Scotland

Joyce and I arrived in Scotland last Tuesday and settled into a town called Paisley, where my aunt and her family live.  They have been generous and gracious hosts to us.  It's been great hanging out with them.  We have since traveled throughout the country hitting Glasgow, Edinburgh, Gourock, Greenoak, and different areas on the West Coast of the Highlands.  One of the highlights of the trip was seeing the Military Tattoo festival held at the Edinburgh Castle.  It was amazing...a "must do" if you ever visit Edinburgh (the festival only occurs during August).  Scotland has amazing sprawling parks and beautiful green landscapes.  There is so much rich history in this country.  And definitely the place to come to see guys in kilts playing the bagpipe constantly on the street of Edinburgh.

Yes, if you are wondering we ate some traditional Scottish fare, such as haggis, black pudding, fruit pudding, fish & chips, Scottish ale & lager and the traditional English breakfast.  Note: Good haggis is not that bad - the consistency is something one has to get used to though.