My trip to beautiful Scotland

I took a mini-vacation and went to Scotland for three days... to visit Karen (Killiarn Kitties). I had an absolutely wonderful time! :) Scotland is so beautiful, and I will recommend everybody to see for yourself.

When I arrived in Edinburgh, I had the opportunity to meet Alec (KK’s husband), he was leaving for work in England.

The weather wasn’t very nice, but we were driving around, so it really didn’t matter. Karen is a good driver and knows all the places to go, of course. ;)

I also got to meet Karen's mum, a really nice lady.

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Karen agreed to go shopping and we both got some nice things.... Among other things, I bought a nice shirt, and a pair of Adidas Supernova for half the price of what they cost here.

I had been looking forward to meeting Jessica, Samantha and Daisy of course, and I did! However, I could not tell who was who. :o And they were not very sociable. However, I think it was Samantha who came to greet me a couple of times the last day.

Here’s Jessica on the terrasse, isn't she gorgeous!

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I spotted Samantha sitting outside the window, she wanted to get in, but was a little cautious with me there.

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Mum helped open the window for her.

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Mickey from next door came to visit quite often, and was welcomed, although he helped himself to the Killiarn Kitties’ food. He is an old boy and rahter skinny, so he needed it.

Here he is, patiently waiting for dinner on the kitchen table. Such a sweet boy!

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Karen made some delicious dinners..... did I mention we had some good wine with it. :D

We’re ready to eat!

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One day, we drove up to Glenturret Distiilery, hoping to see the new employee, who took over as a mouser when Towser died. Brooke was having her afternoon nap inside, but we did get to see her backside while fast asleep. No pictures allowed, unfortunately.

So in pure frustration , we went and took some pictures of the horses outside, they were gorgeous.

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There was this little bridge over a stream that looked wonderful.

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There were lots of Whisky barrels, but we didn’t taste or did the tour - I don’t like whisky.

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Men working.

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This is a statue of Towser, the previous mouser there. He lived to be 24 years old and was famous for his hunting skills.

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Here I am giving him an ear scritch.

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We had lunch there too, and I found the best cake I’ve ever tasted.... “Shortbread Millionaire”

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On the way back, we spotted some Highland cattle and had to get a few pics....

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Gorgeous animals!

We passed fields with sheep and lamb all the time, and they were so cute!

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Lovely little villages too.
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Across from the Highland cattle, we spotted a Christmas store - open all year. I have never seen anything like it, it was simply amazing!

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Inside

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They have little rooms with different schemes.

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Here's a link to the store: http://www.nutcrackerchristmasshop.co.uk/

Although the weather wasn’t very good, we did get a little bit of sun, so I could sit outside and have a cigaret.

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Back home, I had to unpack as usual, and Fister loved my Adidas.

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Of course, he had to check out my suitcase too. :D

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THANK YOU FOR A LOVELY TIME, KAREN!!

Randi, it looks like you had a wonderful trip! Scotland is a beautiful country, my husband and I have traveled there, and I'm sure you had great hosts! The pictures are great! You should have tried the Whisky - the "water of life" over there is not the same as it is anywhere else! As I remember, they call the cattle "Highland Coo" - but I could be mistaken. They are gorgeous creatures, though.

Thanks for the pictures and memories of Scotland! :D
Maggie

Looks like you had a wonderful time.:) I am so jealous.;) All the pictures
are great. It's good you had time to go so many places.

I've only been to Scotland in January - it is MUCH greener in your pictures! I was in Glasgow, visiting my former boss. Glasgow is a different place - fairly industrial in many parts, but with many sturdy buildings built of yellow-colored stone that glows like burnished gold in the sunlight.

What a great place Scotland is and what a gracious host Karen is (not to mention, Samantha, Jessica, and Diasy!)

I am envious...it looks like you had a fabulous time Randi! And that red jacket! ;););)

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What a kissable (if one should ever get that close!) face!

Hello Mr. Mickey...still the door crashing devil!

And our adorable Fister...welcoming mum home in his best kute kitty style!

I'm so glad I spotted this thread. What a wonderful trip!! I love all the pictures. It looks like a magical place. Like something I would see on tv. Thanks for sharing. It certainly looks like Fister was glad to have his Mom back home.:)

:eek: WoW such Great Pics.. All of such Beauty.. Wish I could go.. Someday maybe..

Oh how fun! I can imagine it was a fabulous trip with good company, beautiful scenery and shops! That Christmas shop is too cool! The highland cattle are so cool! I've never seen anything like those!

Of course, hugs and kisses for all the kitties! Such sweet faces!

What a wonderful little vacation! And it looks like you had great weather, too. Thanks for the report and the photos.

Randi, you took some lovely pictures! It's too bad that the weather wasn't a little better for us, but then, that's why the place always looks so green - other than in the middle of winter as Karen says. :D

The first cat picture you posted was of Jessica, our fluffy mummy, and it was Samantha who came in the window. That is a really nice photo of Jessica, much better than the evil look she reserves for most cameras. That is probably why you didn't recognise her. :D

I thoroughly enjoyed our days, and I am so well prepared for Christmas this year!

Glad to see that Fister approved of your purchases. The girls have eaten the last can of meat that he sent and thoroughly enjoyed it. Please pass on sume grateful hugs. :love:

I am also jealous because it looks you came closer to the Grey Ladies than I ever managed;)
But- I miss portraits of little lambs with a black nosie. We were very close to adopting one in April last year;)
However Fister is another highlight- he obviously loves Adidas.

Oh Randi, what a nice time you had! I love all your pics and the story, thanks for posting! :)

What fun for you two! I love the pictures and am quite envious of another Pet Talk meeting that I couldn't be involved in!

Wow what such awesome pictures! Thanks so much, I enjoyed looking at the pictures!!!:D

Oh my - to just say that I am jealous isn't nearly enough. I am really envious of your lovely trip to visit Karen and Scotland. Look at her beautiful girls - each one lovelier than the last. Cute little visitor the girls have too. (smart little bugger isn't he?)

Now the pictures of the cows - Karen knows I love cows and I have a post card from her in my breakfast room where my cow collection lives........with a beautiful cow pictured.

And that dinner - I looked - and sure enough there would have been room for me at the very end of the table to share that meal with you. It sure looked good.

Randi, I am so happy that you were able to make the trip and had such a wonderful time.

But just look who was waiting for you - looking adorable to remind you of why you come home (and what your responsibility is too:D).