Scotland: Sheep's Blood, Frugality, and Snotcicles


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January 29th 2010
Published: May 27th 2010
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I wrote this a few months ago on my most recent overseas adventure -- my trip home from Iraq via Scotland. We landed at Leuchars Royal Air Field, the Scottish Air Force. Our lodging on base fell through, much to the delight of everyone else, but I, who was not getting reimbursed for expenses, wasn’t thrilled about it. Whoever made the reservation must have liked golf because we stayed in St ... Read Full Entry



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What a really cool and convincing hologram! This one DID work for the camera. It was done with mirrors. Very cool!
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I'm cold

Yes, that's just my hot little face and hands. Everything else is so well-insulated you can't even see me! haha
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You and Me

Cool illusion!
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Creative Art

The picture doesn't look too special, unless you look at its reflection on the metal tube placed at exactly the right spot. How freakin cool! There were a couple like that.
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Scotland streets

Neat view from the bridge!
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Greyfriar Bobby

He had his own little statue.
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Big man on campus!

Really tall Norse skeleton found in Scotland.
Nessie!Nessie!
Nessie!

Actually it's some prehistoric creature they think might be where the Loch Ness myth comes from. There's a WHOLE culture devoted to "Nessie". If I'd have gone on the "Scotland in a day" tour, I would have learned all about it!
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A Queen

I probably should've written that one down. I think it was Mary Queen of Scots. An interesting story -- would probably make a GREAT read. I'll put it on my list... :)
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Greyfriar Bobby's grave

Still with flowers and toys! I made it JUST before it closed at dusk!



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