Thirlestane Tower
Caledonian Mercury, 2 April 1753: The New Statistical Account for Scotland, 1797: 1837: This date has been suggested as the year in which Thirlstane Tower, Yetholm, was “pulled down” [WikiTree] … Continue reading Thirlestane Tower
Tag: I like it when you call me Mr Scott
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
Rebel Antiquary
Magpie If only I could soar like an eagle to see the world as I cannot. I am a magpie in black and white, in flight through clouds, seeking colour. … Continue reading Rebel Antiquary
Why I added Scott to my name
I am a gardener an Antiquary and peaceful rebel my grandfather was not Walter Scott. I love my mum. I may or may not be related to:
Hercules the Bear
I have fond childhood memories of visiting Hercules the bear at Sheriffmuir Inn. To play Peter’s short film on HERCULES the BEAR please click here or on the image below:
Postcards from a Transatlantic Turbine Steamer
You worried about your fruit, Your Art was an orchard, the Wharry was your hame. Three postcards arrived at Drumdruils.
Auchenglen
Yer windae attempted tae smile Hame tae blossom season aifter season, wunnerfu’ blossom that ripened. Aye, the jam wis braw! Yer loon sailed the seas – Jam needs sugar! Ther’s … Continue reading Auchenglen