The Inspiring Fisherwomen of Auchmithie The small fishing village of Auchmithie is perched on the rugged coast of Angus, Scotland. It’s renowned for its rich maritime heritage, and the iconic Arbroath Smokie. However, another equally compelling aspect of Auchmithie’s history is the story of its fisherwomen. These resilient and hardworking Read more…
In memory of Auntie Pinkie. A beacon of love, inspiration and spirituality. She travelled the globe and people loved her wherever she went. A poem in memory of Auntie Pinkie. Wanted New body for open-hearted soul, Described by some as “an elegant hippy”. The candidate must be willing to travel Read more…
Recognizing the Gypsy, Irish Traveller, and Roma Communities in the UK Census The Gypsy, Irish Traveller, and Roma communities have long been an integral part of the UK’s cultural tapestry. However, their recognition in official records has been a relatively recent development. The 2011 UK Census marked a significant milestone Read more…
The Enchanting World of Scottish Folktales, Fairies, and Culture An enchanting world … unsurprisingly Scotland is a land steeped in history, mystery, and magic. Its rich cultural heritage is woven with enchanting folktales, mythical creatures, and the enduring presence of fairies. Therefore, these stories have been passed down through generations, Read more…
The Lives of Black People in Early 19th Century Scotland Beyond slavery … ? The history of Black people in Scotland is often overshadowed by the narrative of slavery.Aand this is an important part of history that should not be forgotten. For example, as evidenced by the interesting exhibition at Read more…
Here are my 5 Favourite Historical Fiction Books for 2024. Looking for an old read? Dreaming of historical fiction in your dreams? In 2024, the world of historical fiction continues to captivate readers with its rich narratives and vivid portrayals of the past. This year, we are thrilled to highlight Read more…
“The or A?” Introduction The vast expanse of the English language stretches before us like an endless desert. As we traverse its shifting sands, we encounter linguistic oases—those tiny wellsprings of grammar that quench our thirst for understanding. One such oasis lies in the use of articles: those humble companions Read more…
The Enchanting Spell(book) of English grammar. Okay, so spells aren’t involved but some grammar tricks are. Abracadabra! Introduction: The Grammar Grimoire In the realm of linguistics, British English is like an ancient grimoire filled with enchanting spells—each word meticulously crafted with extra letters and unique pronunciations that set it Read more…
The subjective mood. Let’s start with a definition: The subjunctive mood expresses wishes, suggestions, demands, or desires in a sentence with usually two clauses, with a verb such as wish (or suggest, demand, etc.) in one clause and a second verb in the subjunctive mood. In the sentence ‘I wish Read more…
A Time Traveller’s Guide to British English Perfect Present Welcome, dear Time Traveller. Introduction: The Time Machine of Grammar Imagine stepping into a linguistic time machine, where the gears and levers are made up of tenses and conjugations. In this journey, we’ll explore the present perfect tense—a tense that, like Read more…