Nick Ray

Reach out. Ask questions. Be compassionate.

Highland and Moray locals to be asked for views on lynx reintroduction Campaigners say the region offers good habitat for the species, but farmers and crofters have raised concerns.

Highland locals to be asked for views on lynx reintroduction www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

The River Gelt. A hidden gem

A cold wind but gorgeous walking. To the summit of Carrock Fell to kick off 2026. Happy New Year folks.

Some thoughts for the New Year ahead.

I truly hope it’s a happy and fulfilling one for you. Thank you for your love and support throughout 2025. Warmest wishes to you all.

Wishing you all a peaceful and happy Christmas. This Christmas bauble is older than me. Seeing it on my parents’ tree reminds me of the love I’ve been enveloped in for 62 years. I’m so very fortunate.

Winter solstice eve the best way I know.

If you enjoyed following me on my long walk through Scotland this summer, there’s still time to receive a calendar with 12 lovely photos from the journey before the New Year. www.lifeafloat.co.uk/2026-calendar

Treat yourself! 😊

I love a map! I also enjoy being inspired. I found the book on the Border Reivers in a charity shop today. I’m looking forward to learning of the rich history of the country I’ll be walking through on my upcoming Scottish/English Border Walk.

Thank you! 😊

Why not drive out to somewhere lovely, go for a walk, then brew up and simply chill? Simple pleasures. 😊

A little something I created for my sister for her recent notable birthday. It’s pure silver with the shell cast from one I found in Scotland. I love being creative. It helps ease my thoughts and I enjoy being tested and learning new skills.

Border Walk — Life Afloat

It’s been a long while since I last posted. I hope you’re all well. This is going to be my next adventurous undertaking. A project I’ve had in my mind for a long while.
www.lifeafloat.co.uk/border-walk

A painless procedure but stings now. Four nasty sun damage lesions removed (head, back & chest). Respect the sun!

Waiting to ‘go under the knife’ - dermatology outpatients. I’ve four things to be cut out. On my head, back and chest. A youthful life under the African sun. Look after your skin kids!

Inner Hebridean stand off. 😊

Another lovely spot for the night here on the Isle of Skye. Looking across the Minch to the Outer Hebrides. So peaceful.

I’m pleased they arrived Isobel and you like them too. Thank you. 😊

I’m on the beautiful Isle of Skye, searching for a new home. Exciting times. 😊

Gorgeous sunset this evening here on the Isle of Skye. I’m up here for a few days.

Perfect for the night. Not a soul around. 😊

The fantastic @elizamarshall.bsky.social and @ranagri.bsky.social in Settle lady night. If you have the opportunity to see them - do!

Good morning folks. I love the outdoors & facing wild adventures. To fund these opportunities, I make art & jewellery, design T-shirts, write, & offer my services as an inspirational speaker. Here's a link to cards I have for sale. Thanks for your support. 😊 lifeafloat.co.uk/handmade-cards

Simple creating - satisfying. 😊

Thank you Sally.

Thank you!

Thank you Richard. That’s kind of you to say. Best wishes to you.

I’ve lived with treatment resistant clinical depression since my mid-thirties, (I’m 62 now). Living adventurously has helped me discover my innate desire to live a fulfilling life, even when my illness threatens this.

Now I’m hungry! Wonderful.

Wonderful.