I Tried Tiny Scottish Island Life For 7 Days

[@ruthaisling]

The 70-minute uncut version of this video, is available to watch over on my Patreon page: www.patreon.com/RuthAisling Over on Patreon I will be sharing bonus videos, live streams and Q&A sessions. You’ll also gain access to my regularly updated Scotland Google Map which includes 200+ pins of places I’ve personally visited and recommend in Scotland. Plus, you’ll get sneak peeks into future projects (I usually film videos around 4-6 weeks before they are published on KZbin) and behind-the-scenes photos and video clips! I hope you enjoy this video today and let me know if you could survive a week living on a tiny Scottish island!

[@RDPproject]

Hi Ruth. Can you give me the details of that Laptop stand please? I need one and the ones ive seen so far seem weak. Yours looks sturdy. Thank you. Rob.

[@alzyerpal-TV]

If you're putting out a directors cut you should probably call it 'Never Mind The Bullocks'. Or something suitably cow-tastic. 😄

[@ruthaisling]

@@alzyerpal-TV😂😂

[@ruthaisling]

@@RDPprojecthi Rob I bought it on Amazon but a long time ago and don’t have the link anymore. If you have a browse on there you might find it or something similar.

[@RDPproject]

@@ruthaisling Thank you so much for replying. A lot of youtubers never get back to questions in the comments section. Anyway....Let the hunt begin😄Ive already started looking. But im more of an eBayer than amazoner.... So i'll hop over to Az and have a scout. Once again...Thx mate.

[@nigelhudson1948]

A trick that I was taught when I worked on a farm as a teenager - always carry a stick when near cows. They think twice about charging you if you just wave the stick at them. It is useful to use a walking stick anyway beacause it can stop you falling over on slippy surfaces.

[@andrewmaccallum2367]

100% 👍

[@ruthaisling]

Good tip thanks!

[@john-hl5tq]

@@ruthaisling If you forget to bring a stick, you could take your red jacket off and wave it in front of you, matador style and shout Ole as you sidestep the stupid thing.

[@kathybradbury]

( you don’t have to say Ole’)

[@twotriumphs7398]

@@kathybradbury 🤣

[@CynthiaS-y9c]

38 people in the whole island? sounds like heaven! count me in!!

[@serenepil]

Hi I just want to say your videos are like a window to the world for me who can't go out and explore the landscape by myself. I feel so comforted and grateful to be able to witness your experiences and feel like I'm right there with you. Your attention to detail really shine through in every video, making it an absolute pleasure to watch. Thank you for bringing the joy of exploration and adventure into my life. Keep doing what you're doing, you're beautiful and amazing

[@ruthaisling]

I really appreciate your lovely comments, thank you 🙏

[@ResinAlchemist2024]

Sending you sincere hugs 🤗🤟🏼🫶🏻. I watched for the same reason well. Travel is much more difficult and more expensive nowadays.

[@pammcniell3014]

My sentiments exactly!

[@LaughSewCreate]

I kept thinking exactly the same. How wonderful that we can travel from our home and really feel like we are there exploring-minus the wind of course! Thank you for sharing these beautiful places that we may never visit.

[@peggyboehnlein8755]

Yes, she is a joy!!! 🎉😊

[@BaronVonBattenberg]

You're a true ambassador of Scotland. Your love for the country is genuine. Love❤

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you so much 😊 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@kalebarancelovic]

I'm from Australia and she has made me realise that there's more to Scotland than Glasgow and Edinburgh. The Isle of Muck is a hidden gem!

[@gaycha6589]

A week there? Yes please. Hike every day. Cook every afternoon. Chill and read every night.

[@cooksmary]

As soon as I saw your cozy home for the week I said to myself, Self, I want to live there forever.

[@ruthaisling]

I don’t blame you!!

[@SandraTomey]

What a wonderful retreat to spend your life in. Amazing place.

[@trimbaker1893]

Yes, I live alone in a cabin on a mountain in the western edge of North Carolina In the United States. I see folks when I go in to the town for supplies, but I would enjoy that island, as I have enjoyed living on an island before. Up in Alaska. You are such a nice person to listen to and to share the adventures you go on . Thank you for that and your kind smiles as you travel. Smiling, George.

[@nickholland3019]

Love your videos. As a Scotsman who's lived abroad since 1979 it's great to see my homeland through your eyes. The only downside is you increase my homesickness terribly. Keep up the good work. 😀

[@ruthaisling]

Oh no, glad you get to see Scotland through my videos though! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@sandradee1579]

Have you ever returned for a visit since you left in '79?

[@newbleppmore7855]

I've been abroad since 1788 down here in Australia

[@scottie2636]

I left in 1961.

