The road to Inverary, Argyle, wends its way from the west through the famous, and aptly named, 'Rest and be Thankful'! This place is steeped in Scottish history, and if the hills and rocks could talk, what stories they could tell. I have visited this historic town many times, and driven the same road, but each time the scenery looks more majestic. The lochs, hills and valleys are magnificent in any weather, and in all seasons. In all this beauty, there is a hamburger stand on the viewpoint at one of the most picturesque points, and to say it is out of place is an understatement. Having said that, he was doing a roaring trade when we were there. As a reminder of the ruggedness and steep risings of the hills, we passed the site where an RAF Tornado came down while on a training mission just a few days before. It is no coincidence that this area is used extensively by the RAF, but also serves as a reminder as to how unforgiving these hills are. In that respect, nothing has changed in Scottish history over the centuries. During Clan 'wars' these hills were not very forgiving, even then. In these modern times, visitors are attracted in droves to the beauty of the area, and climbers and airmen use it to test themselves against the steep, rugged craggy rock faces, and some will lose their lives in the process! To preserve the security of the visitors and tourists, we also need the risk-takers. Such is the strange world we live in.
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