Author Archives: Rebecca

The morning started with the purchase of the local tipple…Deeside Water. It’s supposed to have healing properties so I got a couple of bottles from the service station. I mean, you can’t have too much of a good thing. I’ve … Continue reading →

I should have done this a week ago, but forgot. Norbert will not be happy. Norbert is my travelling companion. I’ll let him introduce himself…. Hello. I’m Norbert the sheep. I was born in China but spent most of my … Continue reading →

I can’t work out why they wear kilts up here in the wilderness. Why no undies????????? I mean, you could have your clan’s tartan printed on thermal long johns. Surely! Having been to a school where the uniform was black … Continue reading →

I awoke (not that much sleeping has had) to the words in my head, “I am Spartan!!” I always find that a good battle cry when things get a bit tough….namely the cold in this situation. However, it turned out … Continue reading →

They really do! Sometimes I think I’m in a non-English speaking country! The kiddies sound cute, though. While the rest of Britain was still counting and recounting votes (seriously guys…you need to sort out your election process!!), we were busy … Continue reading →

I couldn’t decide on the title for this one, so I gave you a choice of two. I think I prefer the second one! There’s a wee prize for those who can tell me what “Failte” means. Scotland is cold. … Continue reading →

Sorry I’m a bit behind but it seems electricity sockets and wifi are in short supply up here in Scotland! Anyway….the journey continues…….. Wednesday saw me meet up with Serena in Glastonbury for the start of our road trip. Thelma … Continue reading →

Sandwich is tiny, but as we all know, good things come in small packages! It’s hard to believe that it used to be one of the four biggest towns in England. It is so quaint and still looks medieval. I … Continue reading →

Well. This is it. The day I really wasn’t sure would arrive is here. Fare thee well London Town. Ok…so I’ll be back in June for a little while, but really only as a visitor. My time as a Londoner … Continue reading →

If you’re in the ocean and being battered a bit by waves, it’s always better just to float around on them rather than try to fight the current (I know, I know…the knowledge one gains growing up in Aus!!). Go … Continue reading →