[@SparkleKitty17]

As an introvert, you could give me that cottage any day and I would be in heaven! What a beautiful island, I can't wait to visit Scotland! Also, I love your sunglasses, they're super cute.

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you!!

[@HighlandMike325]

Hope you enjoy your visit.

[@janiedillingham3190]

Totally agree!

[@TerryMcGearyScotland]

Snap! ('em except I'm already in Scotland..)

[@traceyschuster7067]

That cottage is adorable! I would not be intimidated at all to stay there. So very peaceful. I hope you had a special, wonderful time!

[@ruthaisling]

I did! I’m so pleased I went there ❤️

[@lorimaloney6186]

The cow was just protecting its baby I love all your videos!

[@ruthaisling]

I know, but it freaked me out!!

[@harley8680]

@@ruthaisling I worried about that, Same thing as a giant dog coming.

[@katpat8197]

I think it tried to give you a warning...just to scare you. 😬 As soon as you screamed "No", it quickly backed off.

[@andrewmaccallum2367]

If a cow is with young, stay away from the dung.. True 👍

[@stevec-b6214]

@@andrewmaccallum2367 if a cow is with young cover yourself in dung (they think you are family;)

[@cacique260]

Your videos helped me to relax , I suffered from a bad anxiety, and for reasons that I don't know, your video really helped me to calm and focus . Love your content so much!!

[@edwardparkhurst9804]

Ruth your channel is so adorable when you post a episode. Thanks so much for sharing your story with us that watch your channel. Quite frankly it's impressive.

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks so much Edward!

[@edwardparkhurst9804]

@@ruthaisling your quite welcome ma'am

[@ChrisMorin-qc8ml]

Loved the video! But, I would bash my head in that bed!

[@dianehand1396]

Thank you for taking us with you❤

[@ruthaisling]

My pleasure 😊

[@buffplums]

11:07 Ruth, the reason why we have separate taps in the U.K. is mostly now tradition and we we are now shifting towards mixer taps finally. When I was a boy in the 70s we had a header tank usually either in the loft our above the hot water cylinder to give added pressure to the water as the hot tank was often upstairs in the property, without it, the hot water would trickle out very slowly because the cold water refill pipe would feed the tank very slowly. With header tanks, they were usually open and would have maybe a sheet of wood on top to keep out any birds or other undesirables that got into the loft. We were always told not to drink the water out of the hot tap as you might even end with the odd spider that had dropped in… yeuch… and so this is the main reason why we had 2 separate taps, one for drinking, the other for washing. With modern boilers, we use pumps to boost the water pressure and as they are sealed, the tanks give clean safe drinkable water (if you like drinking hot water from a tap 😵‍💫🥴)… Sorry about the long explanation… my ADHD affords me the ability to not be concise and to the point … lol 😂 By the way, I love this video and look forward to following your journeys … safe journeys xxx

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you for the info!

[@NIckyFromDunedin]

we had an Aussie plumber up in our roof, he said he had never seen a top tank till he moved to NZ, first thing we did in our new old house was upgrade the hot water pressure lucky we dont get enough frost to bother top tanks here but some places down south do in the winter at least now we can run the hot tap in he kitchen without burning the person in the shower also i worked in hardwear stores in NZ for 20 years and i sold a lot of those shower thingies, popular for old people and the very young, i have no idea what they are called

[@SamuelBlack84]

As a boy in the UK I once ran the tap and a worm came out bleurgh!

[@prarieborn6458]

mixer taps are a nightmare. I live in the rural US and our house built 50yrs ago. with mixer taps. When we had to repace the water pump for our well, sediment got sucked into the pipes and clogged the mixer taps, which are imbedded inside the wall in the bathrooms and kitchen. , I mean the mixer part of the fixtures, To unclog them if it is even possible, it requires tearing out the tile in the bath, and cutting a hole in the wall. In the meantime, there is low water pressure and the hot water is barely warm.. i envy those separate taps. I grew up in old houses with separate taps.Thankfully ony one bathroom is affected. and we can have to share the shower.

[@buffplums]

@@SamuelBlack84 I know and I have heard also of big hairy spiders too 😂

[@ratics29x]

i’m proud of a young lady like you doing this stuff. God Bless you.

[@davidberesford7009]

I have just finished enjoying this vid. I am an old man now, and travel is a thing of the past. 40 years ago my wife and i, with our toddler son, went to stay with a friend and his dad in Bagh Mor Grimsay in the Outer Hebrides. Which was interesting and memorable!

[@ruthaisling]

I’m glad you enjoyed it and it brought back some memories for you!

[@susans7091]

My Grandmother was Scottish (McIntosh) and this sounds so delightful! I didn't know about so many tiny islands. I love traveling alone and yes to staying in a tiny island in an adorable cottage for a week! I wonder if the cow was saying 'stay away from my baby?'

