Robins’ nest
In our garden we have robins nesting. They are busy at the moment filling their nest with soft down and moss. Here is a very short film of them in … Continue reading Robins’ nest
Tag: birds
‘Winged victory’ of Samothrace
Last night, I was in Glasgow with Sian. We were there for Roaming Roots: Icons Vol. 2. In Glasgow Concert Hall, as part of ‘Celtic Connection’, Guy Garvey and C. … Continue reading ‘Winged victory’ of Samothrace
Own the moment
Last summer, Big Ted and Peter had a ‘wee adventure’ in Strathbraan, Perthshire. We stayed in Corriemuckloch [Corrymuckloch] by Amulree. Own the moment [a wee film by Peter]: Music credit: … Continue reading Own the moment
Porcelain
This short film is dedicated to friends who understand what I am trying to say about personal experience [vivendo discimus] P O R C E L A I N Music … Continue reading Porcelain
stamped, addressed but unposted
I feel fortunate to be the son of Alan Stuart Gordon and Margaret Mary Scott: To play ‘Stamped, addressed but unposted’ please click here. Music credit: Sympathy Magic by Florence … Continue reading stamped, addressed but unposted
Visiting the garden of scholars
Visiting the garden of scholars: To play this short film please click here. Music credit: Idlewild, playing live on Radio Scotland, Monday 6 October 2025
SUMMER TIME ENDS
I have been collecting archive material on Ben Cruachan, the highest mountain in Argyllshire. I am doing so to help me write a poem about this mountain, a poem that … Continue reading SUMMER TIME ENDS
Whale Cottage
Last week, when I was exploring Sutherland, I had hoped to visit Whale cottage. Alas, I ran out of time. My understanding is that it this delightfully named cottage is … Continue reading Whale Cottage