Friday, April 06, 2007
Celts, Braveheart, and Knox
I can hardly believe it's our last learning day today! I think I will forever be changed by this trip! Today we are on our way to St. Andrews. The cathedral ruins are first. It's very warm today- how nice! The celtic tombstone and Sculpture designs are amazing! I love all of the knots. After visiting the little museum, we walked to the top of the old church tower for a great view of the town and beach. Next, we looked around the castle and saw the marker for Knox's martyred mentor, W. There were many wells and counter mines with vegetation growing in them. In search of food for lunch, we found a Greggs. I had a delicious macaroni pie and chicken bake with apple juice. As the adults and guys went to see the church where Knox preached, the girls went to Starbucks. I didn't get anything to conserve pounds and I was struggling with feeling embarassed trying to get sweets for the group at Greggs. We walked down to the beach to see where Eric Liddel's chariots of fire run was filmed.Our next drive took us to the William Wallace memorial. I guess I need to see Braveheart. It was very interesting to learn about his legacy and inspiration. Now after taking the long trek back down the tower stairs and rocky hill, we are enjoying our last bus trip. It's time for dinner and devotions! Tomorrow, we shop all day in Edinburgh on the Royal Mile & Princes Street. Some of us girls are meeting for tea.
Things I want to get tomorrow: bagpipes, G&G mitzel gift, kilt, thistle something, lion clothing, Scotland shirt
Mike: "The queen mum dropped off her perch."
peely wally = not feeling well
kirk = church
mind = remember
cranny = crack
neuk = corner
brady = pie
daft = crazy
cranky = grouchy
glen = vally
loch = lake
tatty bogle = scarecrow
tatty = dirty
Labels: Edinburgh, Scotland, St. Andrews
NatNannyNad at 12:23 PM
Thursday, April 05, 2007
I don't feel well today, but after croissants, rollos, and a beautiful sunny landscapes, I'm doing fine! I'm excited to see Holy Island! The water is sparkling as we drive along the sandy road. There's so many people going to Lyndis Farne! As we walked down the streets of the island, the wind blew some of the heat away. At the museum, we learned about the monastary and all of the important saints there like Cuthbert and Oswald. Walking around the ruins was magnificent. The sandstone arches, view of the water, and cute baby lambs made for a lovely afternoon.Next, we enjoyed our last sack lunches and rode to Edinburgh. At the border, we took a pic by the Scotland plaque. I loved being at the castle! Our guide had the best accent and little curly reddish brown hair! We split up and I went to the war memorial first. There were two Scottish men who died in WWI named George Spencer. I wonder what clan I'm in then. Next, we saw the crown jewels. I really like the "foresty" look of the sword (like oak) and the huge pearl and diamond necklace. Sarr, Mr. Lugg, Mrs. Frisk, Levi, and I then explored the area for prisoners, the artillery display, and the war museum briefly. The views from the castle walls were amazing! The trip also helped me to understand the history of Scots and the difference between their country and England. Knowing I am from both "countries," I will wear my Celtic ring proudly! I love that knot design!
As we toured through the city we went up a hill (scraping the back of the bus on every speed bump). We got a great outlook on the new and old. Even a Roman style monument was present. Pretty! Our last hostel is very snazzy! The pasta and salad was the best meal of the trip and the beds are very soft. All girls together again! meeting time...
reever = robber
clans break into sects
M-road = motorway (freeway-green signs)
A-road = not as major (red)
B-road = rough/small
tenaments = apartments
gh = ah
In Scotland, there are phesant, daffodils, horses, and sheep EVERYWHERE!
Labels: Edinburgh, England, Holy Island, Scotland
NatNannyNad at 12:05 PM