Never a truer word said, take absolutely nothing for granted because none of know if tomorrow will arrive. I lost my husband 5 weeks ago, very suddenly to sepsis. Together we spent 27yrs enjoying hiking all over Scotland, we raised 4 children who have become 4 amazingly independent young adults equipped with all the skills they need to get them through whatever life throws at them (including a love of remote hills). I miss him more than just words can express but those 27yrs with him as my soul mate and best friend I am so very very grateful for every single moment of it & have so many happy, knackered, midge bitten times to look back on & smile.
I took my health for granted for many years. Mountaineering made up the majority of my life, until one day, illness came a knockin. Now, over ten years mostly housebound, having lost everything, folk making videos like your own keep me going. So, thank you. "Health is a crown that people wear, that only sick people can see". Best wishes.
And we don't take you for granted, Murray. Thank you for sharing your stunning part of the world with us. Helps our mental health joining you on your adventures.
Such a beautiful place to be when that special something is needed,and the weather conditions were just perfect.❤🏴❤Thank you for sharing and caring Murray.
I don't ever take anything for granted, after losing my lovely boy last year. Life can indeed change in a heartbeat. I have watched so many of your vlogs these past months and whilst we were on Skye, looking over to Knoydart last week, we watched your Ladhar Bheinn video with Gerry. Thank you so much for posting them and thank you for being a human being. You have given me so much peace. Beautiful Scotland 😊
Totally loved your humility in explaining our human weaknesses, physical or mental, age etc, Glencoe is our favourite camping spot, so you have given us another patch to consider.😃 We also love scanning to see if any other campers out by seeing there torches, lol. People think we are mad going out, but we say, you haven't lived till you do it to witness the views and sheer beauty.Thanks Murray, great video.
Totally agree never take anything for granted, live life to the full, love your family and always be there as one day they’ll be gone. We get one chance at life, live to its fullest, but always be humble. Wonderful video Murray as always. Love Glencoe
We are lucky to live here. Living in Glenfinnan I tend not to do much during the summer months ( I don't like heat, bracken, midges or people) but now I've already done my first couple of trips in my campervan round the Highlands as it quietens down, I love the winter months regardless of the weather, just because it quieter. If I pass you over the winter I will be sure to lob a scotch egg out the window as I pass by.
Wonderful film and commentary. The other thing we shouldn't take for granted is that we have the right to roam (responsibly) in our great country. That's very precious.
A fab camping spot....looks like it could be a good spot for photography as well. A good reminder not to take it for granted as it's all to easy to do so. 🙂
I follow you because your views and filming are so peaceful, tranquil and blissful. I am registered blind but with the little sight I do have, I take nothing for granted. I am blessed to be able to see such beauty through your eyes, thank you so much ❤️
Would never take our beautiful land for granted, l feel so fortunate to be able to walk freely in the hills. What a beautiful sky to wake up to. Thank you Murray, a lovely video........Alioban ❤
One of the many gifts my dad gave me was a love of the Outdoors. Although I don't get up mountains as often as I'd like, I'll never forget walking up Ben Nevis with him back in 1990. It was breathtaking. Sadly he passed away two weeks ago after a few years confined to one room from breaking his hip in a fall, and I know he was sad that he could no longer get outside. You speak truth, Murray: never take it for granted, ever, because it can be snatched from you in a single moment. I'm not the superstitious type, and neither was Dad, but I have to say that after three years living in Aberdeenshire my first proper aurora a few days ago (see my channel for time lapse) felt almost like a farewell message from him...
I have always loved walking in any hills. 2 years ago I was diagnosed with cancer which focused me into realising that nothing can be taken for granted. I am one of the lucky ones in that the treatment is controlling the cancer. Unfortunately I decided to take up running earlier this year and injured my right achilles tendon , but now recovering from that and will be out walking again near dumfries in some gentle hills. So you are absolutely spot on, we never know what's round the corner. Do it while it's available to you x
I remember my last hill I climbed, Ben lomond about 20 years ago, my knee gave way on the way down and virtually had to come down on my bum 😢😂. And never got up another hill 😢😢. So yeah never take it for granted. We may not have the highest hills in the world, but God has given us the best. Thanks for sharing again. 😊
Murray your videos are always a great watch. Appreciate your thoughts on not taking things for granted, and sharing your camp with us again. Another amazing place. Thanks, helps a lot!
True words Murray. As someone who's been living with MS for the past 13 years, I never take things for granted. Still lucky enough to be out enjoying the hills. The best cure for it. 🕺It is good to express these things. Defo a getting older thing. Nae inversion, but stunning morning. 😎
Hi Murray, great video. There’s no need to question why you were in that mood, it’s a great mood to be in. You do indeed live in one of the most beautiful countries in the world and you are right not to take it for granted. Who knows what tomorrow will bring.
I completely agree with you, Murray. I'd like to add one more thing. Contentment *is* happiness, and far too many people think they have to strive for excellence to reach contentment. Sometimes life is about the little things, and little things can mean so much if we just take the time to acknowledge them. God bless you and your family, Murray Another amazing video 🙏
My brother told me about your channel and I subscribed about 4 weeks ago but didn’t watch anything until last night. Having just watched this video I felt compelled to say thank you for making it. It was absolutely stunning and I absolutely concur about not taking things for granted. It’s so easy to be sucked in to being so busy that weeks, months and years pass so quickly that one does forget to be grateful for the the smallest of things. It’s why I like getting out in my canoe to find the places of solitude where I can just be still, take in the weather, the birds, bugs, water and just wonder at it. Hopefully one day I can venture up to Scotland and take in your marvellous landscape. Thank you again for this fantastic video. I have joined my brother in being a fan of yours!!
Great video. Lovely see pot to camp and surprisingly calm for the time of year with all the winds we've had. I've just returned to North Yorkshire from visiting Torridon, Gairloch, Poolewe & Lochinver from our base at Loch Broom near Ullapool and, even in rhat VERY wet and VERY VERY windy period we had a couple of calm and sunny days.
