Hail from San Jose, California

**Sharkblock** · 2nd February 12, 12:11 AM

Hello!

I'm a long time lurker who has finally decided to stop being so lazy and actually sign up. I'm a bit different from your average kilt-wearer, seeing as how I'm a fullblooded 1st generation Vietnamese-American, being born here in the Bay Area to my immigrant parents. I first started becoming interested in Celtic cultures about three years ago before I got my first kilt, a Stillwater Thrifty (courtesy of the amazing Jerry.) With a keen eye on Ebay, I've slowly pieced together a patchwork formal outfit too. Still being in my high school years, I'm seen as a bit of an eccentric, in the best way possible, however, and still just own acrylic kilts. I don't think my parents would be too keen on spending 500+ dollars on a 16 oz. tank. I hope to be a productive and insightful member in this wonderful community of such fine ladies and gentlemen!

Sláinte!

**rir179** · 2nd February 12, 03:27 AM

A Warm welcome to you from the Lowland Plains of Cheshire, way across the pond in England

**Laird_M** · 2nd February 12, 03:37 AM

Welcome to the Boards.

We have loads of different people on here, full blooded Scots, several generations removed, married into, just like kilts, etc, so you'll fit right in.

**Chas** · 2nd February 12, 04:05 AM

Hello Sharkblock,

Welcome to XMarks from the other side of the world in Norfolk, England.

Coming from San Jose, you have the whole of the NorCal support group around you - lucky man!

Regards

Chas

**Father Bill** · 2nd February 12, 05:43 AM

Welcome to the "Great Rabble!"

**McClef** · 2nd February 12, 06:14 AM

from South Wales UK!

**California Highlander** · 2nd February 12, 07:43 AM

Welcome from the east bay! Maybe we'll see you at Ardenwood for Tartan Day in April.

http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/g...or-cal-rabble/

**McFarkus** · 2nd February 12, 07:54 AM

from Chicago. Keep you eye on eBay. I've found handmade 16 oz kilts there (used) for about $100.

**O'Searcaigh** · 2nd February 12, 08:06 AM

from the "Big South Fork" of the Cumberland River, north central Tennessee!
There are folks here who'd prefer that no-one but someone of long Scottish descent and currently living in the Scottish Highlands should wear a kilt (and even then only occasionally for special events) to those who think anyone and everyone one should wear one because "its just another piece of clothing" -- and every viewpoint in-between. Have respect for yourself and those deserving of your respect will respect you too. Have fun; Happy kilting!