Why I chose to leave everything behind and move to Scotland

Hello Everyone,
another week, another lovely beach! We are spoiled for choice here in Scotland and I am always amazed of the beauty that nature provides us.
Moving to Scotland was the best decision I have ever made and I am talking about my journey to follow my dream.
I also made it “lemon week” this week and created an eco friendly cleaner and baked plant based lemon shortbread.
I send you all my love.
#scotland #dream #blacksheep #followyourdream #beach #nature #moving #thescottishfairy #cottagecore #lemon #baking #eco #followyourpath

[@joantomlin1771]

I have been known as the black sheep of my family. When I was the most unhappy was when I was meeting their expectations . I’m so happy that I stumbled across your platform. I too am working on myself to be who I really am and want to be.

[@ConfusedMonarchButterfly-rj1dr]

Your videos are so beautiful. They are so inspiring and help to calm my soul. I am in a time of grief over the loss of my husband, and I find watching your videos helps me to move on in my journey. Thank you!

[@thescottishfairy5396]

Thank you for your kind comment. I am sorry to hear about your loss. This isn't an easy time for you at all and I am humbled to know that my videos help you in this time of difficulty. Sending you lots of love 🧚💜

[@jillychandler]

I am so sorry too to hear that you have lost your husband, Bless you on your way to healing, and he will always be with you in spirit. I too find joy in watching our You Tube people, as due to my sever anxiety, and living alone with my dog, I only go out of my house to walk my rescue greyhound Madge, or to take the rubbish to the end of the lane. I find I can loose myself in their world for a little while, like reading a book (which I also love to do) and they are so cleaver to make such wonderful videos for us to watch, like this one, it was so beautiful. xxx

[@trevorstevens6535]

What a. Gift finding a partner you feel at one with 😊🕊🌼

[@cragglesharvey2774]

My partner and I decided to visit Ayrshire Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 and we fell in love with the western Scottish coastline. A year later we bought a large apartment 12 miles from the coast. I love the beaches so much. If we get a dry day we’re on the beach. The pace of life is so much more laid back and simple with friendly people our hearts are here forever ❤❤

[@hereiam2942]

Where are you originally from?

[@cragglesharvey2774]

@@hereiam2942 we’re from Northamptonshire a small market town called Thrapston. We have always rented and there was never any possibility of buying anything in England but in Scotland especially the west property is very reasonable so we bought a fixer upper cash and now we don’t have to work full time. Any spare time is split between sorting the garden out or if it’s not raining spending the day visiting the beaches.

[@hereiam2942]

@@cragglesharvey2774 Ah. I'm from Ayrshire, and I live in good old MK! I've been here almost 15 years.

[@ninecatsmagee8384]

Love living in Scotland for the past 25 years. We're inland though and it's wondrous to see the sea.

[@gracens5548]

Thank you so much for sharing this ❤ I am a newly single Mother of two. I am currently back living in the city I grew up in, and after 6 months, I am just now embracing my current path and finding beauty in it. I moved from the beach and my dream there, and it broke my heart... until I realised I felt deeply grateful to have been there for two years. The time helped me grow and stretch in deeply emotional and spiritual ways, even as my marriage was breaking. It is a song in my soul, and it will continue to call to me & I will return 🩷🌟 Until then, I will embrace the magic of mountain life and visit the ocean often. Thank you again & take good care 🌟

[@trevorstevens6535]

It isn’t easy figuring out yout path in life*l look forward to finding that feeling🦋

[@lbailey5430]

Your story is so beautiful because you are being your authentic self and you are seemingly much happier now even being the black sheep. I hope you are proud of your changes. Your story no doubt will encourage others who may be hesitant to just go for it and make the necessary steps to be able to be their own person and not who others expect them to be. I have been enjoying your videos and thank you for your calm voice and wisdom. You are a beautiful soul……Lisa 💓🙏

[@thescottishfairy5396]

Hello Lisa and thank you very much for your lovely comment. It really is appreciated. I would be delighted if anyone would feel encouraged to follow their own path. It makes me happy that you enjoy my videos, have a lovely weekend 🧚🌸

[@CharlotteUnser]

Good Morning dear Scottish Fairy....another beautiful day. Yesterday was extra special for we had a magnificent rainbow. I am so anxious to be out in my little gardens and surrounded by nature. Yes, it is so healing. Thank you for the lovely videos. I look forward to each one.

