I never set out to be a writer but 22 years ago I landed myself a wee side-line; a column with The Inverness Courier.
Moving onto new pastures
With not a single rural MSP in the Scottish cabinet since Humza Yousaf came to power, we have been forgotten, says our columnist.
I love living here. But I implore our national and regional leaders to travel. And watch and notice what others do better and bring that home.
Royal they may be, but they’re people too. Let’s grant them breathing space.
If anything is worth investing in as we try to save our planet, it’s our long-term economic future.
“If you want to go fast, go alone; if you want to go far, go together.”
What a legacy Ron has left.
Can we press pause on more National Parks? Just till we’re back on track with the vital stuff?
The housing crisis here – as in other parts of Scotland – is well documented.
Comparing the opportunities that a tiny 28-pupil school can provide with what can be offered in a city school, isn’t comparing like with like.
What is really important, is to keep abreast of the issues that I can do something about.
Think about the impact we, and our words and actions, each have on the lives of those around us.
I can’t seem to help myself. I am addicted to my phone.
If you’ve not yet seen the four-part drama, you’ll have heard about it.
We’re inescapably on the countdown to Christmas, The Most Wonderful Time of the Year. Are we winning?
Take time to be kind to ourselves, focus on what matters, and lean into the love of those who we do have around us.
Ringing changes on part of our shared history
At school my only dream career was to be a Blue Peter presenter.
"Shop local this Christmas. Use it or lose it. I consider myself warned."