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| Courtesy of Graham Campbell |
Despite gale force winds in Orkney we appear to have escaped (so far) the flooding that is seen across other parts of Scotland and indeed England and Ireland. Gusts were over 70mph and the seas have been huge. All ferries to Scotland and the islands have been cancelled but planes have still been flying - hmm wouldn't fancy being on them!
These photos were taken by Graham Campbell, a local chap who loves being out and about and taking photos of wildlife and scenery.
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| Photo courtesy of Graham Campbell |
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| Photo courtesy of Graham Campbell |
I have been cosily hunkered down in my wee hobbit house. I've been out to fee the garage boys, Ronnie and Reggie, though being semi-feral they are happy to go out and about and shelter in the grass.
Button prefers to stay indoors now anyway but does like the window open to "take the air". Thankfully this is the sheltered side of the house!
The windows are covered in salt so I took the opportunity to take a photo while the window was open, though the sky was blue later when I took the photo of Burton!
The wind starts to die down overnight, and a mere 40mph tomorrow - a good drying day for the washing... hee hee. Much calmer for a few days after that. Though I think we get heavy rain then but not to the extent of South.
The storm looks quite fierce - hope things have calmed down. Oh I love yellow/orange cats - in my mind, always the best personalities! Ours is affectionately called a "dog-cat" - knows his name, housebroken (no idea how he learned this) and a lap cat always. Sounds like you all have a lovely, cozy "hobbit house." Perfection.
ReplyDeleteRonnie and Reggie! They look like sturdy boys. Of course you must keep them well fed when the weather is bad.
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ReplyDeleteOh, how lovely, I can see you again. For months, if I've tried to look at your blog, my computer has been telling me that you're DANGEROUS and refusing to open you. Hurray!
ReplyDeleteThose seas look tremendous. Reminds me of returning to the mainland on the Hamnavoe in a force 9, which was, most lively to say the least.
ReplyDeleteAre you still there on your island? I've been hoping that when I check on your blog, there will be a new post from you. Hope all is well and that Button is happy and healthy, along with your two new gingers.
ReplyDeleteThanks for your comments. All is well - just put up a new post. Sorry for silence - Winter and all that!
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