Monthly Archives: May 2015

Abhainn Dearg: the Red River of South Erradale

Posted on May 27, 2015 by Annie O'Garra Worsley

Pulsing and rushing through Red River Croft is the River Erradale. On old maps is a prettier name, one which conjures up sounds and sights more truly reflective of its nature: the Abhainn Dearg or Red River. Our croft is … Continue reading →

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The comfort of hawthorn and song thrush

Posted on May 21, 2015 by Annie O'Garra Worsley

It is mid May, and the late evening sun sets below Hebridean island silhouettes and ocean waters, leaving a residue of light and brightness. Nights are thin and watery now. Winter deeps and darks and diamond encrusted, frosty midnights are … Continue reading →

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The scent of May

Posted on May 7, 2015 by Annie O'Garra Worsley

Across the land, spring is fervently gathering pace. We are considerably behind realms further south; nevertheless, in spite of biting blusters from the far north, there is activity aplenty in hedgerow, woodland, along the shore and high on the hills. … Continue reading →

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