MABEL’S BLOG

MABEL’S BLOG

We love dogs and we are very happy to welcome friendly adult dogs and their owners.

Powdermills Bed and Breakfast in Inveraray is ideal for dogs. It has slate floors with rugs and direct access out into our secure 10-acre garden. We have established routes around the grounds that are perfect for an early morning or early evening walk with your dog.

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Keeping My Teeth

29 April 2025

I can’t stand white, but white walls, sheets, uniforms, and gowns in this ward surround me.  The pristine sparkle of this institution and the smell of cleanliness depress me, which seems the opposite of its purpose. The do-gooders, doctors and nurses, with concerned grins, prod, poke and analyse my every action.  They come to my […]

Poem of the Day

29 April 2025

Eurovision Time for Eurovision, it’s nearly springAnother year’s jamboree in TurinChintzy songs to show Europe’s unityCelebrate lifestyle and diversityViva la Diva, Viva Victoria, Aphrodite, Viva la Diva, Viva Victoria, Cleopatra. UK wears a crown of thorns for nil pts,Loss of popularity for Brexit hurtsGlobal Britain alone among old alliesScotland stranded by Boris and his liesIf […]

Soft versus Traditional Ice Cream?

29 April 2025

With the warm weather, it’s time to enjoy an ice cream cone. However, this caused controversy in this week’s edition of Sue and Johnny – Everything and Anything. Johnny waxed lyrical about his love of soft, Mr Whippy ice cream. Sue disagreed. So what do you think? Please take part in the poll on our […]

Literature Corner

29 April 2025

In our latest podcast, Sue and Johnny – Everything and Anything, Sue mentioned Richard Burton performing Dylan Thomas’s Under Milk Wood. It’s brilliant – enjoy!

How to Create a Writing Festival?

29 April 2025

I had to produce a project for my last year at UHI, and I opted to draft a plan for bringing an annual writing festival to Inveraray. I think it’s not a bad idea, and I would love to make it happen. So, I’m seeking like-minded people who want to meet and discuss the proposal. […]