Absolutely stunning vlog Murray thankyou 👌 beautiful camera work & a great sentiment. I’ve been wildcamping in the mountains for around 4/5yrs now and of an age where I think about what your saying quite often, luckily I have good health and I pray long may I be able to continue 🤞 just wish I was closer to Scotland…it’s 31/2 hours to the lakes for me where I’m slowly ticking off the wainwrights, I’ve made it to the Cairngorms & up Ben Macdui , camped the beach at loch Avon & would love to venture further…one day soon hopefully 🙏 your vlogs are awe inspiring & long may you continue, take care out there, thankyou👍
Absolutely agree with the sentiment. Currently walking im the Picos de Europa in Northern. Fantastic mointain. 5 years ago got arthritic hips and couldn't cross kitchen without pain snd using crutches. 2 new hips later can syill get to top of mountains. Have also hot severe scoliosis of the spine and after 6 mies I always end up with bsckache but keep going and appreciate every walk I do
Murry, what you are saying is so true....about not taking things for granted....problems with my hips kept me away from any significant walking for a good while....but two hip replacements later and I'm out and ab'ooot.. The other thing is Scotland, I was fortunate enough to have lived by Connel, Oban for a number of years, and loved Scotland. Being out most weekends, not always hills but glens some long distance walks.....a beautiful Country. Your photographs of the night Sky almost brought tears to my eyes with its magnificence. We as a species need to stop, look, and listen to this planet. Fabulous video, good to see so many hills that I've visited. The light, and colours at this time of year are breathtaking. As always, great video, and thanks for all the effort it takes in getting them out there.
You are so right, don’t take things for granted. Well into my seventies now so trips I once did are well beyond my capabilities. Memories never die, so make those memories while you can.
Hi Murray so very true you can take nothing for granted, up until 1 year ago I was pretty fit for my age over the past 12 months age has got a grip now my mobility is very poor so keep enjoying doing what you love whilst you can , and thanks for sharing your adventures with us, take care of yourself.
Amazing Murray, just amazing the views and the pictures of the stars just wow, done the west highland way in june and bagged 6 munros since, was up the buachaille last week, and your videos are just inspiring the drone footage you get is mind blowing thank you and look forward to your next video andy
Love this one Murray, maybe a bit more philosophical than usual, but no worse off for it, and the general footage is spectacular as always. I'm 67 now and after a lifetime of excellent fitness I'm starting to feel my age. But ever since my first wife died suddenly when she was only 30 I've never taken anything for granted. I'd never been seriously ill in my life and only had a few minor sports injuries, then 5 years ago I suddenly was totally exhausted walking upstairs and turned out to have blot clots in my lungs. Then I got Covid and it turned into pneumonia, and a year later I had some minor strokes that made the left side of my body much weaker and upset my balance. That pretty much ended my running, but I've been able to keep hillwalking at a reduced level. I also had a DVT in my right calf that left me weaker, but still alive! I've probably said before that my best days are decades ago, and I get my big mountain fixes vicariously through videos like yours rather than in person. In many ways my biggest problem is distance, being hundreds of miles and many hours from Scotland, so one visit a year is about all I can manage, but so long as we keep breathing we can still do stuff :)
Yup I'm at the old age arthritic knees stage (75) and that's why I enjoy your videos so much. I can only enjoy the hills from the valley and low levels now but I still love living amongst them.
It may be a simpler vid. But loved it....those views NEVER get tired. And the glow on the B in the morning....stunning. totally agree. I'm always in awe of the places, and the ability to go explore. 👌
Thank you Murray, completely agree, its so easy to take things for granted, we are all guilty of it sometimes. I think the older we get the more we realise its no a good thing and we should do things while we can, whether that's hobbies, seeing friends, going to places we always wanted to go to, bucket lists, seeing the rest of Scotland, Alps, Austria, visiting friends, whatever it may be, do it now before its too late, because life goes by in a flash.
So true Murray 👌 and always seize the day 😊. Thank you for another beautiful film. We always enjoy watching them & listening to your thoughts & comments 😀 Keep safe & keep walking 🥳🚶♂️👌
Watching a second time as I frequently do. My birthday yesterday and your video was a fantastic addition to a very happy day. At 83 now I can say how right you are, never take anything for granted and enjoy life as much as possible despite all the adversities. This video brought back wonderful memories as this was a hill we frequently climbed for the views when my son was small but we never saw the wonderful starry sky or those beautiful dawn skies. Thank you for a fantastic “ birthday present “. A.T.B. And. Stay safe out there. ❤😊
Watching from Texas, I truly appreciate you talking about and agree about not taking things for granted, especially seeing top notch spectacular views like this. Wow, the drone footage. And the stars, just beautiful. With how it often seems like the world is in hyperspeed and we're all scurrying to get things done, whether it be work, etc., we should all try and be mindful when we see something of beauty. Stop, and appreciate it. As always Murray thanks so very much for the fantastic vid and your hard work, and hope your knee is feeling better soon 👋
Thanks Murray -as you know i am so appreciative that you take the time to share your adventures... It reminds me of the times I could do these things too. I am sure that a lot of folks who love your channel feel the same too. Lovely photography as always The shots of the night sky and stars is spectacular. I used to see those displays when I camped on Cader Idris many years ago. Thankfully you never really loose those memories even when you can no longer trek and wild camp in the hills xx😊
Beautiful sentiment, beautiful scenery. This is why we love your videos Murray. We never do know the day when life can change. It is so important to appreciate every moment we have up in the hills, one day, it will be our last climb. Thank you for sharing this special evening with us.
You are so right Murray. It really is easy to take things for granted. I think there are times we all need to sit back and look at what we do have and cherish that. An excellent video with fantastic photography highlighting absolutely stunning scenery.
I went up Bideam nam Bian, late morning, pleasant day. Perhaps a couple of hours in, up from the glen, the fog came in; fast. Completely socked in; lost the path. Came down a gully I'm not sure the name of. It was like something out of Gormanghast. With the right kit, and some awareness and a little craft, it was magic. Never take it for granted. But do go; know what you can do. (this was 45 years ago; I can get up Calton Hill now)
Amazing views, lovely atmospheres, and tasty whiskey as always 🙂 I've been thinking a lot about you and your adventures, especially after I was told I have a torn meniscus (knee). So true, never take it for granted. But I see you commenting about your knees and still hiking; its inpiring. I am glad I hiked with my brother and my children on the Alps this summer. I am not sure how much I will do now; but I had/have so much plans for hiking and camping, especially with my wee ones, and after they grow up. One of those dreams is to be back in Scotland for a long hike on that wonderful landscape and warm people (some of them my friends). You are lucky to live in such a lovely country. Enjoy!
