The Oldest "Bouncer" in the town, ??? brought out

I must be one of the oldest accredited SIA Badge holders to have been on the door at the Bar this week - brought out of retirement to help during the two big concerts at Murryfield. Wednesday night it was the Bon Jovi gig with a great turn out, for us they seemed to be an older crowd, plenty in for food and all good humoured. Just a pity it was raining and cold - which was as we used to say years ago, the extra policeman.

However, Sunday was a bit different, the big show by The Kings of Leon, younger group, sun shining and they had all day to tipple (drink), and from what I heard and saw on the street there were lots who never even reached the stadium let alone allowed in. Many who got in early for the supporting acts ended up collapsing and being taken outside to recover, and not allowed back in. I spoke to one girl who was devastated, saved up, got her ticked, took extra time off work - reached the stadium having drunk too much and passed out - she missed the concert.

Streets were heaving in the area, taxi drivers "making hay while the sun shone" charging extra - so what's new. Bars and restaurants full - so there are benefits to the local economy despite the fact that there were no trams . On Wednesday night many of the local food outlets were "visited" by tax inspectors who were checking tills, taking books, etc. One local restaurant offered the Inspector the keys to the premises as he was so disgusted with their attitude and actions.

Change of subject, two new babies to report this week, Irish Philip and Edu both became daddies to wee bouncing boys - well done to all who are well.

Bit of speculation this morning in Whitburn, West Lothian, where the local Miner's Welfare Club is presently on fire and being tackled by a team of firefighters. Brought back memories of "The Casino" at Nivensknowe, Loanhead, which burnt down under suspicious circumstances many years ago.

Off to town shortly so I might not get the opportunity to watch Andy Murray try and get himself through to the next round at Wimbledon.