[@ruthaisling]

Perhaps, you're right! There are really many lovely tiny islands in Scotland! 😍

[@Mo_goes_miles]

We have lots of islands & another one similar to this is Egilsay in Orkney with only 26 residents.

[@carolranes91]

Curry looks delicious. I have lived alone since 1976 and I love it. I would love the cottage except for having to carry all the food for the week!

[@ClaireCelticMystic]

I shared your dream of staying on a Scottish Isle, so I visited Callanish, AKA Calanais in Scottish Gaelic, and I found a rental and moved here (from Maui, Hawaii, stolen kingdom=USA). I can answer your question; yes, I can easily stay for a week on an isle, alone. I was very excited to experience my first ever full Scottish Winter! Much like a Full Scottish breakfast! It was very delicious, and full of flavors, as I stocked up with boxes of meats + treats + organic sourdough + buns + biscuits, from an amazing company that sells all-pastured, regenerative farm foods, Piper's Farm, England, UK, and my cupboards were full of all the exact same things you showed in this video. I enjoyed every dark day, the strong winds, the loud storms, and the walks in the rain, and a week of snow, that stayed on the ground, which I was told was rare! I love snow. I have an Assistance Dog, so she and I had the best long Scottish Winter here, as I did a lot of crafting, sewing, writing, reading, and knitting, cooking, tidying, cleaning, and smiling, in a remote village on the very very very beautiful Isle of Lewis. I take the bus 45 minutes to Stornoway and have taken 2 trips to the Mainland Scotland in March 2024, to enjoy finding treasures at many Charity shops across the Highlands. I do have a car, but my HI DL expired, so I am sorting getting my UKDL now, wow, it is a new world! Thank you for sharing your journey and discoveries here. Aloha, Claire

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you so much for sharing about your experience too Claire! It sounds amazing! 😍

[@ClaireCelticMystic]

@@ruthaisling Nice to meet you here. If you ever come to Miavaig, Uig, Isle of Lewis, please feel free to stop by Langabhat Annexe. Have a cuppa tea with me.

[@gdparry2727]

Those splitter hose things for the hot/cold water are still fresh in my memory... could never get the balance right.

[@ruthaisling]

Never 🙄

[@simonboulton4490]

I live alone all the time so I would be quite happy staying in a cottage like that.

[@joshmartin1938]

Yep I'm a subscriber- your vids are sleek, informative, no loud blaring music and just darn right fun to watch. Scot is on my bucket list. Hello from St. Louis, MO USA. Stay safe and keep on traveling. Cheers......

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks for subscribing in St. Louis!! Glad you’re enjoying the videos.

[@maxwellfan55]

Ruth, I'm old now, but still play the pipes. Muck, which I noted as a speck on a classroom map of Scotland, is the little island I yearned to go as a little boy in primary school. I'm glad you did this trip, thus providing an insight for me and others. I have however, travelled the Mallaig - Skye ferry some years ago. What an adventure, too long to tell here. But your sea crossing kindled precious memories of me and my beloved companion and friend, my dog named Pip, then a wee puppy. Pip has gone, but the trip was magical and will stay with me forever.... I stowed her safely inside my duffle coat during the crossing as it was mid - winter! She could not have been better company throughout. Good luck on your further travels, dear lassie, I made similar journeys around Europe when I was a young man. Keep us informed and always believe in yourself.

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you so much for sharing your memories and keep on playing those pipes!!

[@maxwellfan55]

@@ruthaisling Thank you Ruth. You too are accumulating many memories, wonderful that you are sharing them among so many and inspiring others. Yes, I will keep playing the pipes, it's the instrument I will take on my next journey.

[@alzyerpal-TV]

Old school 1970's rubber tap attachments, awesome. I'm old enough to remember being bathed in the kitchen sink under a set of those. My mother swore by them, whereas my brother and me would simply swear. Life in 1970's Paisley was indeed quaint but its good to see the islands are finally catching up ! 😄

[@ruthaisling]

Haha they certainly are 🚿

[@davidperrott5743]

Things we learn about Ruth: The woolly hat is not actually permanently attached. She's never come across a gas oven.

[@ruthaisling]

Hahaha 😂😂

[@vivellasmum]

I was actually thinking 'Ruth still has her hat on?' 😆

[@BRMIV]

…was thinking the same thing!

[@numanuma20]

I’ve never seen a gas oven in the US.

[@BRMIV]

@@numanuma20 They are out there: my wife and I both grew up with gas ovens in different regions of the U.S.

[@robertdrinkall8947]

Ruth, For the midges apply Avon "Skin so Soft" they don't like it & will leave you alone. We found out from Forest workers up there , it's the best.

