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The loch

at dusk,

and in the morning,

in the rain (that's Mr. C at his favourite pastime - and note his lady ghillie doing all the work),

when it's still,

and with the mist just lifting.

We've been in this idyllic spot on the Hebridean island of Lewis again; being back in 'the real world' takes a bit of adjustment.

16 August 2010 in Out of town | Permalink

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It is a special place.My husband and I are desperate to go back again but work keeps getting in the way.Some of the beaches are beautiful and you do feel that you are in adifferent world.

Posted by: margaret 46 | 16 August 2010 at 11:45 AM

As you know I am full of jealousy for this holiday, your pictures are very beautiful and ghillie-ing looks good fun. I had a casting lesson from my Pa in the spring, you should join in if you've the inclination, it's very satisfying - though I find the actual fishing less interesting

Posted by: oxslip | 16 August 2010 at 12:41 PM

I do fish, though I didn't do so on this trip, but there is something very meditative about it which appeals to me.

Posted by: Cornflower | 16 August 2010 at 04:07 PM

Just beautiful. What a special place to spend time - your photographs are stunning! Breathtaking, actually. And fishing - my son's favourite hobby.

Posted by: Deirdre | 16 August 2010 at 05:44 PM

Just beautiful Karen, so glad you had a restful time, did he catch anything or did they all get away?

Posted by: dovegreyreader | 17 August 2010 at 07:57 AM

What an amazing place! So beautiful.

Posted by: Bloomsburybell | 17 August 2010 at 10:00 AM

Fabulous photos! Thank-you!

Posted by: lila | 18 August 2010 at 01:43 AM

It was all catch and release, Lynne, but the final tally was 1 grilse, 2 seatrout, 1 finnock and several brownies for Gareth, and a few brownies and 2 seatrout for Harriet. Much fun was had by all, regardless of success!

Posted by: Cornflower | 18 August 2010 at 09:08 AM

Hi Karen, Albert here your overworked breakfast chef!!!!

Looking at your photos makes me realise what I have missed these past four years by not looking out the window!!!!
Glad you relaxed and enjoyed your stay.

Give my best to everyone

Posted by: albert shaw | 18 August 2010 at 05:34 PM

Heavenly photos, and one of the best ways to spend a summer day.

Posted by: Dancing Beastie | 18 August 2010 at 05:40 PM

Overworked is the word, Albert, and how we miss you as we make breakfast here at home!
A thousand thanks to you and Julia for making us feel so welcome and for all the effort you put in to every little thing - it was greatly appreciated.
Our best to you both.

Posted by: Cornflower | 18 August 2010 at 08:44 PM

Big big big sigh -- how I adore the Hebrides!!! Thanks for posting all these lovely photos.

Posted by: Marg | 19 August 2010 at 12:43 AM

Yes I agree, needs a calm mind before you start even I think

Posted by: Oxslip | 22 August 2010 at 05:38 PM

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