The weather that comes in from the Atlantic touches Scotland first on its islands. This is Scotland’s first defence, as the mountains meet the clouds. Rain falls in veils—tears that remind us of the tears we shed for the beauty of this country and for the feelings of loss and regret that we all experience at some point in our lives.

love over scotland

But what do I wish for you?

Wish for love over Scotland,

Like tears of rain;

That is enough.