is aimed straight at your dear father as he works his way back to you. My prayers for you all remain constant. Love, Susan Hanes (Chicago, IL USA)

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  10. Just a great cheery photo to keep spirits up. I send you, Penny, and kids loving thoughts and prayers for Paul's full recovery. Very much love from my mum, Shirley, and sisters, Catherine, Pamela and Belinda.
    Love, Wendy (cousin in Vancouver) XX

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  11. Dear William
    This is why your dad has so many great friends who love him and are thinking of him now and praying for him. That special sense of humour and character that he has is why he will pull through this ; especially with you and his wonderful family around him. Our thoughts and prayers are with him and you all.

    Love Ant and Mich.

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  12. As a fellow west coaster, the good times in boats up and down the west with Paul will never be forgotten. The staggeringly generous Paul and his immensly loyal wife are an inspiration to us.Look forward to resuming our boating as soon as Paul can.....
    get well
    Angus MacDonald

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