A year on... it feels like yesterday that I saw you and held your hand but at the same time it feels like forever. Miss you Dad.

Dear Roma, My deepest condolences to you and family. The world has lost a true Scottish gentleman, a fine scholar and we are left to mourn a much appreciated friend. Pardon the time lag. You will understand that time moves slowly down under. I am in good health apart from a stroke suffered 9 years ago! I therefore live in aged care. I would appreciate any news that you may have. If only we could turn the clock back occasionally. Yours Sincerely Ian McDonald

We chose this for Dad because we were looking for a poem or words to celebrate his Scottish heritage which he was very proud of. I particularly like that it pays tribute to honesty, integrity, guidance and knowledge. “Epitaph On My Own Friend” – Robert Burns An honest man here lies at rest, As ever God with His image blest: The friend of man, the friend of truth; The friend of age, and guide of youth: Few hearts like his, with virtue warmed, Few heads with knowledge so informed: If there’s another world, he lives in bliss; If there is none, he made the best of this.