Find Her in the Highlands

Jan 24, 20212 min read

A Wander in the Angus Glens

In autumn 2019 I spent about a week walking from Forfar into the Angus Glens. I didn’t have a planned route, I just chose a general...

Jan 15, 20212 min read

Barrhead's Medieval Arthurlie Stone

On a snowy January day in 2018, I set out to find a medieval carved stone. You know how I am with stones - they call to me, and I must...

Dec 20, 20202 min read

Its Time to Write a Book!

I’ve had a lot of time for reflection lately. I have decided to put the historical novels on hold and focus on a book about my own...

Dec 14, 20201 min read

A View to Stroma

“Earl Rognvald collected together his forces in Orkney, planning to sail to Caithness, and when he reached the Pentland Firth he had 30...

Nov 23, 20201 min read

Eilean Donan Castle

Many recognize the iconic Eilean Donan Castle, but many don't know that it was in ruins a century ago. The beautiful castle we all know...

Nov 18, 20201 min read

Memento Mori

Memento Mori - “Remember you must die.” These symbols of mortality include skulls, crossbones, coffins, hourglasses, spades, winged...

Nov 11, 20202 min read

Armistice Day

Armistice Day. 1918. The end of World War I. In the US, where I am now, today is also Veteran’s Day. For remembering veterans of all...

Nov 6, 20202 min read

Friendship on the West Highland Way

On a lovely November day 4 years ago, I returned to Glencoe unsure of my plans for the day. A group of pensioners from Glasgow struck up...

Oct 9, 20208 min read

Findlater Castle

You know I love a good ruin, and Findlater Castle (pronounced FIN-dla-ter) on the northern edge of Aberdeenshire/Banffshire is a special...

Sep 16, 20208 min read

I'm Published - and for a Good Cause!

I’ve been sitting on something for a few weeks that I’ve been dying to tell you guys I am excited to finally share that not only am I a...