"Time Waits for no man" - especially Presidents

First of all an apology for not writing a blog for quite a while! Time passes by so quickly, and in the business of our lives we prioritise. I confess the blog went on the back burner. However, yesterday it was pointed out to me that it has been a while, so here is the August blog. I recently took a short break from work and went over to see Trix's family in Italy. I had a couple of opportunities to take photographs, two of which are shown. The main thing was seeing family. Trix is a great Aunt to triplets and to see them was a joy. The more I reflect on life, the more I realise that realtionships, whether work, social or family are the most important things. People and the relationships between them is the most important thing (for me) of the institution. All that we do, I hope, is for the members, who are not just names on a spreadsheet, but people, with lives and aspirations. So, spending time with family, having some great meals, sitting out late and enjoying a bbq and the conversation was for me, the best part of the holiday. I also got to enjoy a 100 year old brandy. A bit special and very very smooth!! i know August is the quiet month - holidays etc, but come September the ILP will be getting very busy. The Summit in Glasgow and a new President. I am looking forward to seeing mark Johnson taking on the role of President and doing this blog. So I hope to see you at Glasgow. The pictures. The lantern and bracket are attached to the ruin of a castle, which sits high on a hill. I particularly liked the moon and sky that evening. The second picture is of the sun setting. The rich colours and the grasses. So the contrast is between manmade and natural - enjoy