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By the time it's finished, this Christmas gift wil By the time it's finished, this Christmas gift will have been crocheted (from second-hand and gifted yarn) with love on the shores of sleepy lochs, amongst the branches of scented pine forests, and on the beaches of the Outer Hebrides. Oh yes, and on the way back down the M5. I wasn't driving!! #crochet #blanket #crafting #homemade #vantrip #darknights #hobbies
So Fi, did you climb Ben Nevis? No but I did enjoy So Fi, did you climb Ben Nevis? No but I did enjoy the sofa at the Inn. And I picked up some rubbish (time for change @costacoffee, your litter is everywhere), and I said 'Good morning' to the chap starting the ascent with a big red spotted umbrella. And I donated to the path maintenance fund. Mountains are big but it's often the little things we do that make the most difference.
Sunset over Loch Morlich. We're nearly home now bu Sunset over Loch Morlich. We're nearly home now but already talking about our return to the Cairngorms. We've visited in spring, and walked up to the snow on the tops. We've visited in autumn, and wandered the hills in the mists. Perhaps next time will be a winter trip. #GetOutside #walking #swimming #lochmorlich #scotland #rothiemurchus #Cairngorms #mountains #sunset #lochs #eveningwalk
To be honest, after three weeks on the road, I am To be honest, after three weeks on the road, I am a bit... #vanlife #ontheroadagain #roadtrip #hairycoo #scotland
This is Daisy. Named after our first explorer mobi This is Daisy. Named after our first explorer mobile, she's had several interesting vehicles, and is very well-travelled. Iceland, New Zealand, Austria, Norway, Wales and Scotland are all stamped in her passport but she loves Devon best!! Which is just as well because we're heading home now. #roadtrip #headinghome #daisytheexplorer #vanlife #ontheroadagain #scotland2021
I'll be mighty impressed if you can guess which ca I'll be mighty impressed if you can guess which castle we just spent the night at. Home-cooked meals, sparkling hot showers, and a very warm welcome. We'll be visiting again!! #campervanlife #homecooked #roadtrip #scotland #vanlife
Small van, big Scotland. It's been fantastic to be Small van, big Scotland. It's been fantastic to be in the Highlands again. There's so much to explore up here. The possibilities almost make my head hurt. This (of course) is Glen Etive. Lots of smiling paddlers, a couple of 007 enthusiasts (including us), plus plenty of awe-inspiring scenery. It might rain a lot up here but the autumn colours are stunning. Thoughts for a crochet project forming... Oh yes, and we left the Glen cleaner than we found it. And no, we didn't stay the night. #GetOutside #glenetive #glencoe #highlands #007 #skyfall #campervan #scotland #leavenotrace
Morning! This photo is significant not only becaus Morning! This photo is significant not only because we were at the base of Ben Nevis but also because it has rained so often on this trip that it was the first time we have had the moon roof open. It's more easy than you might think to get used to being outside in the rain. #GetOutside #campervanning #vanlife #roadtrip #scotland #raindidntstopus☔️ #bennevis
The Hebridean Way. Some of it doesn't go through p The Hebridean Way. Some of it doesn't go through peat bogs! I didn't venture too far but we'll be back! #GetOutside #hebrideanway #walking #walkingtrail #explore #isleoflewis #longdistancewalks
On the road again. Much as we love travelling nort On the road again. Much as we love travelling north, the time comes on every trip when we have to turn round and head home again. Winding our way down through Scotland. It is already warmer and less dark. Torbay will feel positively tropical when we get back! #GetOutside #campervanning #ontheroadagain #roadtrip #scotland #homewardbound
The Callanais standing stones on the Isle of Lewis The Callanais standing stones on the Isle of Lewis. Definitely worth walking between the three sets to get a feel for how they sit in the landscape, and in relation to each other. Such a beautiful setting, with loch views stretching all round from each one. Tapadh leat! #GetOutside #walking #isleoflewis #callanish #standingstones #history #outerhebrides #tapadhleat
My first broch. Think Outlander with a touch of Hi My first broch. Think Outlander with a touch of Highlander thrown in. Or am I showing my age? #GetOutside #Scotland #isleoflewis #broch #outlander #highlander #exploremore
I'm not sure I've ever seen a landscape quite like I'm not sure I've ever seen a landscape quite like this one. Peat bogs and lochs for miles, hills beyond, and white sand beaches. This picture is from the remains of the stone circle at Achmore. #GetOutside #hebrideanway #isleoflewis #hebrides #autumn #outerhebrides #landscapes #history #exploremore #scotland
Why the long face? #GetOutside #walking #chesspie Why the long face? #GetOutside #walking #chesspiece #isleoflewis #hebrideanway #islands #campervanning #scotland #autumn #roadtrip #toyotahiace4x4
Today's outdoor treat - white sand beaches on the Today's outdoor treat - white sand beaches on the Isle of Lewis. Also a fair amount of weather but the walk brought roses to our cheeks, and a van cuppa soon warmed us up. #GetOutside #beaches #whitesandbeach #lewis #seascapes #outerhebrides #hebrideanway #island
Small van camping (Greta is a 4x4 Toyota Hiace Gra Small van camping (Greta is a 4x4 Toyota Hiace Granvia) can be a challenge in off-seasons. For this autumn trip to Scotland, I didn't underestimate the chill (we've been cosy) but the length of the nights has been interesting. We've entertained ourselves listening to stories, crocheting (me), playing cards, and going to bed really, really early. I think sleeping and waking in tune with the daylight is healthy. Mr D may not agree!
It's hard to believe you can experience landscapes It's hard to believe you can experience landscapes like this in the UK but Scotland has its own special kind of scenery and light magic. Mind you, it makes you work for it!! #GetOutside #walking #landscapes #mountains #hillwalking #Cairngorms #Scotland #highlands
You really can't beat Scotland for #wildswimming. You really can't beat Scotland for #wildswimming. There's a loch, beach or river around every corner. This one was a touch chilly but the water was fresh from the mountains. #GetOutside #outdoorswimming #riverswim #Cairngorms #Scotland #autumn #campervan
Mountain days... #GetOutside #Scotland #Cairngor Mountain days... #GetOutside #Scotland #Cairngorms #walking #heather #lairigghru #rothiemurchus
We're bidding farewell to Loch Morlich today so I We're bidding farewell to Loch Morlich today so I celebrated our love of the area with an early morning swim. Smokey mountains, aromatic pinewoods and peat-coloured fresh water. I'm not sure anything could beat it. Especially with a hot campsite shower available immediately after!! #GetOutside #autumnswimmer #lochmorlich #lochswimming #glenmore #vancamper #Cairngorms #Scotland #camping #toyota #hiace
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“It has been a real pleasure to have Fi contributing to our blogging efforts. She has excellent writing skills, is comfortable working with Word Press and is a proficient social media user. The best part though, is that she comes up with blog ideas, pitches them and writes them in a very fast turnaround time. … Continue reading “English Trackers”