So true Murray. As we get older we can't take our health & strength for granted, or the beautiful country we live in. A stunning location & conditions. I don't take your vlogs for granted either. Thank you.
Been watching you for a while, and I'm appreciating your more philisophical chats recently This is how men prefer to talk about these things- while we're doing something else
Fantastic video as always Murray, never tire of those views, and your right never take anything for granted. I thought my hill walking days were coming to an end about 5 years ago with an Achilles Heel problem, eventually got it sorted and I now cherish every moment I can get out in the hills.👍 Inspiring video as always ATB Frank
Cheers for sharing Murray, the quality of the picture of your videos comes across as far superior than others,just fantastic. I love the bit of cloud seemingly stuck to the buachaille
Belting video Murray, thas reet, spot on, I have been feeling this sentiment this week. I’ve just driven back from Inverness today, 7 hour drive and I feel hugely privileged to have experienced the time on your home soil. Spot on video sir.
I often come off the mountain bike and go running up and down hills but my knee cartilage went pushing the shopping trolley at the supermarket so I totally agree Murray we need to appreciate every minute on every mountain as we never know when our health Is no longer able to what we do. The panoramic views of the Mamores looked incredible as did Glen coe and the light and colours are at their finest in October And probably my favourite time of year just before winter takes hold.
Bonnie Caledonia, as a proud Welshman I’m not ashamed to say Scotland is my favourite place on earth, I always take the 12 hour drive to Loch Lomond camp there and then the highland hills welcome me in the morning, what a place to discover and realise yourself, what a place to admire and be proud of, never take it for granted and be proud of your history. I even fly the Scottish flag and the rampant lion at my house in south wales, up the celts!
With you there. I was born in Pontypool grew up in Cwmbran. Got introduced to Scotland in 1973, been back so many times since. Walking, climbing, sailing. Best country in the world, apart from the midges.
@@robertpeters5278 haha small world I’m currently living in cwmbran, it really is astounding to us welsh when we lay eyes on Scotland for the first time it’s such a breathtaking and surreal place, it’s the perfect balance of civilised yet extreme, absolutely beautiful. What’s your favourite memory from Scotland?
Very professional footage Murray as always. I agree I don’t take Scotlands mountains for granted . I only camped high level 2 or 3 times usually on an epic trip. Watching your camps makes me feel I have missed out. But just love watching your videos and look forward to them. Keep it up it is appreciated.
Another cracking video and again very thought provoking. You really should write a book for hillwalkers you have plenty of fabulous photos and stories and advice for like minded outdoors enthusiasts. I don’t take anything for granted anymore I am approaching 60yrs 😂 but even thou I have done loads of hillwalking over many decades I still want to do more but like a fine wine appreciate my walks and backpacking adventures more than ever ( not sure whether it’s I am nearer the grave than youth) Scotland for me is a long drive from South Wales I get up there 3 or 4 times a year but I have the wonderful Brecon Beacons on my doorstep and Snowdonia about 3 hours drive and I never take anything for granted anymore and appreciate every walk cheers mate best wishes … write a book ❤
Dear Murray. Thanks for the video, as usual both interesting and very well made. I hope we (the viewers) aren't taking you for granted ❤️ I'm a Pole living in Scotland for the last 18 years. Funny enough polish language doesn't have "taken for granted" equivalent. I think it's telling (on so many levels I could write an essay). You can literally translate the phrase of course, but nobody ever says it. The feeling exists, it surely happens for individuals and in social relations - yet, nobody have bothered to forge a useful phrase in my mother tongue 😳 All the best Sir!
Another thoughtful video Murray, and although living here in the " Highlands " of Norfolk, one I can concur with and appreciate. We used to stay with a couple in Stronmilchan, Nr Dalmally. Maud and Alan Gray. Alan was a shepherd with a croft who held the keys and fishing to Kilchurn Castle on Loch Awe. Sadly, both no longer with us, but Alan never failed to take his life and surroundings for granted, although he failed to understand why anyone would want to climb a mountain - - -, something he had to do to gather his sheep. Each to their own I guess. Thank you for reminding us all of the views. Having climbed the " Buachaille " twice, it's nice to be able see what we missed, having summited twice in low cloud and rain and no view. Never mind, one day - - -
Another enjoyable video, Murray, and an important message. I'm watching this five days after spinal surgery, so for the next five weeks I look forward to not taking being active for granted! That said, may I ask what walking poles you use, as I'd like to buy some. As you enjoyed Thomas Heaton's video, if you haven't seen Nigel Danson's month on Luskentyre beach series, that's worth a watch too!
A great video Murray just as they always are. Great words about appreciating things that we take for granted. Met a disabled athlete recently, who had been hit by a car and had their life changed in an instant. We can't control everything in our futures so we really need to live for each moment and enjoy it.
I set off out last week to do a very popular munro not too far from you last week, only to be afflicted with a reoccurring foot problem - spent the night sulking in my tent in a layby... I tried to put a positive spin on it and create a video but binned it once home. My point? You're right... One day it can all come to a halt... another reason for recalculating my life and reducing work hours... Keep doing what you love whilst you are able to Mr Murray... Its too short.. Out and about down the Borders tomorrow night now the foot has recovered... 😊 Thank you for sharing as always.. 🤜🤛
You always manage to capture the immensity and the grandeur of nature and still more, you have also shown us the intimacy that comes from paying attention to our surroundings. That’s a special gift you have with these moments you offer. I feel my feet planted on that mountain, in awe of the countless stars. We a blessed by nature and thank you for reminding me of these gifts that surround us. Thank you, Murray, again and again!
