On the western coast of Scotland, situated south of the region’s major city, Oban, and east of the large isle of Mull are the three small islands of Seil, Luing, & Easdale. Part of the Inner Hebrides, they’re certainly far … Continue reading →
I promised last night that I’d start my Scotland blogging tonight. But, I’ve spent the last 4 hours just organizing the pictures. So, I’m going to “kind of” start my blogging. These pictures are of the subject of my first … Continue reading →
Charlie posted a request on one of my other blog entries for the pistacio liqueur recipe. The key to good results is the freshness of the pistacio nuts. Don’t scrimp on quality here. The fresher and greener the nut meats … Continue reading →
The week of the trip we most anticipated is proving to be worthy of our anticipation. We only got here Saturday, but are already worried about how soon we must leave. This place is amazing. We pushed ourselves yesterday. Had … Continue reading →
I feel bad that these posts don’t have any photos. But, the service in this part of Scotland is veerrryyy slow. Can’t seem to handle much. I’ll just have to save the good stuff for when we get back, and … Continue reading →
Brad commented on my entry from the other day with this little toast. I love it, and thought I share it with all of you….along with our solemn promise to drink a toast to everyone who reads this and asks … Continue reading →
I’m at the public library in Oban. They have free unlimited computer access. Like Portugal, they let you stay until someone new comes in and needs a computer. Then they take the person who has been on the longest off. … Continue reading →
Yesterday I was telling a friend about how much I’m looking forward to the fabulous Scottish seafood — specifically langostino. We are only 7 days away from enjoying it for ourselves. My thoughts strayed to past great seafood meals. I … Continue reading →
How do you put a lock on the wide open spaces? And what are you locking in? Or out? Five years ago, Dan and I took a big looping auto tour of Wyoming. We started in Jackson Hole, visited Yellowstone, … Continue reading →
Eight days until we leave for our month in Scotland. We’ll fly into Edinburgh; pick up our car; drive right past the front door of Susan Boyle’s house in West Lothian on our way to Oban on the western coast. … Continue reading →