It's my other half's birthday today (22nd Oct). Go and say happy birthday to her: instagram.com/mariellemachado and then you might as well follow me too here: instagram.com/shaunvlog 😊

The cat sensed something in you, and decided to adopt you. Nice to see someone taking such good care of their pet. Go well.

It warms my heart that you have a rescue cat. He obviously is equally in love with you! I'm happy for you! 🐈💙🐈💙🐈💙

The music, the drone footage, the lovely cat....everything was just perfect in this vlog :) Q & A would be awesome!

Love Sparky! Love the drone shots of the tree tops! Love the watch! 🇨🇦

I would love to hear you and your partner's love story! I love catching sight of her in the occasional vlog. :) To be honest, I was pretty sure you were talking about the cat from the thumbnail, but was happy to hear of Sparky's journeys and addition to the family home. Happy Birthday to Tekka (how do you spell that? Sorry!) from Spanaway, WA, USA!

Thanks Shaun! Sparky is a cutie! 😻 Love the drone footage! Wow! Beautiful Autumn colors! I loved that watch. I like a watch with a big face so I can see the time. Definitely unique and beautiful craftsmanship! I'd love to see a video about how you met Teka, your beautiful wife! Stay safe! Love to you and your family 💕

Love this. My late Dad being of Scottish heritage he loved his whiskey. Thank you for sharing this.

I just loved the drone footage. I missed that. Also Sparky is too cute.😍

I realize that some people are ok with animals but don't want pets. But, I grew up in a family where we always had a dog. Then when I moved out on my own I had a roommate that had 2 cats, whom I came to love as my own. Then I married a guy that had grown up with dogs and with parakeets. Over the years we, along with our three (now grown) kids have shared our home/lives with dogs, cats, gerbils, parakeets, canaries, a white mouse and an iguana. I now have 3 dogs and a cat. I cannot imagine a life without animals sharing it with me. I am so glad you and Sparky found each other! Take care.

Bless you for taking in Sparky. That brought joy to my heart. Kia Ora

It’s good to hear that the original owners recognized Sparky’s unhappiness. They put his needs above theirs.

What a truly enjoyable video! Sparky is a character with a great story! Drone shots of Craigmillar Castle & surroundings, never get old! And what a good-looking watch, charming with a stunning personalized piece of history! All round win/win 💙 Thanks Shaun - love from Denmark 🌸 💕

I loved all the beautiful autumnal colours and the cat is a right cutie very playful and very verbal enjoy him.

That cat is so cute!!! I also had a grey and white cat named Sparky when I was growing up. He was a rescue and a bit crazy, but I loved him. 😍 Loved the drone shots!! I even recognized the castle (craigmiller was the name I think...) From Outlander, my husband and I went there on our Scotland trip 2 years ago. If this pandemic will ever end I would love to visit Scotland again! But for now I'll have to enjoy Scotland through your videos. So please keep them coming!! 😘😘😘

My BIL needs this watch. He, his wife and his in-laws “ran away” to Scotland to tour a whisky distillery, take a class and then blend his own bottle for his 50th birthday. While *his* BIL is his birthday twin, my husband is his identical twin. He made up for ditching his twin brother on their 50th birthday by bringing him a special bottle of whisky. Edit: Just forwarded the blog post to my SIL so she can find the watch for my BIL.

Awww that was a really beautiful story and a truly loved awesome cat , his other guardians loved him enough to let him go ,his happiness and safety was paramount to them and how sweet of you both to dig deeper to find his home and take him back . Loved the Scottish history watch and YES would indeed enjoy knowing about how you both hot together . You are obviously a bit of an historian. I find it so interesting . Not all the boring lies forced upon us in schools ( prison for children ) with black and white drawings but true history like this and you as a couple , your history is so much more colourful than ANYTHING they brain wash us with in the supposed educational system. Now THATS beautiful , you history 💛Thank you 🌻🐾🤗

I just received a kitten; she’s a beast, turns out she’s half Maine Coon cat. The Drone footage is awesome!

Splendid drone footage of the autumnal colours. Sparky is a bonnie wee laddie, seems to have a lot of love for you guys.