[@ruthaisling]

Yes, I’ve heard of that. Thanks for the tip!!

[@ryudokuroma8184]

Scotland and Japan are similar as mysterious rocky island countries, although they are directly opposite each other. On the other hand, although the food culture is different with the staple food being wheat and rice, I can relate to the beauty of nature.

[@HighlandMike325]

I see Eigg and Rum every day, it is so weird to see them from another angle. Especially Eigg, it's like looking at Eigg through a mirror 😊

[@ruthaisling]

Such a wonderful view 😍

[@Trevlead]

In my part of Canada (southwest Ontario) hot and cold taps were separated(like the U.K.), and houses did not have showers, but in the last 70 years homes have had combined hot and cold water in one tap, and showering has now become the norm. 😊

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks for the info!

[@michaelhoran407]

You brought a huge amount of food with you to Isle of Muck, which is good idea in case prolonged bad weather shuts down the boat service.😊❤

[@donnamcardle8928]

I would be too lonely, need my buds with me, and dogs

[@donnamcardle8928]

Love your giggles! Lol

[@ruthaisling]

Good point actually! Lots of it was long life so I could bring it back with me!

[@MurraydeLues]

One technique I use to re ground myself is sit on a beach with surf rolling in. Make a note of when you sit down, then turn off all tech. Just concentrate on the breaking waves. Get in tune with them. At some point you will come back to reality. Be amazed how long you have spent. Could easy be a couple of hours. Looks a fabulous place to visit. Being by yourself has its advantages but sometimes it is nice to share the days adventures with someone.

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks for sharing!

[@markrenfrow9873]

Hey Ruth, a week of near isolation, and wind. Very nice video. Back in '06 I took a 30 day solo trip to Alaska, and though I did speak to folks at gas stops at the least, it was the most time I'd spent alone in my lifetime. It wasn't so bad, I get along well with myself.

[@TerryMcGearyScotland]

I empathise with that feeling too. As a child I always thought I would be a lighthouse keeper or a Clark Kent type newspaper reporter 🙂 Pandemic isolation was fine by me.

[@ruthaisling]

Glad you liked the video! That sounds like a nice trip you had too!

[@todorivanov5680]

Its amazing how little things make life feel like a dream ... less we have, happier we are

[@Fiona_Chasing_Light]

I could definitely spend a week on that lovely island, in that cosy cottage. The cow that comes for you whilst out walking would probably terrify me! The food you enjoyed in the tea room and at the pizza night looked delicious. I get so inspired watching you with your adventurous spirit - I make sure to keep having my own gentle adventures in my own country (Australia). You're such a lovely host, and it is such a pleasure to be shown Scotland through your eyes.

[@Lightandlovetoyou]

You’re such a kind and grateful soul ! I traded up when you said goodbye to the wee cottage and when you thanked the isle of Muck for having you for the week . GOD bless you

[@ruthaisling]

Muck was good to me!!

[@martymartin2894]

I'd say u meant teared up, that stupid autocorrect does that to me alot also. I read everything now before I post.

[@mossygreenlog]

How do you not have 10 million subscribers?!? Glad to be one of the lucky ones that is! I could stay on that island at least a month.

[@ruthaisling]

That’s so kind of you, thank you! It is a lovely place to chill out for a while! ❤️

[@numanuma20]

I love your positivity in this video. You are a hidden gem in the KZbin world and people need to know about you.

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you so much for your kind words!

[@stevearmstrong4561]

You enjoy what you do. This is worth all the money in the world.❤

[@clivebuckland6902]

Amazing vlog again Ruth. I’m a complete Southerner. I personally never knew these islands existed. You certainly have to be organised having to take your own food. What a lovely cottage a beautiful escape with modern amenities. The mixer shower hose that attaches to the taps takes me back to my childhood never could get the temperature right. The island looked beautiful in the good weather. I think I could stay but I can relate to the loneliness you felt at one point. Loved the tea room , the food looked absolutely lush. Your filming is wonderful , you capture everything so well and your drone footage is amazing . I can only admire your work and how you edit and put together your vlogs, so professional. Well Done Ruth Thoroughly enjoyable vlog. Thank You

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you for such lovely comments, I really appreciate them.

[@terrywoodcock8468]

I worked on Rum and stayed there for weeks, when I was there one family left the island and that cut the amount of pupils at the school by half. I will never forget my stay there, it was an amazing part of my life.

[@stevec-b6214]

That was grand! Here is a wee tip - A stick can be a life saver - I carry a thumb stick long enough to use as a crutch if I twist my ankle. Good for stream crossing, muddy slopes, steep hills, good for loose animals / dogs also. just whack the ground with the stick and they back off.