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“Fi is a great asset in my day-to-day work. She always meets the needs of briefs and deadlines, usually providing copy in advance. Very good communicator and always has channels open when she’s working. I’m glad to have found her freelancing services.”

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Upskilled Australia

“Fi is exactly what we want in a writing partner, the quality of her text is extremely professional and articulate and best of all she is able to work in such a way that supports the way our agency works. Looking forward to a long partnership.”

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Flycast Media

“Fi is really easy to work with and understands copywriting in relation to SEO. We’re really pleased we found her and looking forward to working with her more.”

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Origin 1

“Hi Fi – Just thought you’d like to know that your (latest) post  was our top post of the month of SEP, despite only being live for 12 days of the month. It also got a great organic result… showing that readers are really engaging with the content.”

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Upskilled Australia

“We were hugely impressed with Fi’s pro-active and professional approach when we worked with her on a fascinating WW2 exhibition. Her insight and sensitivity were matched by her quality text and prompt delivery, we would highly recommend her as a copy writer with a certain ‘something extra’. She was an absolute pleasure to work with … Continue reading “Visit Dartmoor”

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Visit Dartmoor

‘Thank you so much for your efforts, your patience, your advice and of course, your beautiful words.’

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Ordnance Survey – Walk London

‘Fi came highly recommended by another member of Ordnance Survey’s Consumer Team and she did not disappoint. Her work is always precise, always on time and she can turn her hand to any style. From sparkling, child-friendly humour to detailed, directional information, her knowledge and passion for the outdoors shines through. She is also adept … Continue reading “Ordnance Survey – Secret Stories”

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