Thank you for sharing another great video. I remember you had an injury a while back, always wondered how you got over it. Recently had issues with a knee too, making just a 5 minutes walk painful. I've always valued and rely on getting out, but this really did remind me how important my mobility is. Expecting the worse I thought a slow process of physio, scans and operations would be my only way to normality. Fortunately 2 sessions with a sports physio (and the homework that goes with it) and I am already feeling the benefits. Although expensive I would recommend to anyone with joint issues, it's amazing what they can do (more specialised and 2 months sooner than NHS physio). A weeks visit to Scotland has become one of the years highlights, unfortunately timing on the knee put an end to this years trip. But feeling fortunate that a few days/nights on Dartmoor was still possible as a shorter venture closer to home. Hopeful on a return to the hills in Scotland next year. All the best with your healing too👍
Another great video, be heading up tomorrow for a week on the Ardnumurchan peninsula. This has just wet my appetite after a difficult year. Be great to get away from it for a while and recharge the batteries. Thanks for the inspiration Murray.
Another great video Murray. Wow what a fantastic place. The view's were amazing. Like you Glencoe is on of my favourite places. As you know i was there last month climbing Meall a 'Bhuiridh. Catch you on the next one mate.
Aye Murray, I always remind myself when I'm out in the countryside or the hills , walking or cycling, how lucky I am to still be fit enough ( at 57) to do these things . Though age does bring the occasional sore knee etc, more often than it used to ..
Very true. I have wandered the Scottish hills since I was a teenager, but during lockdown I began to find myself feeling very unfit. I became barely able to walk up the road to my house, puffing and panting. I thought maybe it was long covid, and initial tests picked up nothing. Eventually, more severe symptoms took me back to the doctor and it turns out I have coronary heart disease. I'm in my mid fifties and always thought I had many more years in the hills to look forward to. Just goes to show, you never know what the future holds so enjoy every moment. As my late mother used to say- 'Ye're a lang time deid!'.
Murray, I am lucky enough to have watched this video in 4k on a recent MacBook screen. Its done your work a great deal of justice, some of the views and Autumn colours have come through as though I was there, just absolutely stunning , thank you so much for bringing this to the world, and me.
Smashing video Murray and very on point. It takes me 12 hours to get to the mountains but it's worth the journey. Just had 9 days and the weather didn't disappoint. I will keep coming up until I can't then I will move home permanently and spend my last days wandering those beautiful hills.
its a wonderful place and I count myself lucky to stay under two hours away for sure .... 9 hours is a long drive for sure :) Thanks for watching ATB Murray
Great video Murray. I totally agree about not taking things for granted. I now live in Lancashire and much closer to Scotland than Kent where I used to live. You should publish a calendar with some of your pictures!
I hyperextended my knee a few weeks back. I know your frustration, and thanks for another great video. Nice autumn colors and pics of the Milky Way too. 😊 I thought the “snoring” noise was perhaps either Jerry or Ray camping nearby.
That was brilliant Murray. Yeah Glencoe will always be a very special place for me ever since trecking through on the way when i was a teenager to hitting the munros now. Thanks again mate really appreciate it.
Hi Murray, We are so lucky living near to the mountains. I can be in the south Lakes in an hour and 15 mins and my local hills in the Forest of Bowland in 40 minutes and feel blessed for that. But like you not for once do I take it for granted. I know there are people who live in the town and cities miles from a hill who would give everything to be in my position. Another cracking camp spot, shame you didn’t get the inversion but it was still a beautiful morning. I hope those roaring stags didn’t keep you awake! 🤣 All the best
Older you get you have to milk every moment your given and those views are absolutely stunning. Completely agree about not taking things for granted, especially your health, it's been a year personally of health problems and hospitals but there are so many far worse off than myself, at 60 I'm aware it's going to hurt and maybe more of a struggle but that's life and you have to keep trying and going.
@@ScotlandsMountains Thanks Murray...still pushing myself inspite of everything and been out today walking round the countryside just over 19k which is uplifting and made me feel good however tough.
I love the stags bellowing in the background, Murray! Lol ;-) I would have been taking wildlife shots of the stags - a vital part of the year for them during the rut.! Excellent film, as always. Cheers! PS - not sure about the Speyside firewater - I prefer the West Coast peaty singles.
Excellant stuff Murray, always great to tag along on your journeys into the bonny mountains of Scotland. Shame about the knee but unfortunately these things do creep up on us as we move into our seasoned years.
Waxing nostalgic…or, is it the Glenmorangie talking? It is true what you say, Murray; we all need to appreciate life as it’s happening, not assume it’s always going to be there. Thanks for the reflection. Cheers, and ATB
Great video, Murray. As always, the scenery was spectacular. Your thoughts about not taking anything for granted is so true. I just finished reading The Living Mountain by Nan Shepherd and while I have never climbed a mountain in Scotland, I thought of some of what she wrote about is what you experience when you are on the mountains. I drove through Glencoe in August and it always takes my breath away. Safe travels. 🥰🥰
Never a truer word said, take absolutely nothing for granted because none of know if tomorrow will arrive. I lost my husband 5 weeks ago, very suddenly to sepsis. Together we spent 27yrs enjoying hiking all over Scotland, we raised 4 children who have become 4 amazingly independent young adults equipped with all the skills they need to get them through whatever life throws at them (including a love of remote hills). I miss him more than just words can express but those 27yrs with him as my soul mate and best friend I am so very very grateful for every single moment of it & have so many happy, knackered, midge bitten times to look back on & smile.
I took my health for granted for many years. Mountaineering made up the majority of my life, until one day, illness came a knockin. Now, over ten years mostly housebound, having lost everything, folk making videos like your own keep me going. So, thank you.
"Health is a crown that people wear, that only sick people can see".
Best wishes.
And we don't take you for granted, Murray. Thank you for sharing your stunning part of the world with us. Helps our mental health joining you on your adventures.
thank you - very much appreciated :)
Such a beautiful place to be when that special something is needed,and the weather conditions were just perfect.❤🏴❤Thank you for sharing and caring Murray.
I don't ever take anything for granted, after losing my lovely boy last year. Life can indeed change in a heartbeat. I have watched so many of your vlogs these past months and whilst we were on Skye, looking over to Knoydart last week, we watched your Ladhar Bheinn video with Gerry. Thank you so much for posting them and thank you for being a human being. You have given me so much peace. Beautiful Scotland 😊
Hey Victoria , must be very challenging for you and yours , hope you are ok and sending you my thoughts.
Thanks for watching
ATB
Murray
That was brilliant Murray thank you. Glencoe really is a special place. That looks an awesome spot you found as well.
