I had to admit to looking up what a Crannog was,[from Wikipedia]

A crannóg is an artificial island, usually originally built in lakes, rivers and estuarine waters, and most often used as an island settlement or dwelling place in prehistoric or medieval times. The name itself may refer to a wooden platform erected on shallow floors, but few remains of this sort have been found. The name crannóg, Anglicized “crannoge”, is from Old Irish “crannóc”, from crann, tree and ‘og’ young.

The postcard comes from Jim.

Visited this Crannog on the shores of Loch Tay. Many enthusiastic staff to tell the story. Told what our ancestors ate and wore and shown how to make fire. Much more interesting than the local stately homes!

Thanks Jim!

Would you like to send me a postcard? PSMAP | PO Box 906 | Ipswich | IP1 9PP | UK

Shetland Museum, Hays Dock, Lerwick

This has got to be the best museum ever, stunningly presented, beautiful building to house the boats and artefacts. For me the best bit i outside, in front of the green building. Four speakers which [quietly] broadcast snippets of stories as told by the old locals, and traditional music. When the wind changes, so does the story or the music. A must see.

from Lorna

Thanks Lorna, we are delighted to welcome you as the first postcard.