[@ruthaisling]

Good tip thanks 🙏

[@pinupdoll97]

I could live there permanently! This is exactly the lifestyle I love most!❤

[@PeterHedditch]

I think I'm still staggered at the game-changing quality of the aerial video which is now possible, thanks to the automated drone Ruth mentioned in another video. Not just its compact size, but its controller-free programming, enables the filming of documentary-like sequences. I'm particularly impressed by the distance shots. To think that 20 years ago that would have taken a prohibitively expensive helicopter, and even 10 years ago a large cumbersome drone which you had to stay in controller range of. I wish I had had such a device when I explored the other-worldly landscapes of north-west Scotland around Durness, Tongue, and Kinlochbervie in 2013. Keep it up!

[@DrBLReid]

I wonder what is the currie your eating for breakfast. Doesn't look like fried eggs, bacon, grits, country ham, biscuits, redeye gravy & blueberry jam!

[@ruthaisling]

Glad you're enjoying the aerial footage in the videos. It's definitely a game-changer!

[@okeesmokee6658]

@PeterHedditch - thank you for posting this - I was going to ask if Ruth does her own drone shots - I guess she uses this new technology. The views of Muck were spectacular and added quite a bit to this documentary. Very well done.

[@julialuminasalsa]

Just found your videos and you have such a lovely vibe, I love you attitude to life! :)

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you so much! I'm glad you're enjoying the videos!

[@julialuminasalsa]

@ :)

[@daviddb4858]

From your videos Scotland looks beautiful. I love remote maritime places. Add to that the history, and the remnants of buildings and structures from bygone times. Nice video.

[@ruthaisling]

Glad you like the videos, thanks so much for watching!

[@2009Portugale]

I could easily spend a week in this cottage. I usually travel alone. Last year I spent six weeks alone in Ireland with my tent on top of my car, it was a fantastic trip. Thank you Ruth, for the beautiful and interesting video.

[@martymartin2894]

Where in Ireland did you visit may I ask.

[@ruthaisling]

That sounds great!

[@2009Portugale]

@@martymartin2894 The south of Ireland, from Waterford to Dingle and back.

[@acegard7801]

I read that the split spigots was due to only cold water being potable, so you needed to keep them separate.

[@danmccarty394]

Yes, I have seen videos on the the split hot and cold water supply. In the past, the hot water might not be potable since the hot water tank was more of a "bucket" and stuff/animals/insects/etc could fall into the water.

[@christophermorgan9344]

Hi Ruth. I’ve recently discovered your channel and have been thoroughly enjoying your videos. I find them very relaxing and interesting. Whilst I’m not as young and active as you, your videos are inspiring my next trip up to beautiful Scotland with my caravan. I think you are truly special. I admire your intelligence and self confidence. Please don’t ever change. Looking forward to watching other informative and inspiring videos from you.

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you so much!

[@euanmckerrell507]

Wow Ruth, really interesting video. I left Scotland 28 years ago for the warmer weather of San Diego, California and it is really nice of you to take me back to the auld homeland. I thought I knew Scotland, but it seems that I might have stayed in Scotland but I never really seen Scotland, your video's take me to the places I would never dream of going too, though on my next visit home Cambeltown will be high on the list. Thanks Ruth.

[@ruthaisling]

Sounds a great plan! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@TMGold60]

Another great video - just a word of advice regarding Cows & sheep in the spring, both are very good, protective mums and will charge you, can cause harm especially cows, bear that in mind. You inspire me so much as a woman doing what you love, out in nature and the wild and always with a smile on your face. God Bless & thanks for sharing your way of life.

[@paulharter2343]

Rum is an amazing island, please go, you won't be disappointed.

[@ruthaisling]

I need to go there!

[@RonBryson-i2k]

That looked great. So wild. Never been to any of these 3 islands. What a lovely cottage. The answer to your question could you stay in a cottage for a week.? Yes I would and did so last May to celebrate my 70th birthday. We stayed in Kinloch Moidart estate in Ardermurchan. The cottage you stayed in brought back the memories as it was similar. Loved the footage so rugged and scenic. You certainly have some lovely meals looks very tasty. Love your adventures now got my wife watching your videos. Looking forward to watching more soon. A great watch.

[@johnbrown3951]

You get a different perspective on life when you are cut off from the mainland. I at least had my car on the Isle of Lewis & Harris so I was able to explore a bit but it is a much bigger piece of land. It can be difficult when you have no one to speak to on an island. when I first moved there I could go all weekend without talking to anyone but I soon made friends and island life improved as in the main most people are very friendly. My boss in Glasgow was always surprised why I always spoke about the weather when he phoned me but you are very dependent on the weather for travelling whether by sea or air and whether newspapers and or fresh food and groceries were going to make it across the sea. Cows can become a little unpredictable when they have calves at foot so it is always advisable to give them a wide berth but at least they don't bite. I have not been to those islands but they have a certain appeal and I could hunker down with some good books quite happily. If you like to read the author Peter May has a trilogy set on the Isle of Lewis that I highly recommend.

