Life on (nearly) a Small Island

No not a real snake, but some photos (courtesy of Irene of Breckan) of the experimental renewable energy equipment using wave power. This is...

OK I admit I fall into the "Bah Humbug!" category of Christmas grouch. I don't begrudge anyone their fun at Christmas, just d...

Before the raging gales of the last three days our local Graemsay ferry managed to deliver my heating oil. You can see it being winched off...

Sunday was a beautifully calm day, some respite from the winds which are due back this week.  Though I have to say I treasure the calm days...

I was quietly getting on with work the other day and I heard a tapping at the front door.  I opened the door - nothing..... just the hens ...

I just love this photo of Button! The pure energy and grace of a hunting cat.  She was out in the field behind the house, having been coope...

Friday night was the island "Harvest Home". This is an evening  celebration of the end of the harvest period. All the parishes in ...