Planet Ruby Starrs

Family returned back to city of birth and then we set off back in the van this time heading north.   Both Dr Fred and I love Dumfries and Galloway and we have some favourite secret spots we like to visit and wild camp in so that’s where we headed.  Asage creeps upon us we seem to be becoming creatures of habit (I’m definitely getting more tidy ha ha haha) so our usual stop off at a wee place near Kirkbean was to be out first stop for the night – we’ve been there loads, kipping in the van in the village car park, having a meal and a couple of pints in the local pub followed by a wander down the beach - all with a  sea view – it’s a very nice location.   Imagine our disappointment when we get there to discover huge NO OVERNIGHT PARKING  signs – our peaceful evening dashed.  This is becoming more and more common in the spaces we like to wild camp, it’s a real shame as we know quite a few like minded camper vanners and w...

I didn't post my Christmas present from Dr Fred he seriously excelled himself this year... In Gateshead there are a couple who make the most amazing mirrors using reclaimed china, mirrors, and wood.  We have seen them at the market Quayside in Newcastle and now they have a Gallery in Gateshead  - really worth a visit.. http://cotfieldmirrors.co.uk/ We saw them at the Festival of Thrift at Redcar where they had some stunning designs, so many different ideas and wonderful ways of recycling. Its a ship on the high seas with treasure down below.  Its very beautiful made from cut pieces of mirror and cut up pewter treasure.  Its difficult to get a good photograph as it reflects everything really magnificently - its very sparkly, and bright and wonderful - looks lovely in our room. There a wee secret little box with a scene from Amble (well I think its Amble) hidden away in it and and a fully working pocket watch as part of the treasure! I feel very sp...