M is for… Meltdown
“..a disastrous collapse or breakdown…” This amazing green sculpture is made uranium glass lit by ultraviolet light. The eerie glow suggsest meltdown to me, though I’m not sure that’s what […]
K is for … Kilt
Highland dress was initially associated with the Gaelic north and west of the country and, coinciding as it did with the emergence of an elite warrior culture, it became associated […]
The Tardis Lands in Glasgow
Police Boxes like this one used to be a common sight around Britain. They predate our era of easy mobile communications; they were located in public places to allow the […]
Galleries of the National Museum of Scotland
-Look Up, Look Down Challenge, Week 29 Every Thursday, I publish a post containing photo(s) taken from above or below, and invite you to join in the challenge by posting your own photos with […]
Don’t Stand in the Passages
This post is here really – sorry for the confusion.
Chim Chim Cher-ee!
“Chim chiminey Chim chiminey Chim chim cher-ee! A sweep is as lucky As lucky can be “ These chimneys in Ann Street, Edinburgh, have been given a red neon treatment […]
Greek Temple in Edinburgh
This magnificent Greek-style temple can be found on the Water of Leith walkway in Edinburgh, between Deanhaugh Street and the Dean Bridge. At this spot, a mineral spring flows into the […]
Peppa Pig in the Rain
Peppa Pig was one of the stars of the giant Easter Egg Hunt in 2013. I caught up with the travelling exhibition in a wet Glasgow, and this shot of […]
Next Door
Linked to Daily Prompt: Next Door and Delirious Doors.
Where to Visit in 2014
Are you planning your 2014 travels yet? If so, the Lonely Planet has some suggestions for you. Top 10 Countries for 2014 Brazil Antarctica Scotland Sweden Malawi Mexico Seychelles Belgium […]
Greyfriars Bobby
Greyfriars Bobby is probably the most famous and loved pet in Scotland. He was a Skye terrier who, so the story goes, pined for years at his master’s graveside in […]
Travel with Intent 