On Monday Ken and I went up the Bealach Na Ba in our Motor Home. Here is a poem written by Michael McDermott.
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Poetry Corner: Ode To Salvador Dali
On this day in 1929 Salvador Dali had his first one man show. Here is a poem written about him.
Helen’s Home Cooking: Video and Recipe for Christmas cake
For those who have been asking, here is last years video and recipe for my Christmas Cake.
Helen’s Home Cooking; Video and Recipe for Mexican Wedding Cookies
Known as Mexican Wedding Cookies or Russian Tea Cakes, these are so delicious and simple that I can only urge you to try them.
Poetry Corner:The Battle Of Sheriff-Muir
In 1715 The Battle of Sheriffmuir took place during The Jacobite Rebellion on this day. Here is the Robert Burns poem accompanied by a couple of songs.
Sooth Isles Craft Show
The Sooth Isles Craft Show is on today 10th November, here is a wee article with slide show to help entice you to visit.
Poetry Corner: Red Rum
On this day in 1970 Red Rum won his first race, I’ve found a poem which tells his story.
Helen’s Home Cooking, Video and Recipe for Stewed Sausage and Doughballs.
Today’s recipe is both kind to the pockets and tasty, not to mention quick. By using winter vegetables you not only keep costs down but you will likely have enough left over for soup.
Poetry Corner:Forever Autumn
On this day in 1938 H G Well’s “The War Of The Worlds” was broadcast on the radio; it was widely reported as having caused a major panic
Helen’s Home Cooking Video and Recipe for Cock a Leekie Soup
As the nights draw in it’s time to dust off the soup pots. Here is a recipe for traditional Cock a Leekie soup, so simple, so satisfying.