Beautiful, both the writing and the recording. I loved seeing with you this place whose story the sea has decided long ago (brilliant that). And I know what you mean when you say memories of David stop you short. That’s how it is with the people we never imagined, losing, isn’t it? I’m sorry you lost him.
Thank YOU, Holly. I so appreciate your kind words and I love that you wrote my brother’s name. It feels as if no one can be lost as long as they’re remembered.
Look back at the landscape of childhood and provable, recorded facts dot the horizon as unassailable pinnacles, but the dreamscape of time that passes while simply growing up is harder to plot. There is an unmeasurable distance between the facts and what feels true."
A perfect summing up of the odd experience of memoir. I look forward to hearing more about your travel through that 'unmeasurable distance'. Beautiful, evocative writing that tells a deep story.
Given the 'new' 500 route, I was surprised how few tourists there were. It still seems to be something of a hidden gem treasured mostly by its regulars. Not that that's a bad thing by any measure!
This was beautiful, Beth! Scotland looks amazing, and it’s definitely on our travel list. Your photos are stunning! I’m so sorry about your brother. I lost one of my brothers last year - never did I think he'd be gone so soon. Sending you a big hug!
Beautiful, both the writing and the recording. I loved seeing with you this place whose story the sea has decided long ago (brilliant that). And I know what you mean when you say memories of David stop you short. That’s how it is with the people we never imagined, losing, isn’t it? I’m sorry you lost him.
Thank you, Beth, for another beautiful post.
Thank YOU, Holly. I so appreciate your kind words and I love that you wrote my brother’s name. It feels as if no one can be lost as long as they’re remembered.
Look back at the landscape of childhood and provable, recorded facts dot the horizon as unassailable pinnacles, but the dreamscape of time that passes while simply growing up is harder to plot. There is an unmeasurable distance between the facts and what feels true."
A perfect summing up of the odd experience of memoir. I look forward to hearing more about your travel through that 'unmeasurable distance'. Beautiful, evocative writing that tells a deep story.
Thank you— I know you’re a deep listener so your kind words are very much appreciated.
You are an observer of the natural world too so I’m glad to have your ear as I travel through the landscapes of mine.
Beautifully written! I love the far North West of Scotland and visit annually. It's very special and your words captured it perfectly.
Thanks so much, Nicola! I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Given the 'new' 500 route, I was surprised how few tourists there were. It still seems to be something of a hidden gem treasured mostly by its regulars. Not that that's a bad thing by any measure!
This was beautiful, Beth! Scotland looks amazing, and it’s definitely on our travel list. Your photos are stunning! I’m so sorry about your brother. I lost one of my brothers last year - never did I think he'd be gone so soon. Sending you a big hug!
This is so beautiful and tender and deep, and you really do have one of the most incredible voices I’ve ever heard.