26th January, 2026

Certainty

A thought for your day, with a belated happy Burns Night and my good wishes to all …

There is no such uncertainty as a sure thing.

— Robert (Robbie) Burns, aka The Bard, whose birthday people mark each January 25th

Yesterday marked Robert (“Rabbie”) Burns Day, celebrating the 1759 birthday of The Bard, as he’s known. Any time you break into a rendition of Auld Lang Syne or hear it played, you may wish to think of this Scottish poet who brought it to a global audience. In honour of Robbie Burns Day, here are some more photos from my travels in Scotland – a country of incredible beauty.

Have a lovely week ahead and, if you’d like to see more of my travel videos, pics and stories, you’re welcome to check my stories on Instagram and videos on YouTube..

All images © 2026 Shelagh Donnelly. All rights reserved.