Happy Birthday Teka! It's great to see the affection in the home that Sparky brings. Of the family of five we were featuring in our videos 2 years back, we're now down to a single survivor, the one we call Fluffy. The life of a feral is harsh. Thanks for keeping Sparky safe.

I just saw your "Dallas Cowpeople vs. Detroit Frogs" video. I laughed so hard I started fearing my just healed up ribs would fracture agan! I haven"t laughed that hard in doggone near thirty years. I had to find the most recent video hoping that you would read this. I also would enjoy hearing about how you and your "better half" joined up. I really enjoy your videos and wish you well in your future explorations. I lived in Scotland for a wee bit about forty years ago and fell in love with it. Didn't just stay in one place either. From Fraserburogh on a westward line to the coast and back all around wherever there was a road. loved it!

Sparky is adorable. What a talkative love bug. 😻

Omg Sparky is an international treasure 🥰 we must protect him at all costs! Also yes, i think i speak for many people, we would love to hear about whatever you and Teka feel comfortable sharing with us! She seems very interesting and intelligent. Happy Birthday to her! 🥳

Cats, whisky, time. That sounds like a Burns poem. ❤️

I love it that you're back in Edinburgh and look forward to more about Scotland!

Love the video’s music and sweet story of how Sparky came into your lives! 🐱

Sparky is adorable. He seems to love the camera also! The watch is quite beautiful and unique. I'd love to hear more about your love story with Teka too!

Love your new watch! Its a work of art.Just like Scotland and its wonderful people. Sparky is a handsome fellow. I'm glad he adopted you and your family into his life. Stay safe.

Love the vlogs! I've been following you for a number of years! Sparky looks like a great cat! That is one of the coolest watches that I have ever seen!

Love Sparky! I love hearing love stories.

Love that watch, so clever and Sparky seems like he was meant to be with your family!!!

Loved the big tree with the bare branches reaching all over the top. Pets are family, aren't they? ❤️ Happy belated bday to your wife! 💘

I love that you've gone home, that you want to share Scotland's heritage with us, and maybe most of all, I love that you love your cats. (We have five cats, three dogs.) Sweet.

Congratulations on being adopted into the service of Sparky!

Happy birthday to Teka, and that's a lovely kitty you guys got for sure! Enjoy :)

Lovely video love the watch .

I LOVED THIS EPISODE!!!!! Shaun you are so engaging and pure Scot. When I was in Edinburg the people were the most LOVELY people...KIND HELPFUL LOVELY!!! The video was so beautiful just reminded me of the Scottish Countryside EXTREMELY Excited you did the story of the whiskey 🥃 LOVE that you are doing what you LOVE and what is INTERESTING to you. Hope you keep doing “Outlander” Stories as you add so much. Yes definitely wanna hear your personal LOVE story...And anyone who LOVES animals ♥️💓♥️🐾I am all DOGS as me and my dog Roxy are allergic to cats😱 Gonna watch your post about our election over here across the pond. TAKE CARE AND SAFE YOU ROCK!!!

I love the direction you’ve taken your flog !

A love story, no matter whom it involves is a treasure. Would enjoy finding out how you two met! Take care and God Bless!

That drone footage is incredible!

Congrats on getting Sparky. Yes, please do a video on YOUR love story!!!! Would live to hear how you & your wife met.

These new vlogs, with your life in Scotland, are my absolute favorite. I love all your videos, but this love letter to Scotland is everything. It's wonderful. A place I would love to travel to, but at this point in my life will be unlikely to go. Sparky is beautiful. A beautiful face. He clearly loves you and he found you.

Nice video. Happy Birthday 🎂to your wife ! Glad you were adopted by a really great cat!

We also were adopted by a female cat called Mia when she was only around 2 months old. We found her in a hole on a brick of our outbuilding. Since then she had 3 beautiful kittens that were adopted by my daughter-in-law and her aunt. She was to be spayed right when the lockdown started here in Ireland. Now she's spayed and getting a little bit fat lol.She's so friendly and loves our dog Stella.

Happy man! Loved the drone footage. Sparky is gorgeous and what eyes! So Shaun, tell us about your love life...

Scotland is beautiful! I can’t wait to visit.