[@thescottishfairy5396]

Hello Charlotte and thank you for taking time to write a comment. I am smiling about your kind words and would like to thank you! Have a lovely day 🧚

[@Anita-rq9ev]

Good evening 🖐. You are a good storyteller and I applaud you. You not only relocated once and I know from my parents that it's not easy. I'm glad you knew your path and made it happen. I guess there are more "black sheeps" around us 😅

[@robinaanstey3734]

Beautiful, peaceful and comforting. Cheers from the other side of the world, FL, USA. :)

[@colleenpeck6347]

I'm watching from Orlando, Florida.

[@SorayaZiziArtist]

Your move is our gain💕 another beautiful video. Thank you for this!😊

[@lyndagray5937]

Delightful video full of joy and good things, so comforting. Thank you for sharing your life and despite all the challenges life throws at us we have to embrace all the simple but good things that exist all around us. You highlight the good things so wonderfully. Your lemon shortbread looks delicious. I must try your recipe. ❤

[@thescottishfairy5396]

Thank you very much for your kind comment. I so enjoy creating the videos. Yes, please try the shortbread, it is very tasty. Have a lovely weekend 🧚

[@heavenlyflower_sl]

I'm a black sheep of the family, too, that's why I moved here to Scotland as well 😁. No, as in seriousness, I love living here in Scotland, and my backstory also encouraged me to answer this calling to move.

[@thescottishfairy5396]

That is so nice to hear! I am happy for you and we both chose the most beautiful country for sure 🧚

[@shirley1413]

My Grandmother was from Scotland,, I live in the USA, oh and yes I am the black sheep! Very lovely vlog❤

[@trevorlsheppard7906]

Lovely video,love seeing your walks on the seashore,the twirls you do are delightful,i find it relaxing to see you enjoying your walks, thanks for posting them ❤❤.

[@Idagramos]

Hello again from New York, USA. Those cookies look so yummy, wish I lived nearby, I'd have them with a good cup of tea, lol! Thank you so much for sharing. God bless you.

[@Idagramos]

❤

[@BelindaTN]

Beautiful and inspiring. So where did you grow up? I love hearing your stories.

[@thescottishfairy5396]

I was socialised in Germany and lived in France and the USA as well 🙂

[@majagoedegebuur9451]

thank you for this,story you tel the motivation how you find this way many greetings from the Netherlands.

[@SherryBaby1107]

I too would celebrate each day if I was living where my heart wanted to…your words struck me as I am not living my life as I wish and know deep inside that I should be my calling is not where I am but where I know I should be in the mountains…it is much harder when you are alone no family or friends so I must rely on a higher power which I know one day my dream too will place me where my heart desires 🧚

[@thescottishfairy5396]

Hello Sherry and thank you for your kind message. I do believe that your dream will come true. You "only" need yourself to believe in it. I would like to encourage you to still try to walk your path and it will happen. Sending you lots of warm regards 🧚

[@celticlassie]

I loved Scotland when I lived there. Still miss it.

[@CharlotteUnser]

Dear Scottish Fairy....weren't you born in Scotland....moved away and then came back?....You have such a distinctive Scottish accent. I had the wonderful opportunity to visit my long time pen friend in Fraserburgh Scotland many years ago and we toured most of the highlands, Isle of Skye, Edinburgh, Central Scotland and so many lovely small villages as well as the sea coast in North east Scotland. I also fell in love with the beauty of Scotland...the wild natural highlands, the coves, the lochs, the villages and the people. I was so impressed that I have written a collection of short fairy tales based in Scotland...."Celtic Fairie Tales" I have many photos and a video of my travels there and go back often in my dreams and fond memories. If I culd trace my family ancestry I know I have this heartfelt connection as my mother's maiden name was Stewart.

[@thescottishfairy5396]

Hello Charlotte, I wish I was a born Scot but I am a Scot by heart and choice. I love this wonderful country and her people and history and can't imagine living anywhere else! But you know how beautiful it is as you travelled through Scotland and saw it with your own eyes. And aye, your name is Scottish for sure! You might even be related to Mary Stuart (she used a different spelling as she grew up in France), who knows? I appreciate all your messages and send you a lot of warm regards 🧚

[@jillychandler]

Another calming video, with wonderful pictures and beautiful music. Along with your lovely voice. Are you Scottish by birth, is that the accent you have? I have Scottish blood in me from my Fathers side of the family. I have stayed in Scotland once, when I was a child, and our Geography exams took us to stay in a youth hostel in Sterling, for a week I think. I loved it. Thank you. Love, Jilly & Madge the rescue greyhound, from West Devon, England. xxx

[@jessiemillard4704]

Lovely to see all those orange sea buckthorn berries, so many of them! The colours during the beach walk were so soothing , a breath of spring awakening xx

[@aussiebushgirl1829]

I use sea buckthorn oil on my face, so it was lovely to be able to see it growing in the wilds of Scotland. 🙏

[@marthafuentes2743]

🙏😘🙏

[@JohnHarthomstowCEO]

Stunning video and narration. Scotland is my favourite place in the world. I've been fortunate to live in places that many consider the most beautiful - including Thailand, New Zealand, Switzerland & Costa Rica - but nothing compares to Scotland. It's not just the visuals, it's the feeling. Like my soul is content once I'm on that magical land. My mission is to get residency there and relocate permanently.