[@fkb9490]

It’s nice to see you for a few seconds without the wooly hat on 👍🏼

[@victordebs4357]

Your presentations are fantastic Ruth. Keep filming and going where you want, we all love it.

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you, I will!

[@alisonmurray4002]

Thank you so much for sharing. I knew nothing of Muck and it was fabulous to watch you explore this beautiful island.

[@ruthaisling]

Glad you enjoyed it! It’s beautiful 😍

[@asacraig9876]

I've just got back from a week on a small inner Hebrides island which was pure paradise! Think I might try out Muck next time! Very cool video by the way!

[@ruthaisling]

Wow! Sounds like you had an amazing time, which island did you visit? You'll need to plan a trip to Muck!

[@Murman22]

That cottage was way nicer than I thought it would be. Having your Starlink would make it so you would not feel cut off from the world. To answer the question. I could stay there easily. Once again, it's a great video. Thank you, Ruth.

[@ruthaisling]

It was nice having the internet!

[@1954crc]

Another pleasant and extremely relaxing video. I need to travel more in that part of the world.

[@ruthaisling]

Yes I highly recommend experiencing Island life. Thank you for your support!

[@kayaker9912]

Wonderful video! I live on an island on the Maine coast (US) and take a trip for the day each summer to an island called, Monhegan, which is about 12 miles out to sea. They have about 60-70 residents and I would love to spend Sept-April out there to see how life is on an island so far away. I would love to visit Muck, spending hours just exploring and taking photos. Loved the cow, she probably felt you were going to get too close to the babies, silly cow. They also have a shop there called "Winterworks" that has craft items from the residents on the island. I hope you didn't have too many groceries to take back with you. Thank you for taking us along on this trip.

[@ruthaisling]

That sounds lovely and would be nice to experience winter out there in the off-season! I had about 3/4 of a bag of food left over!

[@pamdooner9922]

Eigg with its cloud on reminded me of Cape Town and its Table Mountain with its tablecloth. Lovely!

[@ruthaisling]

Love that! Thanks 🙏

[@niyanlan8928]

Always look forward to a new video. Great presentation and fantastic production values. Just wanted to be the 1st to comment😀

[@ruthaisling]

Really appreciate it, thank you! ❤️

[@niyanlan8928]

@@ruthaisling can I ask if this is your full-time job? It must take a long time to make each video.

[@ruthaisling]

Yes it does take a lot of time to make each video. KZbin is my main focus at the moment.

[@niyanlan8928]

@@ruthaisling many thanks, take care,

[@StMyles]

Thanks! It was an interesting presentation. A paid tip for a sturdy duffle bag to pact extras, or a sturdy walking staff (great for smacking the ground to warn or scare off cow and dogs that act threatening).

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you so much, that is very kind of you and a duffle bag would be a very good idea. ❤️

[@paulharvey9149]

WOW, Ruth! What a beautiful video - thanks ever so much for inviting us along! I've never made it to the Small Isles as yet, and while there is still time, I've a nasty feeling that poor mobility would now be an issue... I used to travel alone quite a lot and had Colonsay Backpackers to myself the first time I went there, around 15 years ago. I returned with a large party of friends some years later, as it always gives immense pleasure to share these things with others. They can be pretty windy places - but its all part of the fun, isn't it? Very well done!

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you for watching!!

[@nonamehere2000]

What an interesting video. I appreciate both the efforts to get good footage & hearing your thoughts and impressions. The island looks wild & beautiful.

[@ruthaisling]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you 🙏

[@Daniel76114]

Thanks for the insight, into places most people will never be able to travel to. Great job. Thanks Miss Ruth.

[@ruthaisling]

I’m so glad to be able to show these beautiful places!

[@ClaireWood-k8z]

I could definitely spend a week there - peace, quiet and away from the rat race. Some stunning filming, thank you for sharing ❤

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you so much for watching Claire!