That spot just off Tweedsmuir Gait is one of my favourites for Droning. Great views on a clear day. Best kept secret a few years back.

My beautiful black Japanese Bobtail cat, "Big Bad Bendy" used to walk over a mile up the road in the remote valley I lived in, waiting for me to come home from work. He would wait for me, (and do some hunting, as often there were rat "heads" on my doorstep...) he would be standing in the road, I would let him in the car, & he would stand with 2 paws on the dash, 2 paws on the seat, meowing loudly the whole way home. P.s. the valley I lived in rarely had traffic, Bendy lived to be 21 yrs old.😊 Congrats on your lovely new kitty!

Happy Birthday!! Love Sparky !!

Sparky looks so much like my first cat! He was white with black tabby patches. And he was super friendly too. Sparky certainly chose you!

Oh, that was so cute to see your lil kitty zoom up to you. My lil guy, Murphy, does the same. Animals are so fun!

SPARKY!!! What a lover he is!!!! And the hair roller! Lol lol🤣 I’ve used them for years n years! Great invention for all of us critter lovers! Yes! Tell us your love story! A video With Q and A would be nice ...or whatever you guys are up too taping . Thank you!!! Kathy Washington State PS loved the watch and story!! Bye for now!!

You are now my favorite blogger not just because of your interesting videos but you have, love and appreciate Sparky!❤️ Sparky is a beautiful and affectionate cat. You’re soooo lucky. I hope you still have him❤️

Live 2 minutes from where you filmed. My favourite time of year too, the colours are incredible. Rain or not!

Love the watch and the Gaelic name.

Wonderful video! Yes, I want to know the love story between Teka and you. Sparky is the cutest kitty and Fiodh makes a very cool watch.

Happy Birthday to you Tika. ♥️♥️ Love the Sparky story. He’s beautiful and obviously loves you‼️

Thanks for the beautiful footage of the autumn leaves. One of my cats is just like yours, not in looks but in temperament. She head butts me daily whenever I lie down to sleep. She also loves to knead the skin at the base of my neck. We call it “making biscuits”.

What a sweet video! I thought, however that you were going to talk about you and your better half. You knew that! Sparky is a very affectionate cat. Loved the drone shots and the watch. Thanks for sharing!

Yes! Would love to see a video on you and Teka's love story. Wedding pics. You guys are an awesome couple.

I LOVE that watch!😍

This video is so great, for so many reasons! There are so.many things that I love about your channel. The video that you capture, whether it is drone footage, or still images is spectacular. The watch in your video is a perfect example of topics having to do with history, culture, heritage. And the story of Sparky and how he came to join your family, what a great outcome for everyone! So welcome, Sparky! Best Happy Birthday Wishes to your Wife! And Thanks for posting such truely special content!!🍁👍😏

I live in Kentucky and whiskey is a part of our heritage too. Jim Beam is made here. I wonder if they make anything with their reclaimed barrel wood?

You have been adopted by a cat. He seems very sweet. I loved the drone footage looking straight down on the trees. Great shot. BTW we in the US use both fall and autumn interchangeably. That watch, WOW! Seeing the lovely whiskey made me remember I live near a distillery, time to give them some business. Oh and of course Happy Birthday Teka!

Oooohhhh - Love watches and LOVE that one!!! Wise choice, friend!!!

Live in Florida and we don't have the seasons change. Thanks for sharing the drone footage.

Happy birthday to Teka! My Ancestry results puts me at 56% Scottish. Excited to see and learn about Scottish history from your vlogs.

A Heartwarming love story of sorts indeed. Sparky may become the next KZfaq sensation! Give him his own channel!

Love this video. So sweet, the Sparky story; and loved the watch also! How original. And yes! Absolutely would love to hear the story of you and your wife and how u met. A true love story always warms the heart. So enjoy your videos Shaun. Am hoping a return visit to beautiful Scotland. Blessings to you and Teka from CT, USA, and a happy birthday to her also! 💝

Awesome watch. Love the story of it. The cat is great too.

Hi from Wyoming, USA! Great video, Shaun! Love the scenery, music, Sparky, and the whisky watch. You do a great job with what you share. I always find your videos relaxing and educational. Keep sharing.

