Gordon if you read this, I'd love a copy of it sir. Gordon finished with a song he'd penned called "Stand Wi' Wallace" which once again was a fitting tribute to the great man.

Speaking of great men, next up was Ted "better than Elvis" Christopher, Ted told us of a story that's all to common in Scotland, the fact that he was never told about his history at school, despite the fact that he lived so near many of Scotland's landmarks, Bannockburn, Stirling castle etc. He really captured the mood of the crowd with his speech and rightly received a rapturous round of applause.

David brought the event to a close with a wee speech about how Wallace would have been so proud of us all if he'd been standing before us today, I've heard David talk so many times but this time it was very much from the heart and I could feel the lump in my throat getting bigger, some wonderful words to end a very poignant day.

After a wee look round the village hall and browsing through all the stalls it was time for the evening event. First up of course it was Ted Christopher who does what he does best, getting the place rocking, never ever disappointed when I see Ted, he does exactly what it says on the tin!!

Sometimes even Ted needs a wee rest and a few of the crowd got up on stage and gave us a wee tune or two, Gordon Aitken, Kate Smith and a couple of lads on the pipes and drums, sorry I don't remember your names guys but the ale was starting to do it's job!!! What a great thing to do, I hope it catches on 'cause there's a lot of talent in our wee band of patriots, of course I can't mention wee Rab doing his dirk dance, I only watch him now to see if he finally cuts off one of his ears!!! Seriously though, it's a sight to behold. Saor Patrol gave an enthusiastic performance before Ted brought the evening to a close. Cannae wait 'till next year.
Many thanks to everyone for coming along and making the day what it should be...........special.