Totally loved your humility in explaining our human weaknesses, physical or mental, age etc, Glencoe is our favourite camping spot, so you have given us another patch to consider.😃
We also love scanning to see if any other campers out by seeing there torches, lol.
People think we are mad going out, but we say, you haven't lived till you do it to witness the views and sheer beauty.Thanks Murray, great video.
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Totally agree never take anything for granted, live life to the full, love your family and always be there as one day they’ll be gone. We get one chance at life, live to its fullest, but always be humble. Wonderful video Murray as always. Love Glencoe
We are lucky to live here. Living in Glenfinnan I tend not to do much during the summer months ( I don't like heat, bracken, midges or people) but now I've already done my first couple of trips in my campervan round the Highlands as it quietens down, I love the winter months regardless of the weather, just because it quieter. If I pass you over the winter I will be sure to lob a scotch egg out the window as I pass by.
Wonderful film and commentary. The other thing we shouldn't take for granted is that we have the right to roam (responsibly) in our great country. That's very precious.
I love the deer roaring in the back!
A fab camping spot....looks like it could be a good spot for photography as well. A good reminder not to take it for granted as it's all to easy to do so. 🙂
I follow you because your views and filming are so peaceful, tranquil and blissful. I am registered blind but with the little sight I do have, I take nothing for granted. I am blessed to be able to see such beauty through your eyes, thank you so much ❤️
Amazing scenes in this video. Cheers from Norway 🙂👍
Would never take our beautiful land for granted, l feel so fortunate to be able to walk freely in the hills. What a beautiful sky to wake up to. Thank you Murray, a lovely video........Alioban ❤
One of the many gifts my dad gave me was a love of the Outdoors. Although I don't get up mountains as often as I'd like, I'll never forget walking up Ben Nevis with him back in 1990. It was breathtaking. Sadly he passed away two weeks ago after a few years confined to one room from breaking his hip in a fall, and I know he was sad that he could no longer get outside. You speak truth, Murray: never take it for granted, ever, because it can be snatched from you in a single moment.
I'm not the superstitious type, and neither was Dad, but I have to say that after three years living in Aberdeenshire my first proper aurora a few days ago (see my channel for time lapse) felt almost like a farewell message from him...
I have always loved walking in any hills. 2 years ago I was diagnosed with cancer which focused me into realising that nothing can be taken for granted. I am one of the lucky ones in that the treatment is controlling the cancer.
Unfortunately I decided to take up running earlier this year and injured my right achilles tendon , but now recovering from that and will be out walking again near dumfries in some gentle hills.
So you are absolutely spot on, we never know what's round the corner. Do it while it's available to you x
I remember my last hill I climbed, Ben lomond about 20 years ago, my knee gave way on the way down and virtually had to come down on my bum 😢😂. And never got up another hill 😢😢.
So yeah never take it for granted.
We may not have the highest hills in the world, but God has given us the best.
Thanks for sharing again. 😊
Murray your videos are always a great watch. Appreciate your thoughts on not taking things for granted, and sharing your camp with us again. Another amazing place. Thanks, helps a lot!
Another great video Murray. I never feel more settled than when I visit Scotland. I hope to live there one day.
True words Murray. As someone who's been living with MS for the past 13 years, I never take things for granted. Still lucky enough to be out enjoying the hills. The best cure for it. 🕺It is good to express these things. Defo a getting older thing. Nae inversion, but stunning morning. 😎
Hearing the deer bellowing away whilst you are talking - ace!
Hi Murray, great video. There’s no need to question why you were in that mood, it’s a great mood to be in. You do indeed live in one of the most beautiful countries in the world and you are right not to take it for granted. Who knows what tomorrow will bring.
I completely agree with you, Murray.
I'd like to add one more thing.
Contentment *is* happiness, and far too many people think they have to strive for excellence to reach contentment.
Sometimes life is about the little things, and little things can mean so much if we just take the time to acknowledge them.
God bless you and your family, Murray
Another amazing video 🙏
My brother told me about your channel and I subscribed about 4 weeks ago but didn’t watch anything until last night. Having just watched this video I felt compelled to say thank you for making it. It was absolutely stunning and I absolutely concur about not taking things for granted. It’s so easy to be sucked in to being so busy that weeks, months and years pass so quickly that one does forget to be grateful for the the smallest of things. It’s why I like getting out in my canoe to find the places of solitude where I can just be still, take in the weather, the birds, bugs, water and just wonder at it. Hopefully one day I can venture up to Scotland and take in your marvellous landscape. Thank you again for this fantastic video. I have joined my brother in being a fan of yours!!
Hi Gavin - thanks for the comment and welcome to the channel - hope you enjoy some of the videos over here :)
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Great video and a reminder of so many such experiences. Love the stags roaring too always a feeling of remote country. Beautiful views.
Thanks Lynsey - ‘‘twas a fine trio for sure
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Great video. Lovely see pot to camp and surprisingly calm for the time of year with all the winds we've had. I've just returned to North Yorkshire from visiting Torridon, Gairloch, Poolewe & Lochinver from our base at Loch Broom near Ullapool and, even in rhat VERY wet and VERY VERY windy period we had a couple of calm and sunny days.
Love camping with the sound of the stags.
Absolutely stunning vlog Murray thankyou 👌 beautiful camera work & a great sentiment. I’ve been wildcamping in the mountains for around 4/5yrs now and of an age where I think about what your saying quite often, luckily I have good health and I pray long may I be able to continue 🤞 just wish I was closer to Scotland…it’s 31/2 hours to the lakes for me where I’m slowly ticking off the wainwrights, I’ve made it to the Cairngorms & up Ben Macdui , camped the beach at loch Avon & would love to venture further…one day soon hopefully 🙏 your vlogs are awe inspiring & long may you continue, take care out there, thankyou👍
Breathtakingly beautiful, thank you so much for making this video!
thank you - very much appreciate your comment
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Absolutely agree with the sentiment. Currently walking im the Picos de Europa in Northern. Fantastic mointain. 5 years ago got arthritic hips and couldn't cross kitchen without pain snd using crutches. 2 new hips later can syill get to top of mountains. Have also hot severe scoliosis of the spine and after 6 mies I always end up with bsckache but keep going and appreciate every walk I do
Murry, what you are saying is so true....about not taking things for granted....problems with my hips kept me away from any significant walking for a good while....but two hip replacements later and I'm out and ab'ooot.. The other thing is Scotland, I was fortunate enough to have lived by Connel, Oban for a number of years, and loved Scotland. Being out most weekends, not always hills but glens some long distance walks.....a beautiful Country. Your photographs of the night Sky almost brought tears to my eyes with its magnificence. We as a species need to stop, look, and listen to this planet.
