As I continue to settle in Shetland, a place I have loved since 1971, I have been keen to record some of the thoughts and activities of this major migration. It is amazing how the journey unfolds, ups and downs but well worth it. It is wonderful to be here. I would like to pay tribute to Stuart Haves who introduced me to these Islands in 1971. Mr Haves died aged 68 in April 2012
Tuesday, 26 January 2010
Up Helly Aa 2010
Well it has begun, Up Helly Aa 2010. I went down to the starting procession and stood outside fort Charlotte to watch the procession go past and the Galley. It was then set up on the waterfront for photographs and general milling. It was very wet and cold but the atmosphere was great with many smiling faces. I think every school and nursery came out to see it too and it was a big family occasion. Needles tosay the Peerie Cafe was packed after.
Da Bill was erected in the Market Cross earlier this morning and here are some photos of that too.
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