On Top of Hoy

Hoy Island is quite unique to Orkney

rugged geography of heath and rocks

glacial valleys formed between steep hills

with a few scattered small narrow lochs

hard red sandstone make the core layers

creating distinctive patterns in each band

from the striking majestic coastal cliffs

to the steep sided dark peaks of this island

on the top of Hoy uniquely shaped rocks

scattered across heather covered landscape

as if a handful of dice have been thrown down

give the feeling of a scene from moonscape

standing high upon the summit of Ward hill 

amazing views across the valley to the sea

there`s an illusion of the earth`s curvature

experiencing the wonders of Hoy`s mystery

(C) Lissie`s Bull 2024