Nature loves May showers. While much of the population hoped the warm, dry weather marked the arrival of summer, the rain ensured our gardens blossomed
Category: Positive and Inspired
The Northern lights of May
The Northern lights of May were spectacular. Nearly everyone caught sight of the colourful display. A remote location without light pollution wasn’t required to see
Happiness and Ostara
Happiness and Ostara. It’s worth noting that tomorrow is the International Day of Happiness! It coincides neatly with tomorrow also being the Spring or Vernal
Book promotion day 2
Book promotion day 2. It’s all about stepping outside my comfort zone. Doing short videos to promote my latest book and answer questions is fun.
New Book for Christmas
New Book for Christmas. On 16th December, 2023, I published my memoir. My latest book is called, ‘The Confessions and Life Lessons of a Country
Nature is a great healer
Nature is a great healer. Most of us feel better when we have spent time outdoors. From a morning dog walk to an afternoon stroll
Morning magic and Unicorns
Morning magic and Unicorns. Don’t we all need a sprinkle of magic in our lives? Uplifting morning light to a glimpse of a wild creature,
November rain and mist
November rain and mist. November often presents wonderful photographic opportunities. Damp days and lingering mists in the hills above the trees look magical especially when
October sunlight on Birch Tree
October sunlight on Birch Tree. Sunlight uplifts the soul, it makes all the bad things good again. It is a positive influence, and an essential
Morning moon and sunlight
Morning moon and sunlight. A morning walk lit by the sun and looked upon by the moon is a perfect start to the day. October’s
Birch symbolic of renewal
Birch symbolic of renewal. In Celtic mythology, the birch is associated with the Tree of Life and was said to represent the link between the
Monday morning welcome light
Monday morning welcome light. After a weekend of prolonged heavy rain and floods, Scotland braced for more rain overnight. Thankfully, it rained very little and
Water, rain, full and flowing
Water, rain, full and flowing. October is a month of active nature. The temperatures dip, the wind picks up and the low light of the
Embracing October’s Autumn Palette
Embracing October’s Autumn Palette. It is one of the most spectacular months for colour and change. The slow and steady approach of winter can be
Is age the barrier?
Is age the barrier? It’s a subject I have pondered on quite a lot recently in my business. If you are a woman within my
September and the rain
September and the rain. Looking through my photo archives it’s interesting to compare the weather each year. Depending on what app you use on your
What is Artificial Intelligence (AI)?
What is Artificial Intelligence (AI)? Artificial Intelligence is the intelligence demonstrated by computers, as opposed to human or animal intelligence. It combines computer science and
In death we need to talk about wellness
In death we need to talk about wellness. The death of a parent is a traumatic event, and it puts an indelible marker onto life’s
Women in Wellies with Linda Mellor
Women in Wellies with Linda Mellor. Guest, Linda Mellor, enjoys a chat with Hannah and Charlotte in their popular twice-monthly podcast called ‘Women in Wellies’.
A sunset or sunrise?
A sunset or sunrise? I like both but feel more drawn to sunrise, and there are lots of reasons why. But this sequence of photographs,
An outdoors life
An outdoors life is the best life, just look at the scenes you can capture! Spending time outdoors is never wasted. This is the time
Top up your creativity
Top up your creativity. Experiences and adventures, no matter how small, all help towards topping up your creativity fuel tank. Probably the best way to
Sunrise sunshine yes please!
Sunrise sunshine, yes please! There is no better way to start the day than with a walk. A walk while the sun is rising is
Do you love windy weather?
Do you love windy weather? The windy weather shakes things up and brings about thoughts of change. In this sense, wind can be defined as
Daily choices around us
Daily choices around us. Choices are everywhere should you choose to see them. A morning walk revealed wildlife making choices, just look at the two
Sunset and stags in February
Sunset and stags in February on a Sunday evening was an uplifting ending to a peaceful weekend. What a sky! As the sun started to
First day of February and Imbolc
First day of February and Imbolc. It is a time for celebration! Even when many people bemoan January as a long month, there are celebrations
A new dawn
A new dawn is such an uplifting sight. It is a great way to start your day. This morning was a perfect Monday morning. The
Women in Wellies Podcast
A new podcast launched today with Hannah Lloyd and Charlotte Gilfillan. In their first episode the hosts introduced themselves and gave an insight into their
What makes your heart sing?
What makes your heart sing? Well, for me it has to be the outdoors, and wildlife encounters. Living in the highlands, I am fortunate I
Sunlight beckons us in
Sunlight beckons us in. This afternoon’s deer feed and the light was glorious. The air temperature was well below freezing but there was hardly a
self-care is the only resolution
Self-care is the only resolution you will need. On second thoughts, and in addition to self-care, a healthy dash of inspiration should be added. Each
Forward looking
Now is the time for some forward looking. It’s late December and many of us are having a quiet time between Christmas day and New