Fabulous video, good to see so many hills that I've visited.
The light, and colours at this time of year are breathtaking.
As always, great video, and thanks for all the effort it takes in getting them out there.
You are so right, don’t take things for granted. Well into my seventies now so trips I once did are well beyond my capabilities. Memories never die, so make those memories while you can.
Hi Murray so very true you can take nothing for granted, up until 1 year ago I was pretty fit for my age over the past 12 months age has got a grip now my mobility is very poor so keep enjoying doing what you love whilst you can , and thanks for sharing your adventures with us, take care of yourself.
Hi Ray - hope your fitness gets better and you get back out as soon as possible...
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Amazing Murray, just amazing the views and the pictures of the stars just wow, done the west highland way in june and bagged 6 munros since, was up the buachaille last week, and your videos are just inspiring the drone footage you get is mind blowing thank you and look forward to your next video andy
Beautiful words matched by the beautiful scenery. Thank you.
Love this one Murray, maybe a bit more philosophical than usual, but no worse off for it, and the general footage is spectacular as always. I'm 67 now and after a lifetime of excellent fitness I'm starting to feel my age. But ever since my first wife died suddenly when she was only 30 I've never taken anything for granted. I'd never been seriously ill in my life and only had a few minor sports injuries, then 5 years ago I suddenly was totally exhausted walking upstairs and turned out to have blot clots in my lungs. Then I got Covid and it turned into pneumonia, and a year later I had some minor strokes that made the left side of my body much weaker and upset my balance. That pretty much ended my running, but I've been able to keep hillwalking at a reduced level. I also had a DVT in my right calf that left me weaker, but still alive!
I've probably said before that my best days are decades ago, and I get my big mountain fixes vicariously through videos like yours rather than in person. In many ways my biggest problem is distance, being hundreds of miles and many hours from Scotland, so one visit a year is about all I can manage, but so long as we keep breathing we can still do stuff :)
Yup I'm at the old age arthritic knees stage (75) and that's why I enjoy your videos so much. I can only enjoy the hills from the valley and low levels now but I still love living amongst them.
It may be a simpler vid. But loved it....those views NEVER get tired. And the glow on the B in the morning....stunning. totally agree. I'm always in awe of the places, and the ability to go explore. 👌
Beautiful colours and rolling mist in the Glen. A real Autumn feel. A wonderful watch.
Thank you Murray, completely agree, its so easy to take things for granted, we are all guilty of it sometimes. I think the older we get the more we realise its no a good thing and we should do things while we can, whether that's hobbies, seeing friends, going to places we always wanted to go to, bucket lists, seeing the rest of Scotland, Alps, Austria, visiting friends, whatever it may be, do it now before its too late, because life goes by in a flash.
A poignant reminder that life is a journey and the destination is always a blessing.
Great video, thanks for sharing.
So true Murray 👌 and always seize the day 😊. Thank you for another beautiful film. We always enjoy watching them & listening to your thoughts & comments 😀 Keep safe & keep walking 🥳🚶♂️👌
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Watching a second time as I frequently do. My birthday yesterday and your video was a fantastic addition to a very happy day. At 83 now I can say how right you are, never take anything for granted and enjoy life as much as possible despite all the adversities. This video brought back wonderful memories as this was a hill we frequently climbed for the views when my son was small but we never saw the wonderful starry sky or those beautiful dawn skies. Thank you for a fantastic “ birthday present “.
A.T.B. And. Stay safe out there.
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Watching from Texas, I truly appreciate you talking about and agree about not taking things for granted, especially seeing top notch spectacular views like this. Wow, the drone footage. And the stars, just beautiful. With how it often seems like the world is in hyperspeed and we're all scurrying to get things done, whether it be work, etc., we should all try and be mindful when we see something of beauty. Stop, and appreciate it. As always Murray thanks so very much for the fantastic vid and your hard work, and hope your knee is feeling better soon 👋
Absolutely beautiful !
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Thanks Murray -as you know i am so appreciative that you take the time to share your adventures... It reminds me of the times I could do these things too. I am sure that a lot of folks who love your channel feel the same too. Lovely photography as always
The shots of the night sky and stars is spectacular. I used to see those displays when I camped on Cader Idris many years ago. Thankfully you never really loose those memories even when you can no longer trek and wild camp in the hills xx😊
So true, Murray
We should never take our country for granted.❤
Was up in Glencoe last week it's so beautiful and yes Scotland is amazing ❤
Beautiful sentiment, beautiful scenery. This is why we love your videos Murray. We never do know the day when life can change. It is so important to appreciate every moment we have up in the hills, one day, it will be our last climb. Thank you for sharing this special evening with us.
You are so right Murray. It really is easy to take things for granted. I think there are times we all need to sit back and look at what we do have and cherish that.
An excellent video with fantastic photography highlighting absolutely stunning scenery.
I went up Bideam nam Bian, late morning, pleasant day. Perhaps a couple of hours in, up from the glen, the fog came in; fast. Completely socked in; lost the path. Came down a gully I'm not sure the name of. It was like something out of Gormanghast.
With the right kit, and some awareness and a little craft, it was magic.
Never take it for granted. But do go; know what you can do. (this was 45 years ago; I can get up Calton Hill now)
Amazing views, lovely atmospheres, and tasty whiskey as always 🙂 I've been thinking a lot about you and your adventures, especially after I was told I have a torn meniscus (knee). So true, never take it for granted. But I see you commenting about your knees and still hiking; its inpiring. I am glad I hiked with my brother and my children on the Alps this summer. I am not sure how much I will do now; but I had/have so much plans for hiking and camping, especially with my wee ones, and after they grow up. One of those dreams is to be back in Scotland for a long hike on that wonderful landscape and warm people (some of them my friends). You are lucky to live in such a lovely country. Enjoy!
So true Murray. As we get older we can't take our health & strength for granted, or the beautiful country we live in. A stunning location & conditions. I don't take your vlogs for granted either. Thank you.