[@民草1]

Ruth いつも大好きなスコットランドの風景や、ウイスキーなどの食べ物の案内をありがとう。 夫婦とも70歳ですが車椅子生活で、夢は自宅で小さなウイスキーを作る事です。 　個人で飲むだけてますので密造に該当しないと思ったのですが、もう年老いてしまいました。 Ruthの映像で、夫婦で一緒に行った気分になっています。 これからも映像楽しみにしています。 いつまでも、お身体を大切にして下さい。

[@ruthaisling]

コメントありがとうございます。ビデオを通して旅行気分を味わっていただけてとても嬉しいです。日本からのご視聴ありがとうございました。

[@小川昇-k4m]

How many days does it take to visit the Scottish islands？However, I would like to go there, and in honor of Ruth-san adventurous spirit, i will pay a small amount for the meal. スコットランドの島々を訪れたら何日かかるんだろう？でも行ってみたい、ルースさんの冒険心に敬意を表して少ないですが食事代に。

[@ruthaisling]

ありがとうございました！ スコットランドの島には好きなだけ滞在できる。 本をたくさん読んでください！

[@lesliewatts7537]

you are Scottish tourism number one............... thanks for such a professional video................ love them.

[@ruthaisling]

Wow, thank you! I really appreciate the comments.

[@Etse67]

Glad to see there is a man going to assist you with the meals ( Russell Hobbs) 😄 I'll be able to stay there forever, just need a small boat

[@ruthaisling]

Very helpful 😂

[@vivellasmum]

😆

[@nbo9092]

Thanks a million Ruth, You certainly make the out door lovers to fall in love with beautiful Scotland.

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks for watching the video! 😊

[@HighlandDiamond1]

What a cute cottage and a beautiful wee island, thank you for the laughs 😃

[@ruthaisling]

Glad you enjoyed it!! It was beautiful 😍

[@Scorpio45Libra]

I could absolutely live there. Would LOVE it!!! That cow felt her young was in danger and was probably the only reason she charged. Such a cozy lil cottage!

[@declanconway2903]

Great video again Ruth what a beautiful island.

[@ruthaisling]

It really is!

[@CuriousPotato-z1d]

I've heard that cows do get more agressive when they have calves to protect! Looks such a lovely place to stay, even if it's windy. I don't mind if it's lonely, as I find it hard to get away and get some peace and quiet. I live in East Anglia, which you might imagine is rural, but actually it's so busy.

[@ruthaisling]

That’s a good point, yes, I was probably walking a bit too close. Thank you for sharing! And Thanks for watching! 🙂

[@Kitkatbreak3]

I simply adore your videos. In fact, your channel is quickly becoming one of my favoritse. I'm moving to Ireland this fall... With a planned month in Scotland in January... I'm basing myself out of Dundee so I can drive around to all the lovely cities like Fife, Stirling, St. Andrews, Edinburgh, etc. but still have a comfy home base. Your videos -- and you as a person -- really inspire me as my time of adventure draws closer and closer! Thank you for sharing!

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you so much 😊 How exciting that you’re moving to Ireland!

[@shlby69m]

Those birds were gorgeous! Quails, maybe? Cozy, well-stocked cabin sounds nice.

[@DeniseIreland-i1q]

WOW Ruth! You are a great food shopper; all that food for ONLY 80.00!! Amazing! Your video is Soo interesting and fun! I will look into visiting beautiful Scotland!! God bless

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@johndoolittle100]

Yeah I was shocked! That amount of food in the states would have been double maybe triple the cost.

[@photographybylieven]

Once again I'm soooo thankful and grateful for discovering your channel and opening your land to the non Scottish people! As a hobbyist photographer, this has been an eye opener and not to mention my now new interest into learning and understanding your land, culture, people, and national drink. Thank you!

[@ruthaisling]

I'm really happy to hear that you feel so inspired by the videos, thank you for supporting. Scotland is a great place to photographer!

[@danward6987]

You visited Muck?! It's on my to-do list! I could possibly be moving to Rum. I'll let you know. Another enjoyable video and adventure. Thanks again Ruth! 😊

[@ruthaisling]

I need to visit Rum soon! Thank you 🙏

[@EricAdamsonMI]

Stateside, modern faucets tend to have a built-in mixing valve, so there's a single lever to adjust temperature, but a single spout. Fixtures like those in my older house (built in 1903), still mix the water into a single spout, but have separate knobs for hot & cold.

[@ruthaisling]

That's interesting, thanks for sharing!

[@gailsusanlindsay797]

We use to have separate taps all over the USA; but they changed the regulations to only using mixing taps on all new insulations years ago.

[@jackoneil3933]

Lovely destination and time Ruth San, I'd love to do an extended stay there, hope you can take us on some more Island adventures!

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you! Will do!

[@heatherinsf]

I would love to stay there! I once rented a tiny house on the Mendocino coast for a week. The drive up alone was the hardest part, some wild winding cliff edge roads in a rental car! I had a great time but had to plan something for every day. I did yoga outside on the deck and when it was calm one day I went to the beach and brought my watercolors. I collected seaweed and shells and driftwood and used them as models to paint using seawater, the salt made an interesting look once dried. I read a lot, brought a tiny speaker so I had music when I cooked and had a silly solo dance party one night.

