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A Valentine's Day in the life of an Am-Can (Can-Am?) tourist in Scotland

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Melanie McLeod
Feb 17, 2026
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photo by Verne Varona

When you visit Scotland for any length of time beyond two weeks, you find yourself saying things (to yourself) like, “I really wish I hadn’t stepped in that bog” or “I think I’ll head over to the library for a cuppa and a blather.” You also think that the word “concessions” refers to popcorn, soda, and maybe a box of Maltesers, but …

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