Been watching you for a while, and I'm appreciating your more philisophical chats recently
This is how men prefer to talk about these things- while we're doing something else
Wise words and incredible views sir! Love to hear the Stags roaring 🦌❤
Fantastic video as always Murray, never tire of those views, and your right never take anything for granted. I thought my hill walking days were coming to an end about 5 years ago with an Achilles Heel problem, eventually got it sorted and I now cherish every moment I can get out in the hills.👍
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Cheers for sharing Murray, the quality of the picture of your videos comes across as far superior than others,just fantastic. I love the bit of cloud seemingly stuck to the buachaille
Cracking video as always Murray atvb Jimmy 😎😎👍👍
Ohh such beautiful views makes my heart melt ❤ can’t wait until I’m back in June 🍁🦌
How lucky and fortunate you are to live so close to the beautiful Scotland Mountains 🏔️ ! So wonderful to hear that you never take it for granted 🏕️
I agree - so lucky to be so close to so many beautiful mountains :)
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Really enjoyed this one, very relaxing and the night sky Photography was awesome. Cheers 👍.
Great video.
Some great shots.
I think you’re very lucky to be near to that beautiful scenery.
Well done on the (cold) camping.
Thank you..beautiful video again..I love seeing it all,such a wonderful place.❤
your right in what you say nothing for granted . another great film .
lovely, peaceful, calming video with lovely scenery thanks
Belting video Murray, thas reet, spot on, I have been feeling this sentiment this week. I’ve just driven back from Inverness today, 7 hour drive and I feel hugely privileged to have experienced the time on your home soil. Spot on video sir.
Thanks Mali- how did the workshop in Torridon go - did I see that you got the aurora :) what a place to witness itsir :)
Great video, and for me, great timing. Thankyou.
I often come off the mountain bike and go running up and down hills but my knee cartilage went pushing the shopping trolley at the supermarket so I totally agree Murray we need to appreciate every minute on every mountain as we never know when our health
Is no longer able to what we do.
The panoramic views of the Mamores looked incredible as did Glen coe and the light and colours are at their finest in October
And probably my favourite time of year just before winter takes hold.
Brilliant as usual mate. Visit the Highlands every year . My paradise
Absolutely love the place . Wish it was 8 hours closer though! 😂
Bonnie Caledonia, as a proud Welshman I’m not ashamed to say Scotland is my favourite place on earth, I always take the 12 hour drive to Loch Lomond camp there and then the highland hills welcome me in the morning, what a place to discover and realise yourself, what a place to admire and be proud of, never take it for granted and be proud of your history. I even fly the Scottish flag and the rampant lion at my house in south wales, up the celts!
With you there. I was born in Pontypool grew up in Cwmbran. Got introduced to Scotland in 1973, been back so many times since. Walking, climbing, sailing. Best country in the world, apart from the midges.
@@robertpeters5278 haha small world I’m currently living in cwmbran, it really is astounding to us welsh when we lay eyes on Scotland for the first time it’s such a breathtaking and surreal place, it’s the perfect balance of civilised yet extreme, absolutely beautiful. What’s your favourite memory from Scotland?
@@Tanza1367 So many!! St Kilda by sail, An Teallach in winter…….lots of them.
Very professional footage Murray as always. I agree I don’t take Scotlands mountains for granted . I only camped high level 2 or 3 times usually on an epic trip. Watching your camps makes me feel I have missed out. But just love watching your videos and look forward to them. Keep it up it is appreciated.
Another cracking video and again very thought provoking. You really should write a book for hillwalkers you have plenty of fabulous photos and stories and advice for like minded outdoors enthusiasts. I don’t take anything for granted anymore I am approaching 60yrs 😂 but even thou I have done loads of hillwalking over many decades I still want to do more but like a fine wine appreciate my walks and backpacking adventures more than ever ( not sure whether it’s I am nearer the grave than youth) Scotland for me is a long drive from South Wales I get up there 3 or 4 times a year but I have the wonderful Brecon Beacons on my doorstep and Snowdonia about 3 hours drive and I never take anything for granted anymore and appreciate every walk cheers mate best wishes … write a book ❤
Dear Murray. Thanks for the video, as usual both interesting and very well made. I hope we (the viewers) aren't taking you for granted ❤️ I'm a Pole living in Scotland for the last 18 years. Funny enough polish language doesn't have "taken for granted" equivalent. I think it's telling (on so many levels I could write an essay). You can literally translate the phrase of course, but nobody ever says it. The feeling exists, it surely happens for individuals and in social relations - yet, nobody have bothered to forge a useful phrase in my mother tongue 😳 All the best Sir!
Thanks for another great video. Good theme as not to take things for granted. Make every day count!
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Another thoughtful video Murray, and although living here in the " Highlands " of Norfolk, one I can concur with and appreciate. We used to stay with a couple in Stronmilchan, Nr Dalmally. Maud and Alan Gray. Alan was a shepherd with a croft who held the keys and fishing to Kilchurn Castle on Loch Awe. Sadly, both no longer with us, but Alan never failed to take his life and surroundings for granted, although he failed to understand why anyone would want to climb a mountain - - -, something he had to do to gather his sheep. Each to their own I guess. Thank you for reminding us all of the views. Having climbed the " Buachaille " twice, it's nice to be able see what we missed, having summited twice in low cloud and rain and no view. Never mind, one day - - -
I suppose if it is your job , it may not sound so appealing!!lol what alovely area they lived in though - jealous !
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Another enjoyable video, Murray, and an important message. I'm watching this five days after spinal surgery, so for the next five weeks I look forward to not taking being active for granted! That said, may I ask what walking poles you use, as I'd like to buy some. As you enjoyed Thomas Heaton's video, if you haven't seen Nigel Danson's month on Luskentyre beach series, that's worth a watch too!
So glad you remembered your gas this time buddy lol.
Another excellent video with stunning footage and some wise advice 😎
Fantastic message this week Murray. Lovely wee hill that one too. I did a winter camp on that in February. Brilliant as usual, ATVB Robert
A great video Murray just as they always are. Great words about appreciating things that we take for granted. Met a disabled athlete recently, who had been hit by a car and had their life changed in an instant. We can't control everything in our futures so we really need to live for each moment and enjoy it.