[@yvonne5074]

Your video was lovely 😍. It's true what you said live your life for yourself and through others. Will be definitely trying that shortbread yum yum 🤗🌿🌷✨️🧚‍♀️😊

[@ellie.l6585]

Beautiful ❤. The only thing missing from the stunning beach walk is a lovely rescue dog or two trotting lovingly at your side 🥰

[@daggy1778]

dear scottish fairy...........you are happy where you are and that,s what matters..................Blessings and greetings from Daggy,Kiel,Germany☘☘☘

[@kbencsik1]

Love!! Love the measuring cup and the cleaner. So peace-inducing are your videos! I've been to Ireland twice. My next trip needs to be Scotland.

[@erin_storm1406]

Your videos are so calming and relaxing I enjoy them. I’ve had this pulling at my heart that leads me to Scotland. Ever since I was young I’ve always a connection to there. I know one thing is for certain if I step foot on Scotland I would not leave. I too am a black sheep of the family and the middle child. I can relate to u being shy to this day I’m still shy. Hope you have a wonderful rest of the weekend and the week coming up.

[@thescottishfairy5396]

Thank you very much for this lovely comment. Scotland is a magical place so I can understand you feeling connected to her. We have something in common then (or two or three things!) Have a wonderful weekend yourself 🧚

[@apriljo1968]

I was the blacksheep too. So I very much relate to you. It's been a looooong journey but I am happy. I long for Scotland myself. Have never been, sadly. But I feel my heart is there. I live in the mountains of Tennessee/USA. Which a lot of folk say this area is the most like Scotland. That's gives me some consolation but would still love to see Scotland. I was raised hearing we were Scot Irish. My DNA stuff agrees. So somewhere down the line, my blood has been there. I can't help but feel that Scotland is for old souls. And I very much am. I so much enjoyed your video. Especially seeing the snippets of Spring! I've always wondered about the homemade lemon vinegar! Does it leave any sticky residue? Till next time, Toodles!❤

[@thescottishfairy5396]

Thank you for this lovely message. I have never been to Tennessee but I am sure it is stunning there too. I do agree with the old souls for I have been called this more than once..... Lots of warm regards to you 🧚

[@artemandalas1305]

Thanks You SO much like Always! Thère are many Black sheeps here following you.....A club may be.😉 ...Thank You for thé recipe too, blessings, Irène 🌷

[@thescottishfairy5396]

Hello Irene, thank you for your comment. It would be nice to be the black sheep club 🙂. Have a lovely weekend 🧚

[@artemandalas1305]

@@thescottishfairy5396 same for you dear ! So thé World Black sheeps club is open !😉🎉🎊Bé please Our président 💯🌎

[@lindabullock742]

Definitely a member of the Black Sheep Club me…thank you for allowing us to be so…🥰🇦🇺

[@quietlife7186]

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[@skyedouglas7109]

I have Scottish heritage and I’ve always get so connected to it I’ve always wanted to go there

[@nubiabrigliafigueira8946]

Lovely video

[@BethRitterGuth]

I love the images!

[@genjobee]

You are very brave to do this.

[@thewaterspirit.inspiredcraft]

I love this 💙

[@ricardapoznanski5604]

❤I know exactly,what you mean and what made you make your decisions for your path in life. Your Scottland was my ballett. This video is as beautiful as all your orhers I watched so far.... Your wise words ....your lovely filming.....bringst a calmness to all of us .. much love from Germany

[@thescottishfairy5396]

Thank you so much - your lovely words are much appreciated 🧚

[@sis9622]

I love your channel

[@ballet1971]

Beautiful!

[@TheEmpressgoth]

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[@judiemjacobson4613]

I just started following you. Your channel is just what I need

[@thescottishfairy5396]

Thank you for your kind message. I am so happy that people appreciate my content. Have a wonderful day 🧚

[@achloist]

That is a true highland accent you have developed there. Welcome home.

