A final word on the election...I promise

Here's just some of the messages of support I've received since losing the election.



"Sorry you didn't get a seat but I'm sure you'll continue to work for the area.
Thankfully the LibDems got a beating and are all but gone"





"I also convinced a couple of floating voters i.e friends to vote for you, hard luck there's always the X factor".



"Genuinely sorry you were not successful - their loss... I would've voted for you, but as I have recently been reminded by EDC re placing request, we don't live in Bishopbriggs...."



"We are really disappointed for you Donald, we’re sure you would have made an excellent councillor. You ran a really positive campaign and addressed the issues that matter to local residents. Quite sure this is only the beginning of your political career – more people with your energy and commitment is what’s needed. Anyway, quite sure you will be on the heels of the councillors ensuring they do their job!"



"This is a pity. I suppose that this is a mixture of apathy coupled with the effect of the National SNP machine."



"If you didn't get in then i'm assuming the rest of your alliance was unsuccessful since you had the highest profile. Bad Luck, I really thought you were in with a chance!!"



"Dont be too disheartened at least there are no Lib Dems in our local area and John Morrison is out on his ear - you had a good campaign and deserved a chance at least"



"Commiserations Keep up, the good work though"



"Very surprised by the result, I thought you were in with a shout. Don't give up!"



" It's been a bit of a marathon...I wondered how you were getting on...sorry you were unsuccessful, however it's good to see that the Libdems got gubbed! Only what they deserve. "

Que Sera

Ah well. Like the Murphys...I'm not bitter.

A neighbour said they thought I would have been the best councillor Bishopbriggs South never had.

It has been an eventful few weeks, and although I am obviously disappointed, not just for myself but also for Woodhill, I don't think it is the end of the world. As far as doing this again in four years time; well my thought at this stage is that anyone who wants to be a 'politician' should automatically be banned from becoming one.

Circumstances over the last couple of years led to me being approached to stand. To sit down and say that you want to stand for election reminds me of the famous Grouch Marx statement that he'd never join a club that would have him as a member.

One very positive aspect of the campaign has been the interest shown in the work of the Woodhill Residents Group. Woodhill is a great place to live, however there are still problems and challenges facing it- and the rest of Bishopbriggs. Our Councillors must not be found wanting. It is one thing to ride to election success on the back of a national swing or because of national or even international issues, it is another thing to make a difference to the lives of local people.

Woodhill will be watching.

Win or lose...I have a cunning plan

Listening to the radio this morning it is clear that there have been major problems in Scotland and in East Dunbartonshire in particular.

With the spoiled papers in mind maybe I should have stood for the SPOILED PAPERS PARTY.

Anyway all of my lamppost signs are down as far as I can tell - if you spot any lonely signs please use the comment button below to let me know and I'll get it taken down.

Phew..What a Scorcher

What a long day today was. Not because of the sunshine or the sore legs from standing about all day, but having to listen to the other candidates arguing with each other!

Consternation late this evening when it was discovered that one candidate had left his rucksack behind at the polling station. Everyone was concerned as it was assumed that it held a vital lifesaving device as it had not left his back for the past three weeks.

And what became of the missing candidate. He was never seen all day. And what a pity as there was a steady stream of voters wanting to 'have a word' as they say.

And me. I'll let you be the judge of that. But you have probably done that already.

Forecast looking good for tomorrow...and the weather's OK as well.

As promised yesterday a little something extra for the election this morning. Put up some banners to catch the morning rush hour.

Certainly seemed to catch the eye of everyone, especially the person who went around after nine and tipped them over. As I was going to move them after nine anyway they helped me out. So a big thank you to the person or persons responsible...you know who you are so no need to give you a mention.

Banners now in place on residents front gardens, under the watchful eyes of supporters.

Tomorrow is another day

Tomorrow is another day, but it doesn't mean the campaign has finished.

As you might expect I've kept a little something for the last full day of campaigning.

At this stage I think it is only right for me to give a great BIG thank-you to all of the people who have helped me over the past few weeks. Regardless of the result on Thursday/Friday you are all winners to me.

So thanks (in no particular order) to Michelle and Ian, Jackie and Ann, Jack and Wilma, Rosie, Angela, Liz, Kevin, Gus and Morag, Jim and Betty, Tom and finally Robert.

Thanks
ps Oh and thanks to Gordon my Agent and my wife Linda and my son Ross.