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Where are you going on St Andrew’s Day?

November 24, 2013 By Ellen Leave a Comment

It’s the time of year when you get to go on a cut-price (or free) day out to celebrate St Andrew’s Day. And all you have to do is decide where you’d like to go. One of Boy Three’s favourite destinations is Fish Land. That’s what he calls the Sealife Centre at Lomond Shores. We […]

237/365 Balloch to Tarbet in the sunshine

August 25, 2013 By Ellen 3 Comments

Lunch at Luss Fionaoutdoors carried out some adjustments to Boy Two’s bike. Ices at Tarbet. Willow herb seeds filled the air. Boy Two explains just how sore his bum is. 34 miles later . With the Pedal for Scotland looming I thought a little practice would be wise, so Boy Two and I, with […]

Review: Hi-Tec boots Total Terrain Mid Waterproof

August 22, 2013 By Ellen Leave a Comment

It’s not quite the right time of year for reviewing walking boots. Or not for me anyway. With the Pedal for Scotland looming, every fresh air opportunity has been taken on two wheels. However, a pair of very lovely Hi-Tec boots (Total Mid Terrain Waterproof) has been sitting demanding my attention for some time. So […]