[@thescottishfairy5396]

Thank you! 🤗

[@lonlep1831]

🙏 well I was the forgotten child. The invisible child. This also lead me to myself. Although your images of the sea and landscapes are amazing and beautiful... the horizons are often not horizontal. Most camera’s (and tripods) have an option to level the camera, before taking a picture.I know this ‘critisism’ can lead the stigma of black sheep, but It can also improve your artwork from 9.9 to 10! Hope you dont mind. 🙏

[@mags1958uk]

I’ve just come across your videos and find them so calming and relaxing. Scotland is somewhere myself and my husband would like to visit one day. The scenery is stunning, in rain and sun. Can I ask where you moved from please? You have an accent that is mixed with Scottish.

[@thescottishfairy5396]

Hello and thank you for you kind comment. You should come visit. Scotland is such a beautiful country - and you are right, no matter the weather! I was socialised in Germany but also lived in France and the USA, so I assume you hear a German-Scottish-ish accent 🙂🧚

[@hereiam2942]

Where are you from? I've wondered for some weeks now.

[@thescottishfairy5396]

Hello and thank you for the question. It has been asked many times by now. I am a new Scot and was socialised in Germany but also lived in France and the USA. Since I also speak Scots Gaelic, my accent is influenced by this too 🧚

[@kbencsik1]

Are you from Wales? I'm not sure of the accent. At first I thought it was Scottish!

[@sophrosyne3760]

I'm thinking American...hearing quite a few definite local pronunciations amidst the 'brogue,' however I could be wrong.

[@thescottishfairy5396]

No, I am a new Scot. I was socialised in Germany but speak four languages 🧚🏻

[@Weaverbird49]

Oh, I can totally relate to this post! I, too, am the disappointing child, the black sheep. I've always lived in the US, in a few different states and towns but I've never felt "at home". I've always said that I would know my true home when I found it. My DNA is completely British Isles - Ireland, Scotland and England. In the last several years my heart has been drawn to Scotland; my great-grandmother was a Grant from St Andrew's. I've not yet been there but am planning a trip there soon. I'm 74 now and I hope it's not too late for me to find my home. I love everyone of your videos - the serenity, peace and beauty are breathtaking. Your calm voice and lovely accent bring a peace to my spirit. I used to make the lemon vinegar cleaning solution years ago. I think it's time to make it again. Thank you for the reminder. And the lemon shortbread! It looks so good! Lemons are definitely on my shopping list. Tapadh leibh airson a h-uile rud.

[@thescottishfairy5396]

​@@Weaverbird49 Thank you very much for your lovely response. I agree, it is never too late to find your home. Please do come for a stay to see how you feel. I am very sure you will love it here - as do I. I am glad you like my content, I enjoy it very much and it really warms my heart to hear when the community likes it. Lemons are almost always on my shopping list (often for cooking or sometimes ginger lemon tea) Have a lovely week 🧚 Tioraidh

[@svetlanikrylova4043]

Hello! I’m turning to you as a friend: please tell me if you can give advice on what opportunities there are for moving to Scotland? Maybe you know immigration assistants, people who are ready to hire a foreigner, a good provincial program, or you can provide other information that will help me fulfill my dream? Share how you managed to move to Scotland? Did you manage to find a job? Or according to some provincial program? How long did it take? Thank you very much in advance ❤️

[@thescottishfairy5396]

Hello and thank you for your comment. When I moved to Scotland I came under EU regulations as we were still a part of the EU then and I could just relocate with an EU passport. I prepared my move for around 1 year and started my own business. You will need to look at the UK immigration Government website for any information as Scotland holds no power over this area. As far as I am aware there is a points based programme now so depending on this you might be able to move here. It also depends where you move from. I hope this helped. Have a nice week 🧚

[@svetlanikrylova4043]

@@thescottishfairy5396 Thank you) and how I envy you that you had the opportunity to immigrate bypassing the complexities of British immigration regulations ;)

[@mvs5868]

May I ask where you are originally from?

[@mvs5868]

I think Ive just come across a comment where it said you grew up in Germany? I can hear a bit of a Bavarian twang when you speak - but might be wrong. I am Austrian but moved to the UK 19 years ago and couldnt live anywhere else ❤

[@thescottishfairy5396]

You are correct, I was socialised in Germany (the West though) but am a New Scot with all my heart. I have only been to Austria once (Klagenfurt) - I am glad you found your place in the UK as well. Have a great weekend 🧚

[@mvs5868]

@@thescottishfairy5396 awww so beautiful! Love your channel ❤️❤️❤️

[@mtnshelby7059]

I enjoy your videos, but you now have a partner or husband, right? That makes a world of difference from being a solo "black sheep" of the family of origin.

[@thescottishfairy5396]

Thank you for your comment. Yes, by now I am married but remain the black sheep and happily so 🙂🧚