[@rayg4360]

Staying alone, what I do all of the time !

[@williamclough6850]

Fab video Ruth and loved the length of it, time for you to tell your story. Learned lots, thank you. My own preparations for my move to Lewis are well under way, the logistics of it all is frazzling my brain but me and my cats will get there. I've been 16 years on my own so would, like you, have enjoyed those 7 days, sometimes it's good to share your experience though. That wind was brutal, I guess it scuppered your picnic plans on the hill top, not the same when you have to nail the sandwiches down. Good job Ruth!

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks William, really glad you enjoyed the video! I hope your move to Lewis goes well!

[@andoncroft]

I WISH they would build some wooden structure to give the cattle and wild life there some cover from the rain. If I was living there or visiting I would arrange to build a few strong sturdy wooden covers, large enough that 30 cows could rest under there from the rain.

[@ClaireCelticMystic]

Cows and all animals love a shelter, so thank you for your consideration!!!

[@thomasowen4361]

Thanks

[@ruthaisling]

Thank you, that is so kind 🙏

[@pureblood1966firehorse]

Good Lord Ruth, 1kg of Porridge, 6 Tins of Beans, Dozen Eggs and the all Important Whisky, Sorted.

[@vivellasmum]

😄

[@robertbrooks5490]

Scottish Island life for 7 days…again a most wonderful presentation.Your effervescent and lovely personality make viewing such an enormous pleasure.Thank you.

[@ruthaisling]

thank you so much 😊

[@andrewholland990]

Hi Ruth Two wee lassies on the top of the island, Ruth and Vanessa. In Scotland because of the remote nature the Ordnance Survey constructed many of the remote trig points with less concrete so they are called Vanessas the more robust version like you saw on The Merrick are called a Hotine after the designer by Brigadier Martin Hotine. Another wonderful Scottish video.

[@ruthaisling]

Oh that's so interesting, thanks for sharing that info!

[@arnohartgers6349]

Dear Ruth, I love to watch your video. They make me calm and I enjoy so much the nature from Scotland and her isles. Pure rough nature is very nice to enjoy. You are a very naturally woman and does not have a single arrogancy; the way I enjoy the best. A down to earth woman; please continue your yourneyś!

[@ruthaisling]

Many thanks!

[@THE-RIVER-RAT]

After that dog and now the cow Ruth, promise me you won't visit anywhere where they have Bears. 🐻🐻‍❄🐼🐨 Wow, what a beautiful place. You asked if anyone could live there for a week, well forget that, I want to live there forever I would move in straight away if I could. That shower brought back some great memories of my childhood because that's how we used to shower. Loved the line only bought small bottles of Whisky because I don't think I would have been able to drink a full bottle (ARE YOU SURE) You seemed surprised when you stepped in all that mud,. Ruth what's the name of the island again lol Also I spotted the the edit during your last meal when you grabbed the whisky, you were just about to down it from the bottle then suddenly jump cut and there's a glass on the table Hehehe Day one you weren't certain if you could last a week but you did it 👍👍 Another fantastic video, Ruth. Well done getting to the top of that bloody windy hill too. Silly question, however, is camping aloud ?

[@ruthaisling]

Haha thank you for watching! I’m surprised you notified that about the whisky at the end 😂😂 I think it is possible to camp but it’s probably best to check with the island first! Hopefully I won’t be meeting any bears any time soon!

[@THE-RIVER-RAT]

@@ruthaisling Thanks for the info Ruth.

[@BobbyLacey]

I thought that your hair looked beautiful after your nap at about 15:26 of the video. And I did really enjoy the video.

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks!

[@paulalanryder5397]

Ruth you can install mixer taps on your bath, sink and kitchen sink we're not all living in the past here in the UK 😊😊😊 and Please please be careful wild swimming in the sea talk to locals read the tide times and be very careful, I was a tall ships master for 20 odd years been at sea over half my working life on tall ships and believe me the sea may look nice but it can kill you in a moment . as you can gathe r i am not a fan of wild swimming it's done by innocents who do not understand the sea

[@oohkumar]

Good advice. The sea can snap you up in a flash.

[@DonnaDouglas-x3x]

I am of Scottish ancestry, Douglas clan,I live in the USA, thank you for showing me scotland!

[@ruthaisling]

Thanks for watching from the USA!

[@oblahdes]

I've seen muck, no muck to speak of here. Tis a beautiful island and you adorn it with delightful sight and sound expressions, even got hungry with that curry & naan. The cottage is absolutely inviting and I haven't made it halfway through the video without responding to this uplifting visual.

[@ruthaisling]

Glad you enjoyed it, thank you so much 😊