Otter pool, can you imagine yarn in these colours?
October 24, 2006
Along the Raiders road we go
Today I'm taking you all on a little trip alon g the ancient raiders road:) I've plenty of photos to see along the way so pay attention there at the back, you don't want to miss anything now do you? Pics may be back to front but I'm sure you will make sense of them all and if you are very good there are knit pictures afterwards.
We set off along the Loch where there is nary a ripple to be seen, so still it lies. The branch in the water had such a serene look to it I knew you would want to see it. As we drove alongside the loch this morning the sky was blue but all the moutains had mist and cloud on, we had such a heavy frost last night. Just after the loch there are new trees and 2 roe deer were enjoying the taste. Sadly soon as I got the camera ready they ran just out of view but imagine their faces watching us as if to say "hurry along there please, more trees to be eaten".
Then we turned on to the Raiders road, this is only open April to October officially as it is a working forest. First things to see? Millions of trees adorned with spider webs and of course with the frost they sparkled so prettily.
We then arrived at what I think is called Bennan Loch or water which has an old railway viaduct and I'm sure you will agree the pictures from there are lovely. Yet more spider webs just because I like them:)
Our next main stopping off point, and you won't want to miss it, is the otter pool. Sadly no otters there except a stone one but lets use our imagination and see them frolicking among the rocks.
The trees around here grow on mounds, I think they may be the remains of older trees but not sure. Anyway they make for a strange picture don't they?
From the otter pool if you are ready? We go to the labrynth. This is my most favourite place on the raiders road . Made by a local artist and the idea is to choose a stone and as you walk into the labrynth focus on something you want to get rid of in your life, don't look around you remember you are focusing and there is time to look on your journey outwards.. At the centre leave your stone with a thank you. Then, look around you as you walk out you feel light hearted and you can enjoy the view of the mountains and trees that you can see. A labrynth revitalises and refocuses I find. Any friends wanting to visit then this is one of the places we will take you:) (Yarn stores also of course)
So did you enjoy your journey on the raiders walk?
Stay tuned for yarn and knitting contents
We set off along the Loch where there is nary a ripple to be seen, so still it lies. The branch in the water had such a serene look to it I knew you would want to see it. As we drove alongside the loch this morning the sky was blue but all the moutains had mist and cloud on, we had such a heavy frost last night. Just after the loch there are new trees and 2 roe deer were enjoying the taste. Sadly soon as I got the camera ready they ran just out of view but imagine their faces watching us as if to say "hurry along there please, more trees to be eaten".
Then we turned on to the Raiders road, this is only open April to October officially as it is a working forest. First things to see? Millions of trees adorned with spider webs and of course with the frost they sparkled so prettily.
We then arrived at what I think is called Bennan Loch or water which has an old railway viaduct and I'm sure you will agree the pictures from there are lovely. Yet more spider webs just because I like them:)
Our next main stopping off point, and you won't want to miss it, is the otter pool. Sadly no otters there except a stone one but lets use our imagination and see them frolicking among the rocks.
The trees around here grow on mounds, I think they may be the remains of older trees but not sure. Anyway they make for a strange picture don't they?
From the otter pool if you are ready? We go to the labrynth. This is my most favourite place on the raiders road . Made by a local artist and the idea is to choose a stone and as you walk into the labrynth focus on something you want to get rid of in your life, don't look around you remember you are focusing and there is time to look on your journey outwards.. At the centre leave your stone with a thank you. Then, look around you as you walk out you feel light hearted and you can enjoy the view of the mountains and trees that you can see. A labrynth revitalises and refocuses I find. Any friends wanting to visit then this is one of the places we will take you:) (Yarn stores also of course)
So did you enjoy your journey on the raiders walk?
Stay tuned for yarn and knitting contents
Ms Knitingales exchange answers
1. What is your favorite color? Hard one this I love reds/ambers oranges(naturally:)) but also adore purples and rich deep colours.
2. Is there a color you dislike? Not too fond of white or neutrals
3. Do you have any pets? Sadly not now, but I do share the attentions of the 4 cats who inhabit the steading
4. Is there any knitting-related item you’re longing to have? An easy shawl pattern in lace? Needles especially the thicker ones or unusual ones
)5. Are you a sock knitter? Definately not I have way too much trouble with heels:))
6. Do you have any online wish lists? No
7. Do you collect anything that isn’t terribly expensive?Does dark chocolate count?? I love yarn(of course) especially the ones hard to get here in UK. Love cats.
8. What would make you smile or giggle with delight to find it in your gift box? can't think:)
9. Is there anything that would make you cringe if you found it in your gift box? Can't think of anything although I am allergic to fish and anything fish tasting
10. Do you have a favorite edible treat? I adore proper dark chocolate and cherries in chocolate. Also liquorice.
11. Do you drink coffee, tea, cocoa, or….?All the above and I love proper hot chocolate a la Green and blacks:)
12. Are there any dietary restrictions your pal should know about? Just the fish and shellfish allergy
13. Do you celebrate a winter holiday of any kind and, if so, would you like to receive anything holiday themed?I celebrate Yule and Christmas, in fact any excuse for a celebration in the moggie household:)
2. Is there a color you dislike? Not too fond of white or neutrals
3. Do you have any pets? Sadly not now, but I do share the attentions of the 4 cats who inhabit the steading
4. Is there any knitting-related item you’re longing to have? An easy shawl pattern in lace? Needles especially the thicker ones or unusual ones
)5. Are you a sock knitter? Definately not I have way too much trouble with heels:))
6. Do you have any online wish lists? No
7. Do you collect anything that isn’t terribly expensive?Does dark chocolate count?? I love yarn(of course) especially the ones hard to get here in UK. Love cats.
8. What would make you smile or giggle with delight to find it in your gift box? can't think:)
9. Is there anything that would make you cringe if you found it in your gift box? Can't think of anything although I am allergic to fish and anything fish tasting
10. Do you have a favorite edible treat? I adore proper dark chocolate and cherries in chocolate. Also liquorice.
11. Do you drink coffee, tea, cocoa, or….?All the above and I love proper hot chocolate a la Green and blacks:)
12. Are there any dietary restrictions your pal should know about? Just the fish and shellfish allergy
13. Do you celebrate a winter holiday of any kind and, if so, would you like to receive anything holiday themed?I celebrate Yule and Christmas, in fact any excuse for a celebration in the moggie household:)
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