Dog running on the beach in Machir Bay, Isle of Islay

Image

 After briefly waiting for a cue the dog sprang into action and ran along the beach in Machir Bay on the west coast of Islay. In

Dog waiting for action in Machir Bay, Isle of Islay

Image

Picture of a dog running on a sandy beach A November morning on the beach in Machir Bay on the west coast of Islay. A dog is waiting for some action.

Goldfinches in a tree at Kilchoman, Isle of Islay

Image

Picture of a number of Goldfinches sitting in the treeWhile not always as spectacular as the Peregrine and the Raven fighting at Kilchoman you can often do some birdwatching from the cottage window or door. Here a number of Goldfinches have taken over a tree opposite the door.