I wanted to share a wee memory. At the time of typing this blog I believe it took place around 2018-ish and involved a tourist looking nervously in our direction.
The gentleman in question had noted that we were pulling up in to our designated parking space (as we had been shopping in the local coastal town of Wick).
The eager individual made himself known as we sat there contemplating what it was he was going to say. Usually when we are approached by tourists, the conversation mostly contains references to directions to the Whaligoe Steps.
On this occasion (which is why it is so memorable) the gentleman advised us that we had mistakenly parked in a local resident’s parking space. He looked suitably concerned and for a moment we were taken off guard.
Amusingly and warmly we responded by saying that we were indeed the residents who lived within the property in which the parking space had been allocated.
Maybe a mild blush from all concerned and then we parted ways most amicably.
Thank you to the individual concerned for being so attentive and readily at hand to share such observation. It was appreciated and proved how thoughtful some people can be.
Below is a photo I stumbled across taken from the top of the Whaligoe Steps. Don’t look down if you have a fear of heights.
Thanks for your time, take care and be safe.
