Locheil  #Dùthchasach

I was almost born on the back of a motorcycle speeding through the Lochaber countryside; this image was to become a foreshadowing for the destined pace of my life to come.  Which to date, has spun me around the world and kept me on my toes, a delicate balancing act of single motherhood, entrepreneurial endeavors, and Scottish cultural advocacy.    

              I am a Cameron, born at the foot of the mountain where Camerons' have been born for thousands of years.  In my early years, on a small croft on the banks of Loch Eil, I was surrounded by the Gàidhlig of my caretaker Mrs. Donelly, who referred to me as “a ghràidh” It was a beautiful life really, with my pet rabbit Patch and my daily expeditions to the beach discovering treasure. 

             However, years of the social, legal and educational repression of Gàidhlig had taken their toll, as was evident by the striking lack of any Gàidhlig in schools, homes, and community life, except in the quiet moments between family and friends.  A gaping undiscussed and unacknowledged hole, filled with not only my native language but Scottish history, dance, and music. 

            Scotland in recent years has begun a reclamation of the jigsaw of our national identity, which includes the promotion of our national language.  I hope to be a very small part of that puzzle, promoting Gàidhlig learning with my journey.  In addition to my ongoing work to promote Scottish products, business, and transatlantic collaborations.  

             I remain honored that you have taken the time to read thus far and hope that you will accompany me on this necessary and valuable journey.

                                                                       Locheil