Busy day

Busy day, Linda needed to go to her Ortho to have her hip looked at.
Arthritic Flareup.  Better than needing a replacement.  Meds for now then a shot in July.  If it doesn't help then an MRI to dig farther. Then lunch at Limoncello as a treat .  I also have a commission I need to finish this week so Scotland paintings are on the back burner..

Day #2 in Scotland
We started in Calton Hill a UNESCO site.



Beautiful views of Edinburgh.


Off to Rosslyn Chapel, a highlight...founded in 1446, say that again...1446!    They did not allow you to take photos inside.

But I found this to show you the magnificent carvings.


Off to Melrose, that's the Leaderfoot Viaduct behind us.

We had to wait till a bike race went through the street we were on.  I enjoyed it, the rest of the group not so much!  Back in Edinburgh for dinner at  Angels with Bagpipes and to bed.

2025 Scotland #1

mini original watercolor  $225

Queensferry, a town to the west of Edinburgh.  Beautiful stone and Chimneys everywhere.

We decided to go with Personal Tours of Scotland with Brian.  There was 5 of us; Me and Linda, my brother Carl and his wife Beth and our good friend Joan with a driver/guide.  I am SO glad I was not driving!  After Brian picked us up at the airport we dug right in.   Stopped for coffee in Queensferry.  Walked the beach and found sea glass.  Great view of the Forth Bridge (UNESCO site)

Brian sporting his family kilt and Linda with the famous red bridge.

Off to Dean Village  and a walk... 

Our gang 

We dropped our luggage and its off to explore the sights and sounds (bagpipes) along the Royal Mile in Edinburgh.  I love bagpipes!


Next is exploring the Castle and fantastic views of the city.



Not finished yet...St. Giles Cathedral.  We came in on the tale end of some singing.  (Linda loves exploring churches)


Dinner at Piggs. A little Spanish Tapas in Scotland but it did not disappoint.  Now time to fall into bed!
We stayed at Adagio Edinburgh Royal Mile.

We are back!

We are back from 11 fabulous days in Scotland. This was my bucket list and it did not disappoint!  I LOVED it. 
Always on the lookout for Hairy Coos...

Home at 5:30 on Tuesday and there is always so much to do.  Mentally switching gears,  lots of laundry, there are no groceries in the house,  pack for the weekend show... Wednesday and Thursday Abbey & Ben are home for a visit.  Wednesday we are all going out to Ciro's for dinner.   Thursday is Fox Meadows for lunch and ice cream.  Friday is pack then set up for the weekend show.  Show Saturday and Sunday...  SO, no blogging till next week and I will tell you ALL about Scotland.
See you this weekend  at this great quality show...

2025 Still Life #28

original watercolor  $225
My antique shop always has some baskets hanging...I am drawn to them!

This is my last blog until 6/18!  We are heading to Scotland, my bucket list request.

UPDATE:  I finished my May ride for Cancer with 332 miles, overachieved a little!  It was a very rainy month.  I am so excited to have raised $2297 for Cancer and am grateful to everyone who donated and cheered me on!!

Add this great show to your calendar,  I am privileged to be included.