The committee’s Christmas Dinner has increased in popularity since it was inaugurated in 2006 and on 21^st December, 15 members sat down in the clubroom to a sumptuous meal provided by Globe Inn chef James and staff.

The more discriminating present chose the Roast Lamb Shank with a Red Wine and Mint Gravy, served with New Potatoes and Fresh Market Vegetables as the main course but mouth-watering starters and desserts were on offer. For this Festive Frolic, members appeared in seasonal attire although some eyebrows were raised at certain ties and electric headgear. It seemed that George Templeton had a Gnu’s skull on his head but was at pains to explain it was a reindeer.

President John Caskie welcomed the company, which became more raucous as the evening progressed and inhibitions were cast to the winds. The highlight was the visit by Secret Santa Clause’s deputy, who invited members individually to her ample bosom and granted a wish to each and a gift from her sack which caused much hilarity.

After dinner entertainment is best left to the imagination but some photographs are now in circulation, which may be the subject of litigation later. Yes, an excellent night with good company, a terrific meal and some modest refreshments.

As this will be the last deposit on the blogosphere in 2009, I would like to take the opportunity to wish all our readers who, including overseas, are numbered in the handful, a happy and prosperous 2010.  No more Burns until 11^th January.

DS

24/12/09