‘a valuable acquisition’
The above photograph is of the original Aberdeen Royal Infirmary. In 1936 a new hospital was opened at Foresterhill and the old hospital became known as Woolmanhill. I did some … Continue reading ‘a valuable acquisition’
Tag: Aberdeen Medical School
Firrhill Secondary School
From 1979 to 1985 I attended Firrhill Secondary School in Edinburgh. Despite being considered a ‘backward learner’ and being shy, I was both happy and successful at this large comprehensive … Continue reading Firrhill Secondary School
I have never claimed to be a revolutionary
To play this short film please click here or on the image above, Music credit: ‘On Your Own Again’ by Scott Walker
Midsocket
Between 1987 and 1990, as a medical student, I lived at 44 Midstocket Road, Aberdeen. My Uncle John had helped me with the mortgage.
Hillhead Halls
Hillhead Halls, Aberdeen, 1985-1987: a rain-faded note.
‘Twixt Dee and Don’
I came across this etching in an old copy of Bon Accord, dated 2 July 1903. Aiberdeen was such a happy home for Peter and Sian!
the beginning of wisdom
Aberdeen beach.
renaissance
To play the short film please click here. Music credit: an edit of ‘The Canyon‘ by JJerome87, alt-J