drip drip drip

rain is the predominant type of weather here in Scotland. it follows you around wherever you go, even if the day starts off being extremely bright and inviting. these little raindrops make the Scots who they are; the weather is part of their culture. the saying that you can experience all four seasons in one day when living in Scotland is not just one of those silly stereotypes, it's actually very true. you can get sunshine, snow, hail, and rain all in the spain of a few hours. maybe that is what makes the Scots so passive aggressive. when it is nice and sunny outside you hear them moaning about how hot it is and that they need to go to the pub to have a seat and cool down. similar behaviour is to be seen and expected when the weather is the average Scottish dull grey and/or rainy, people say that the weather is shite and they need a drink therefor ultimately end up going to the pub. some strong oaky whiskey or a nice pint of ale seems to be the answer for everything here. this combination makes the people here who they are, for better or for worse. hell, i've had some of the most fascinating conversations at the pub and met some of the best, weirdest and craziest people. some of these have become really good friends of mine and for that i am very grateful. the Scots have learned to become very neutral and adjust to their surroundings by always replying 'not much' to the question 'what have you been up to?' and 'not bad' to 'how are you doing?' these answers are neither here nor there. they are used in order to avoid further conversation or questioning from the other party, or even worse, emotions like shock, amazement or surprise. these people live on peacefully, well, most of the time, in their own little bubble of an island. they keep the balance knowing that it is the only way they can keep on going for a very long time. i love Scotland and its people! 

"I would hate to die with a heart attack and have a good liver, kidneys and brains. When I die, I want everything to be knackered." - Hamish Imlach