I’m suffering from a touch of feline paralysis tonight and let’s see how far I can get…well that was last night and this is this morning and I didn’t get very far last night. So I’m trying again.
Someone stopped in the shop the other day “yes I follow your blog and your trip to Scotland” which made me feel very guilty that I haven’t finished! Well blame it on the new cats in my life, Christmas shopping, wrapping, decorating and so much more!
So our very last stop was Stirling Castle located in where else? Stirling, Scotland. It is one of the largest and most important castles in Scotland, both historically and architecturally. It sits atop Castle Hill and is surrounded on 3 sides by steep cliffs, giving it a strong defensive position. It was guarding, well until the 1890’s the farthest downstream location crossing of the River Forth. If you want to read more about it, Google!
Notice the butterfly?
And the bee?
I never got inside as we only had a few hours and I was enjoying the grounds and especially the gardens!
The end! I loved Scotland, I loved the trip, the food, the Scotch, the sightseeing, the shopping, the stitching, Phillipa, Laura, Meredith, Richard who made the trip so extra special for us and of course my fellow tour attendees. We had a great group!
Until the next time…
Vicky, I love the second Scotland picture – are those tombstones spread across the hillsides? Very atmospheric.
Thanks Joanne. I think you’re right…maybe it needs a bit of Googling?! Or I could ask Phillipa.
your pictures are stunning Vicky. Do you have a special camera? I fully understand kitty interruptions but what is more important…giving attention to our kitties or getting something done? Really enjoyed your pictures of Scotland.
Thank you Wendy! I just use my Galaxy S9+ phone. I have thought about buying a camera, but a few techie friends have said, why? I look forward to going back. Kitties are #1 when I’m home!