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David (Wayfarer) is a Scottish laddie who always dreamed of being a writer. Now he is one. Shhhhhh, you might wake him!

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Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values Staying positive in a negative world: 5 of 122
Up For a Down DayI hear that some actors keep a sad thought or memory tucked away in the back of their mind to help them with scenes where they might need to cry. They think of these things - and they cry, and the audience thinks they are fantastic actors! Well, how about using the same technique, but in reverse? I think we s... More..
Food & Drink > Cocktails An introduction to whiskey: 1 of 13
THE WATER OF LIFEMention Scotland to a foreigner and they might think of castles, mountains, Nessie, men in kilts, Braveheart, or Sean Connery, but the image uppermost in many minds will be Scotch Whisky!Despite rivalry from Irish, Japanese and American producers, Scottish Scotch is still reckoned the best in the world. And w... More..
Arts & Humanities > Writing Tips How to write a short story: 2 of 20
HOW TO WRITE A STORYWe all have stories in us. Life experiences, or things we read, that the little voice in our head sees and says, "What if " Or it may be a real life story you think deserves a wider audience. But moving from appreciation to actually getting that story down on paper is a big step for a professional: a huge ... More..
Hobbies & Games > Kids Games & Toys Comparing Barbie and Bratz dolls: 1 of 10
Can Bratitude Save The World?Why can't young girls just play with Barbies like their moms did?Well, that's exactly why! Because their moms did.As wonderful as moms undoubtedly are and as certain as it is that their children will grow up to wonderful just like them, little girls need a time where they can do their own thing; a... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenthood Raising boys as a single mom: 1 of 9
A Word Of PraiseI was on the train the other day and, to be honest, I hadn't been having the best of days. I was looking forward to a half hour of peace and quiet, so I quickly found a seat with no one around. I sighed and relaxed, but my moment of solitude wasn't to last for long.At the very next station, a young mum and a l... More..
Personal Finance > Retirement What to do if you don't want to retire: 4 of 28
Don't leave the decision up to other people.It's expected that once you reach a certain age you retire. Society is geared towards your eventual retirement. Left to its own devices it will automatically retire you. Which is fine if that's the way you want to go. But what if you don't.Then you need a plan.FINANCE. As with every... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Christianity (Other) Reflections: Meeting God for the first time: 2 of 8
TESTEDOn the train heading for Glasgow I raised a subject I'd read about the day before. "Is your church-going a substitute for Christianity?" My wife looked puzzled so I explained. "It's about folk who claim to be Christian because they go to church every Sunday but don't actually lead very Christian lives the other six days... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Breeds Dog breed: West Highland White Terrier: 2 of 8
THE WESTIEScotland is not a country lacking in evocative imagery. A piper will inspire pride in anyone with the slightest Scottish connection. The view from a hundred mountains or lochs might leave a spectator speechless. But there is one picture that combines all the characteristics of Scotland with a large dollop of the "Aw... More..
Arts & Humanities > Languages (Other) Artificial or constructed languages: 1 of 4
Toki PonaWhat do you do once you have mastered the world's major languages? What do you do when you have travelled widely, experienced a vast array of cultures and are looking for a way to weave all these experiences together?Creating a whole knew language might not be the first option that springs to mind for most of us, but... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Secrets: 28 of 109
ACCUSED!"So. Mrs Williams!"Kelly Anderton's shopping trolley slid sideways into the freezer cabinet. Her hands went to her hips and her emphasis was definitely on the "Mrs" part of my name."I hear you have a thing going with my son."There was a rattle of tins and an "Owya!" as a distracted shopper crashed into her husband."Mr... More..