I bought Rob a colouring book and some crayons when he was born. As his elder brother, I thought this was appropriate and a good way to introduce him to the world. He threw up all over them, making no attempt to pick up even a single crayon and at least have a go. This healthy disrespect for authority obviously enabled him to become so successful at being his own boss. Rob never took any crap from anyone, although, Dave, Phil and I tried very hard over the years. Too many incredible memories to put down here, trips to Six Nations rugby matches, holding up the roof of house with my shoulders whilst Rob set about putting another beam in place - very slowly, Stollery barbecues and, especially the recent Christmas visits to Aberdeen. I still can't get over one of my female students, on seeing a photo of Rob, saying, "Oh, he's sort of a good looking version of you!" Take care, kid, and if they give you a colouring book up there, make an effort, eh? x
I bought Rob a colouring book and some crayons when he was born. As his elder brother, I thought this was appropriate and a good way to introduce him to the world. He threw up all over them, making no attempt to pick up even a single crayon and at least have a go. This healthy disrespect for authority obviously enabled him to become so successful at being his own boss. Rob never took any crap from anyone, although, Dave, Phil and I tried very hard over the years. Too many incredible memories to put down here, trips to Six Nations rugby matches, holding up the roof of house with my shoulders whilst Rob set about putting another beam in place - very slowly, Stollery barbecues and, especially the recent Christmas visits to Aberdeen. I still can't get over one of my female students, on seeing a photo of Rob, saying, "Oh, he's sort of a good looking version of you!" Take care, kid, and if they give you a colouring book up there, make an effort, eh? x