I started the year with what I thought was a modest intention to write a blog once each month. We’re already well into March and having missed last month, I’m already behind. It’s been that kind of year so far. Some of you know that I took on a temporary, full-time position in early January.… Continue reading Moments of Renewal
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In the Land of Athena and Poseidon
My recent visit to Greece included a couple of outings to places I’ve long wanted to visit. I’d read that the view from the highest place within downtown Athens, Mount Lycabettus, is quite spectacular and indeed, it was lovely and, in a way, informative too. Upon my first trip to Greece, I noticed that the… Continue reading In the Land of Athena and Poseidon
Ode to a Grecian Cat
I’m in Greece visiting D.’s family for the holiday. I have another post draft started in my head, but today I’m posting something that’s purely for fun. Greece is home to many stray cats. Although, sadly they’re everywhere, thankfully, there seem to be cat people in most neighborhoods who tend to the different flocks and… Continue reading Ode to a Grecian Cat
Dreich but with a sunny heart
Hello all, I apologize that 2023 has been a pretty spotty year for the blog. I’m going to attempt to get a couple of more posts in before the year ends. I recently marked my third anniversary of moving to Scotland. As is often the case, in some ways it feels like longer and in… Continue reading Dreich but with a sunny heart
Left is the New Right (or Maiden Voyage to Loch Lomond)
It’s been ages since I’ve last posted a blog. Some of you know it’s been a few months of family upheaval and to be honest I just haven’t been in the best mental space. Also, adventures have been few. I thought I’d resume the blog with a celebratory posting on a recent wee trip to… Continue reading Left is the New Right (or Maiden Voyage to Loch Lomond)
Savoring Fair Weather Days
Being so far north, we’re in the season of long days, really long days, as we approach the Summer Solstice. The extended daylight beguiles me into thinking that I can keep going, long after the time I would normally go to bed. Last night, for example, I looked out the window around 10:30pm to find… Continue reading Savoring Fair Weather Days
Island Exploration – Arran
Scotland’s mainland is skirted by hundreds of islands, with about 90 being inhabited. As I watch the Scottish weather report, I enjoy seeing the names of the islands flash on the map – from Benbecula to Muck – and imagine what life might be like there. So far, my island explorations had been very limited,… Continue reading Island Exploration – Arran
Rainbow Delight
I have another blog in mental planning stage. Hopefully it will move to my fingers and your screen soon. In the meantime, I wanted to share a wonderful sighting from last night. I doubt there is anyone who has moved to Scotland for the weather, ever. The warm people or the beautiful landscapes, yes, but… Continue reading Rainbow Delight
Crossing the River Tweed
Hello! Someone asked me yesterday “what’s going on with your blog?” Well, life has been fairly quiet since I last wrote. We had a period of daily rain here in Glasgow with gray skies and cool/cold temps that didn’t encourage you to venture out. I felt a little like this guy. However, we finally had… Continue reading Crossing the River Tweed
Signs of Scottish Spring
Life’s been quiet lately, just chugging along at the everyday. Yet slowly, winter is making way for spring. So, here’s a brief pause to marvel and give thanks for the wonder of spring. Wishing you all a bit of wonder in the everyday.