Category Archives: medical

Time to get out on the hills – this is a healing place.

Posted on April 6, 2018 by

I had a hard few weeks and with the sad outcome over of the Gibson brothers loss on the hills. It made me think of how lucky I am and yet how healing the hills can be. The photo above … Continue reading →

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Health is Wealth – well being and mental Health!

Posted on March 25, 2018 by

I was just looking through a few photos from 3 years ago I was pretty ill with a bowel problem! I was really struggling and the 4 th operation I was so worried that it may not have been successful! … Continue reading →

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A hard day on the back of Beinn Liath Mhor a few thoughts a day hard day physically and mentally? A huge thanks to Torridon MRT.

Posted on March 5, 2018 by

I was staying at Gerry’s Hostel right next to Achnachellach Station snow had fallen during the night only a smattering but the weather was a little warmer. I was planning to go in to the back of Beinn Liath Mor … Continue reading →

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A long day, a bit of family, some culture, thoughts and a wild late drive along the moonlight snowy A9.

Posted on February 1, 2018 by

It was a long day yesterday getting back at 0115 from Lockerbie. The day started with a wild day in Ayr driving rain and wind then out for a breakfast with my sister in Prestwick. The weather had been wild … Continue reading →

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Drive through Artic Scotland to Ayr then off to Lockerbie and the South

Posted on December 13, 2017 by

Yesterday I was away early after the gritters were out? Heading for Ayr to see my sisters . The main roads were fine and clear going over the Dave Moor was stunning with the Cairngorms plastered, my thoughts were wanting … Continue reading →

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The art of getting old – ungracefully!

Posted on October 24, 2017 by

  Yesterday I applied for my OAP ( yes I am that old now) yes you have to apply for it that was news to me. It was pretty easy in the end and the results soon should be a … Continue reading →

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Glendessary – Sgurr Cos na Breachd – laoigh ( peak of the cave or bonny calf) and unpronounceable name.

Posted on May 8, 2017 by

These early starts It was up at 0500 away at 0630 and it was raining when I left to pick up Derrick the birthday boy 75 yesterday in Forres and then on to Dunphail to pick up Babs. The rain … Continue reading →

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