I didn't see all of Franklin but the town centre where the festivities were held had the feel of what we in the UK would call a village, and a lovely village at that. It was as if the people had opened their village and invited everyone to come and enjoy the fun. It was great. I talked to more people in the six hours that I was there than I have at any other Scottish games or gathering.

The only X Marker I saw was Matt Newsome in the Tartan Museum gift shop where I bought a kilt belt for me , a sash for my wife and a CD by Bob Martin about the kilt.

I have already marked it down as a must attend next year!!!!

Peter