Weather for the Ducks

After the too-hot weather at Easter and a few good days between then and now, we're almost back to winter up here! In between the rain and wind, we managed an outing as usual to one of our favourite spots for coffee and walks.

Aberdour on the Fife coast is a truly magical little village, beach and harbour. We took the risk of driving across there as it was so dreich here. Yet, once at the famous Silver Sands, there wasn't a drop of rain and we were able to enjoy a good walk after coffee and scones.

I amused myself by watching the three ducks that had wandered up to the patio of the café - which is next to the beach but raised so we can look down on the sea and sand. Not content with their little conflab on the patio, they then waddled round to the door of the café. The photos aren't so good as they were taken with my old mobile.

I discovered from one of the staff that the ducks have been doing this for many years and one of the girls goes out and rewards them with a little snack. Perseverance pays! Must say, they didn't cause any bother whatsoever and were not allowed inside of course.

There's something about a beach on a dull day that I love as it's more atmospheric when not too sunny or busy. We certainly came home all the better for having spent the morning in such a lovely place.