I set off out last week to do a very popular munro not too far from you last week, only to be afflicted with a reoccurring foot problem - spent the night sulking in my tent in a layby... I tried to put a positive spin on it and create a video but binned it once home. My point? You're right... One day it can all come to a halt... another reason for recalculating my life and reducing work hours... Keep doing what you love whilst you are able to Mr Murray... Its too short.. Out and about down the Borders tomorrow night now the foot has recovered... 😊 Thank you for sharing as always.. 🤜🤛
@@BoredManOutdoors so true about health and work hours.
100% Jim - hope the foot gets better soon sir
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You always manage to capture the immensity and the grandeur of nature and still more, you have also shown us the intimacy that comes from paying attention to our surroundings. That’s a special gift you have with these moments you offer. I feel my feet planted on that mountain, in awe of the countless stars. We a blessed by nature and thank you for reminding me of these gifts that surround us. Thank you, Murray, again and again!
Thank you for sharing another great video. I remember you had an injury a while back, always wondered how you got over it. Recently had issues with a knee too, making just a 5 minutes walk painful. I've always valued and rely on getting out, but this really did remind me how important my mobility is. Expecting the worse I thought a slow process of physio, scans and operations would be my only way to normality. Fortunately 2 sessions with a sports physio (and the homework that goes with it) and I am already feeling the benefits. Although expensive I would recommend to anyone with joint issues, it's amazing what they can do (more specialised and 2 months sooner than NHS physio). A weeks visit to Scotland has become one of the years highlights, unfortunately timing on the knee put an end to this years trip. But feeling fortunate that a few days/nights on Dartmoor was still possible as a shorter venture closer to home. Hopeful on a return to the hills in Scotland next year. All the best with your healing too👍
Another great video, be heading up tomorrow for a week on the Ardnumurchan peninsula. This has just wet my appetite after a difficult year. Be great to get away from it for a while and recharge the batteries. Thanks for the inspiration Murray.
Another great video Murray.
Wow what a fantastic place.
The view's were amazing.
Like you Glencoe is on of my favourite places.
As you know i was there last month climbing Meall a 'Bhuiridh.
Catch you on the next one mate.
Aye Murray, I always remind myself when I'm out in the countryside or the hills , walking or cycling, how lucky I am to still be fit enough ( at 57) to do these things . Though age does bring the occasional sore knee etc, more often than it used to ..
I think we are in the same boat , unfortunately old age come to us all with its aches and pains !!lol
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Fantastic, love Glencoe.
Very true. I have wandered the Scottish hills since I was a teenager, but during lockdown I began to find myself feeling very unfit. I became barely able to walk up the road to my house, puffing and panting. I thought maybe it was long covid, and initial tests picked up nothing. Eventually, more severe symptoms took me back to the doctor and it turns out I have coronary heart disease. I'm in my mid fifties and always thought I had many more years in the hills to look forward to. Just goes to show, you never know what the future holds so enjoy every moment. As my late mother used to say- 'Ye're a lang time deid!'.
Murray, I am lucky enough to have watched this video in 4k on a recent MacBook screen. Its done your work a great deal of justice, some of the views and Autumn colours have come through as though I was there, just absolutely stunning , thank you so much for bringing this to the world, and me.
Brilliant again, the sun catching the clouds across from your camp was beautiful 😊😊😊 .
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Smashing video Murray and very on point. It takes me 12 hours to get to the mountains but it's worth the journey. Just had 9 days and the weather didn't disappoint. I will keep coming up until I can't then I will move home permanently and spend my last days wandering those beautiful hills.
its a wonderful place and I count myself lucky to stay under two hours away for sure .... 9 hours is a long drive for sure :)
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Great video Murray. I totally agree about not taking things for granted. I now live in Lancashire and much closer to Scotland than Kent where I used to live. You should publish a calendar with some of your pictures!
I hyperextended my knee a few weeks back. I know your frustration, and thanks for another great video. Nice autumn colors and pics of the Milky Way too. 😊
I thought the “snoring” noise was perhaps either Jerry or Ray camping nearby.
That was brilliant Murray. Yeah Glencoe will always be a very special place for me ever since trecking through on the way when i was a teenager to hitting the munros now. Thanks again mate really appreciate it.
Hi Murray,
We are so lucky living near to the mountains. I can be in the south Lakes in an hour and 15 mins and my local hills in the Forest of Bowland in 40 minutes and feel blessed for that. But like you not for once do I take it for granted. I know there are people who live in the town and cities miles from a hill who would give everything to be in my position.
Another cracking camp spot, shame you didn’t get the inversion but it was still a beautiful morning. I hope those roaring stags didn’t keep you awake! 🤣
All the best
Older you get you have to milk every moment your given and those views are absolutely stunning. Completely agree about not taking things for granted, especially your health, it's been a year personally of health problems and hospitals but there are so many far worse off than myself, at 60 I'm aware it's going to hurt and maybe more of a struggle but that's life and you have to keep trying and going.
Hope you recover ok and get out and about David
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@@ScotlandsMountains Thanks Murray...still pushing myself inspite of everything and been out today walking round the countryside just over 19k which is uplifting and made me feel good however tough.
Fantastic video and views incredible, Scotland is such a beautiful country, thanks for sharing this video
I love the stags bellowing in the background, Murray! Lol ;-) I would have been taking wildlife shots of the stags - a vital part of the year for them during the rut.! Excellent film, as always. Cheers! PS - not sure about the Speyside firewater - I prefer the West Coast peaty singles.
Excellant stuff Murray, always great to tag along on your journeys into the bonny mountains of Scotland. Shame about the knee but unfortunately these things do creep up on us as we move into our seasoned years.
Waxing nostalgic…or, is it the Glenmorangie talking? It is true what you say, Murray; we all need to appreciate life as it’s happening, not assume it’s always going to be there. Thanks for the reflection. Cheers, and ATB
Great video, Murray. As always, the scenery was spectacular. Your thoughts about not taking anything for granted is so true. I just finished reading The Living Mountain by Nan Shepherd and while I have never climbed a mountain in Scotland, I thought of some of what she wrote about is what you experience when you are on the mountains. I drove through Glencoe in August and it always takes my breath away. Safe travels. 🥰🥰