Did ceremony leave you cheering or cringing?

“The opening number was a definite cringe-fest. It was every Scottish stereotype you could think of. Our history could have been told in a much better way.” – Fiona Reid, Forfar

“The opening ceremony was what Scotland is all about – friendliness and invention.” – Hamilton McLean, Great Harwood

“The first 15 minutes were cringe-worthy. Karen Dunbar and John Barrowman couldn’t sing and this sequence was not a reflection of Glasgow or Scotland – but the Games will be a fantastic showcase for both.” – Margaret Halliday, Dumfries

“I’m not very interested in sport but because the Games are in Scotland, I will watch some events. If it helps to regenerate Glasgow it has all been worth it.” – Margaret Gibb, Burntisland

“I thought it was fun, fast-moving and everyone looked as if they were enjoying themselves. It showed Scotland as a forwardthinking country, not one always looking back.” – Kathleen Hollingworth, Kirkcaldy

“The opening ceremony was a total embarrassment for Scotland. I will not be following the Games. I’ll be glad when it’s all over.” – Allison Scotland, North Berwick

“Apparently the opening ceremony was meant to be tongue in cheek, but who knew that? To me, it was totally cringeworthy, despite the years of planning.” – Irene Thomson, Perth

“The whole show was excellent. I’m looking forward to the diving, swimming and judo.” – Dave Whyte, Kirkcaldy

“I thought the Scottie dogs were a brilliant idea. Even their outfits looked really good unlike the awful outfit the athletes had to wear – those mustard stockings were dreadful!” – Sheila Webb, Edinburgh

“It’s nice to see Glasgow getting the recognition it deserves. I am sure they will do Scotland proud.” – Bea Smith, Doncaster

“Exciting and entertaining with bells on!” – Christine Boyer, Bicester

“What a fiasco! I couldn’t figure out what they were trying to get across xxxxxdy. and why John Barrowman and Karen Dunbar? Neither can sing. I am sure we have singers who could have done a better job.” – John Morrison, Wakefield

“It was a brilliant opening ceremony – no cringe factor. Congratulations to all involved.” — John McKenzie, Thruxton

“I thought the ceremony was very good and enjoyable to watch. I hope it makes people realise what a lovely place Scotland is and will bring in lots of business.” – Linda Burns, Ayrshire

“I regretted not being able to watch the opening ceremony, but saw the highlights and thought allin-all it was brilliant. There are always critics who like to poohpooh such events. But just the logistics alone is usually a massive achievement and I hate to hear such efforts being derided.” – Judi Martin, Maryculter

“I was embarrassed with John Barrowman – we have so much better talent in Scotland. Did Gordon Matheson not know he had a microphone in front of him? It was like a shop steward addressing the shipyard workers in the ’70s.” – Ronnie Leitch, Dumbarton

“The opening ceremony was mainly good. The only real cringe factor was Rod Stewart.” – Graham D’Arcy, Glasgow

“I’m not at all interested in the Games and find the travel disruption we are suffering in Glasgow unacceptable during the summer holidays. I watched the opening ceremony and will probably watch the closing one (with a sigh of relief), but won’t be watching any of the events.” – Liz Kelly, Glasgow