Just love how sweet your wife is and how she supports your work. Sparky is so cute. You are blessed to be loved by those two.

Cool Cat. Last time we lost a beloved pet (17 yrs old) We adopted a Brother & Sister Rescue...We love pets and have to help. Cooper and Allie are a real joy

Really good video Shaun! Love meeting Sparky; it's obvious he adores you. So beautiful and full of personality. Also love the story of the watch. Thanks for educating us.

Your videography is wonderful. I enjoy the footage you show us.

Happy Birthday to your beloved! And Happy homecoming to Sparky! Our cat Fiona adopted us as well and super friendly and communicative like Sparky. I guess you just know in your heart when you find your people.💞 Beautiful video😻

I'm watching this for a third time! I adore your Cat Sparky! My Maine Coon long hair is a talker too! She loves people.

Shaun...that just goes to show you, some things are meant to be. Sparky absolutely loves and adores you...BIG TIME. I have 2 fabulous felines of my own--and cats have their own special way of choosing YOU.

I am very pleased that you are a cat person. Sparky is lovely. He is very like one of my cats, Loki.

Blessings. What a great story.

Kentucky Bourbon, BOURBON.....Jim Beam...our Irish and Scottish drinking families in KENTUCKY...made it the barrels...FAMOUS!!

The cat is gorgeous! He definitely loves you 💕 There's a fabulous saying which is absolutely true...cats don't have owners, they have staff 😊

Sparky is adorable!

That watch is gorgeous!

Happy Birthday Teka!!! Hope you had a perfect day!!

I'm so glad sparky chose you guys.😊

Hi Shaun, I went to a whiskey 'con' (for lack of a better word) last year in Bremen, and while tasting we got to talking with one of the venders and he explained to us that most whiskey casks nowadays come from the U.S., because they only get used one time for Bourbon and then they get taken apart and reasembled to mature whisky in for up to three decades . . and so the wood of your watch is probably white oak from the States . . or France, but not quite so likely . . and it's been called a barrel once, so you do you! ;-) Slàinte mhat . . . .

Sparky is so cute! Oops, should say Handsome! He really loves you, he’s marking you and the house as his. I’m partial to tuxedos, one of my Maine Coons was a tuxedo. I love how he talks to you😻. Happy Birthday to your wife. I’d love to hear how you met.

Brilliant video, Shaun! I loved everything about it. ❤️ As a huge animal lover myself, I loved the story of Sparkey...he’s adorable! Also fascinated about the watch and LOVED the video and music...the fall foliage is beautiful. You hit a homerun with this one, Shaun. And yes, please do share how you and your wife met...I’m a sucker for a good love story. 😁❤️

Beautiful watch and cool story as well

I want to hear your love story!! Love Sparky!!! Yay!! Your mum & da will be less lonely!!

Happy birthday, Teka!

What a great video, & Awwww sparky is so adorable 🖤

HaPpY BirThDaY TeKa! 🥂 Love Sparky's story and drive-by headbutts. Fiod, such a great Scottish made find. Love that it's designed and made in Scotland from Scottish whiskey casks, very unique and specific to Scotland. Also, really appreciated learning some Scottish Gaelic. Slàinte Mhath! 🥃

Shaun, Please do a video on how you guys meet each other! Would be cool to hear your story with a tour of places around Edinburgh that you both enjoy going to on date nights out!

Kitty is so sweet!

Cask/Barrell....eh....I used to get the half casks for planters from the Jack Daniels distillery... There's so much you can do with them!

Beautiful watch!!!

Fantastic! Also hilarious clickbait because I was hoping to see you and your lady- how you met IS interesting - Outlander: Shaun & Marielle. We loved the watch and now Ed wants one too! Also the whiskey looked wonderful! We have adopted many cats over the years at our house and have two of our own as well as feeding the strays. Sparky, though, he's pretty darn awesome, so friendly! P.S. Please re-share the link to your Vlog Class as my Social Media Management professor might have us take it in our own class?!! :D You make Scotland look even greater than we imagined it, but love how you always show it from a real person perspective in all your vids. Wish we could do a higher Patronage, but while in school we're just glad to have something cool to watch/take part in! :D

Aww, what a beautiful little cat, he certainly likes to chat 😄!