I'm in Scotland!

I wanted to look my best before seeing my friends and family abroad, so of course that meant that is was time for a haircut. I was well overdue. I was scared that something would go wrong and I would look awful in all my photos. However, since a year had passed since my last cut, it was a risk that I had to take!

I had an extended goodbye at work on Friday (I felt the love) and left at a decent time (5:00 haha). Ally and I started the night right with a yummy, over-indulgent meal.

This is my husband giving me a 'nice smile'. Thanks, Ally.

We arrived in Glasgow on Saturday. Everything ran smoothly until we found our luggage was missing. It was a bit awkward, especially since I had to wear my mother-in-law's clothes. Luckily, the luggage was delivered to us on Sunday, just in time for a fun night out with Ally's pals, Nicola & Dave.

The night ended at 3:30am. Jet-lag, be damned!

On Monday, we headed into Glasgow, to have a wander in the shops, and get our jewelry fixed. It felt so good to be back on the train, heading into the city. A route both Ally and I have taken on many occasions. Very nostalgic. 

Look at the wee face!

My engagement ring was always snug, but in America, where the weather is hotter, I found on bloated days that I have to leave it at home. I also needed my watch fixed. I am missing a small crystal and the battery had died. Ally was debating on decreasing the size of his ring. He also needed to swap out his watch band. All easy fixes. It was important to us to go to the same jeweler where the purchases had been made.

Ahh Buchanan Street, how I missed thee! Of course, I picked-up some gifts for colleagues and myself! Ally wants to come back later this week, and have lunch where we had our first date, 3 years ago. Glasgow will always be our second home and a part of our lives.

Today, I'm back in Troon. 

This is the view from Ally's childhood home. Isn't it dreamy? There is something so ancient and mysterious about those hills. They pull you in. Old-worldly.

Today, Ally has an eye doctor appointment. I'm at the house alone, writing this entry. Soon, I will be whipping-out the crochet hook. I can't wait to see what I accomplish, with my crochet, on this vacation.