I lived in Mhairi's place for 2 months during my visit to the University of Edinburgh. The lovely room is my home, very warm and cozy, very convenient to transportation to downtown. Hector, Mhairi's dog, always happily greeted me after my tiring work days, giving me joys and comforts. Mhairi has provided all the supports to me, recommending me places and activities to go in the city. Personally, I've made big life and career decisions in this place, so it's really not just more than a B&B room for me, but my home physically and spiritually.
In the past two months, the world has shown some resistance or even hatred towards outsiders - anti-tourism/immigration is sadly spread in the UK and the US. I know it's a tricky issue, but the fact that Scotland is showing such a friendly attitude to foreigners really comforts and inspires me. The hospitality from Mhairi has shown that Scottish people are not only proud of Scottish culture, but also open and capable enough to exchange the culture difference with people from different backgrounds. I do appreciate that.