Back to Scotland (Dec 27th)

We got back from Germany fairly late on the 26th and slept in on the 27th. When we (the old people were up at dawn) all finally got out and about St. Giles was our destination. It is a big beautiful church in the heart of the city.

Janna knows the story better, but St. Giles played a central roll during the Protestant uprising against the Catholicism being imposed by the English kings. Later in the week we went to a church service here. It is very humbling to attend a service in such an old and beautiful place.

After St. Giles we wandered over to the coolest tourist trap ever. It is a working wool mill where they still make Scottish tartan. It is amazing to watch the looms in action.


On our way back to the flat we ran into Mel Gibson. Actually he is a street performer that has made quite a name for himself. He poses for pictures to earn tips that he donates to charity.