Archive - Catherine’s Substack

Driving an Electric Car from the Lakes to the Alps

Not as tricky as it's made out to be.

Jun 2 • Catherine

May 2026

Staying safe Online, and on the Street

Two Mexican beers led to an emergency hospital visit and a 6 hour operation. One mistake online and it takes a lot more to repair the damage.

May 6 • Catherine

March 2026

Being chased by a Straw Man in the mountains

a winter tradition in the Valais

Mar 3 • Catherine

February 2026

46 seconds of a glorious morning drive

From the mountains to the lake

Feb 25 • Catherine

No bikinis at this Carnival

but plenty of confetti in the bra.

Feb 15 • Catherine

January 2026

When the Bise wind blew back in 2012

Everything froze...

Jan 18 • Catherine

It all happens on Scout Scar, and sadness in Switzerland

Scout Scar, is a limestone hilly area on the outskirts of Kendal, which, on a clear day has terrific views all around.

Jan 4 • Catherine

December 2025

Still sending Christmas cards and a letter festival at 4,000 feet in the mountains

Inspiration to write from on high

Dec 24, 2025 • Catherine

Waiting for the bus - Swiss style

Books, benches, poetry and recycling at the bus stop.

Dec 6, 2025 • Catherine

Flying Father Christmas

and a festive Freddie Mercury in Montreux

Dec 5, 2025 • Catherine

November 2025

All roads lead to Kendal for the Mountain Festival

Dancing with Kate Humble, listening to Ben Fogle and in awe of Hilary Bradt.

Nov 24, 2025 • Catherine

Starting the day with a bit of flamenco

Dawn concerts by the lake in Geneva - worth the early start

Nov 9, 2025 • Catherine

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