It’s been a while since I last posted. I was on a family holiday in the highlands and having a great time on the beaches, getting some fresh air in amazing scenery. Then came the long drive home and with that, I could feel the gloom descending the further away we got from the highlands. […]
Read more "Earth with a crash"It’s well known, we Scots love a fight. Of course this is a generalisation of the Scottish stereotype, along with hard drinking and strong humour. Individuals vary, which should go without saying but it’s better to be explicit in these matters before a fight breaks out. And yes, that was irony. You see, the only […]
Read more "The Scottish Way"I was awoken this morning by a strange sound – the patter of rain on the tent. Not a heavy downpour but a light smattering which gave a pleasant sound on the taunt fabric of the tent. It was certainly preferable to the wind of the first day which tested my patience to it’s level […]
Read more "Home"After a night in the wind, I actually managed a decent sleep, although my back is suffering a bit today. The tent also survived with no incident, which was good to see, after my clownish efforts yesterday. Today, I went on a beach hunt. For those of you that have been following, I do like […]
Read more "The Retreat – Day 2"I am now in a tent on The Black Isle in the highlands of Scotland. Me, in a tent. You read that correctly. I do like my mod cons when away from home but this time, I wanted to be by the sea, so here I am. That, and keep costs low. Mostly the latter. […]
Read more "The Retreat"Here it is, it’s game day. My team is going head to head with our greatest rivals in the Scottish Cup semi-final at the National Stadium, Hampden park. It’s been a hard road back for the club in the past six / seven years, facing bankruptcy, corruption, oblivion and persecution from the rest of Scottish […]
Read more "It’s a long way to the top"It’s coming to an end – the last day of our highland adventure and we’re planning what to do with ourselves. Lovely morning on the Black Isle and considering our many options for the day ahead. First stop will be Chanonry Point to see if the dolphins are out and feeding, hopefully without the attendance […]
Read more "We’re going to hunt dolphins"When I say to people where I’m going on holiday, they usually ask about the cold, the wet and midges. Well, we don’t go to the highlands for the weather and normally take clothes for all eventualities. It’s been blowing a gale and showery all day, but it doesn’t put us off. As a wiser […]
Read more "Highland adventure"The highlands of Scotland are an amazingly beautiful and diverse place. Turning every corner, you are likely to see a different site (which will look different to yesterday due to change in the light) and also a different accent. Go into cafes and restaurants to be served by people from all over the place, with […]
Read more "Highland therapy #2"We’re here in the highlands, my natural home. Not much more needs to said than this.
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Amused & Bemused 