Immortal Words From The Legendary William Wallace
I may be a Scotsman that is now living in Barbados and I may add that I’m enjoying life to it’s full in my adopted homeland, but I haven’t forgotten my roots. I may be passionate and love my country, but the yearning to travel and experience new places can’t be taken out of my blood.
One thing that I have noticed and have mentioned before is that the Bajans are like the Scottish, they are just as fiercely proud of their country and heritage as we Scots are. So here I am a proud Scotsman living in Barbados as part of the adventure of life and I must admit that I feel like I have been giving a new lease of life since I began my travels.
I may be a lot poorer than I was back home in Scotland when I was working for the boss man, but money isn’t everything and life sure is much easier and more in tune with my character since I started working for myself here in Barbados.
All of us at various times in our life have problems, issues and adversity to deal with, that’s life I suppose. As the saying goes “when the going gets tough, the tough get going.
From a personal perspective when I need inspiration during tough times, I look to my personal hero Sir William Wallace the legendary Scottish freedom fighter, knight and Guardian of Scotland for inspiration. He was immortalised in the Mel Gibson movie called Braveheart, which brought his great deeds and self-sacrifice for his country to the world’s attention.
William Wallace was a great and heroic man that put his country’s own needs and freedom before his own and he ultimately gave his life in the most horrific manner possible. William Wallace fought and died for his believes that his county should be free from the slavery and bonds of the English who had invaded and taken over Scotland.
As William Wallace said “Every man dies. Not every man really lives”. I find these words truly inspirational and I use them to remind me to achieve as much as I can out of my life. We only have one shot at life and we have a duty to ourselves to make as much out of it as we possible can.
Another article that I wrote about Scotland and I suppose it sort of shows the beauty of my birth place, The Wandering Scotsman Maybe In Barbados But Scotland Isn’t Forgotten.
The Wandering Scotsman Maybe In Barbados But Scotland Isn’t Forgotten
Even though I’m enjoying my travels and the adventure of living in my new homeland of Barbados, it doesn’t mean that I don’t miss Scotland the country of my birth. I must admit some days I do get a wee bit nostalgic for Scotland and wish I could just jump in my car and go and visit some of the places and sites that use to inspire me.
Barbados is kind of like Scotland in that it is a naturally beautiful country and that you can quite easily get away from the maddening crowds and noise of normal day-to-day living and escape to somewhere peaceful and restful to recharge your batteries for a few hours.
So I have decided to do my bit for the Scottish Tourist Board and show the world some of the places in Scotland that I personally love to go and visit. I have been to them all and they are worthy of your time and effort if you ever happen to make it to Scotland.
Eilean Donan Castle - one of the most instantly recognisable images of Scotland. The castle sits on a small island in Loch Duich in the Western Highlands. It was oringally built in 1220 by Alexander II as a defense agains the vikings. A truly fantasic place to visit.
Edinburgh castle - this amazing landmark sits on top of a huge crag of volcanic rock in the heart of the city. The castle offers a spectacular setting with breathtaking views.
Arthurs Seat & Salisbury Crag - An amazing piece of wild landscape in the city centre, which sits on an extinct volcano. Arthurs seat, which is the summit, rises to 823 feet and offers panoramic views of virtually the whole city.
Ben Nevis - the highest mountain in Britain standing at 4406 feet above sea level. It is located at the western end of the Grampian Mountains in Lochaber. The views from the top of “The Ben” on a clear day can only be described as breathtaking and are well worth the 7-9 hours climb.
Plocton - a beautiful wee picturesque highland village that has a population of around 380. It is situated on the shores of Loch Carron. Because of its location it avoids the prevailing winds, which together with the North Atlantic Drift, it has a remarkable mild climate by Scottish standards, which allows palm trees to be grown there.
Loch Ness - which is famous for the iconic “Nessie” the Loch Ness Monster. It is a large deep fresh water loch located in the Highlands of Scotland. It is around twenty two and a half miles long and between one and one and a half miles wide, a depth of 754 feet with the bottom of the loch being as flat as a bowling green. A trip on a one of the tourist boats is a must. You will find beautiful wild scenery, fantastic views and much more.
Lonach Highland Gathering and Games - this is a truly unique event where you will witness the march of the Clansmen as well as the normal events associated with the Scottish Highland Games. A great, friendly, warm event that you cant but fail to appreciate and enjoy.
Glencoe - is one of the most beautiful and spectacular places in the world, it is a glen located in the Western Highlands of Scotland and offers some of the most stunning scenery you will ever come across.
Isle of Iona - is a small island in the Inner Hebrides of Scotland, it is approximately 1 mile wide and 3.5 miles long and has a population of 125. Iona is where Saint Columba in 563, founded a monastery with 12 companions. It is an island that is renowned for its tranquillity and natural beauty.
Sandwood Bay - is quite possible the best beach in the Uk, it is a one mile long stretch of pinkish sand which is backed by huge sand dunes and a freshwater loch , and flanked by great cliffs and a sea stack called Am Buachaille. A beautiful and relaxing place, which is never over run with tourists.
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