I just found out my cousin, who in many ways was like a big brother to me, died this morning. He was 68. The funeral will be in my home town of Massena NY, a place I rarely go anymore, just because it's a 5 hour hike. I'm not sure I want to wear a kilt to his funeral, but wonder what the rabble think. And if I was to kilt up, best to do it with my tweed jacket, and not the Prince Charlie, right?

I'd be seeing a lot of family and old friends who have no idea I went off the Scot deep end. I'm of mixed emotions. We both had the same Scot grandmother, but he never was into his heritage at all. Also, I would not want to be distracting in a memorial service.

I need to give this some thought. Thanks for any suggestions.

Frank