These posts are really a good read.Honest and interesting answers.
I grew up with Scots in the family,and due to the close family connection recognized on the official level I actually went back to live in Scotland.Same as a resident but unable to access financial social benefits.(though I was admitted to N.H.S)
As you see,not a born Scot but even so I do share a degree of the wonderment that Scots feel at seeing this oft seen desire to find and celebrate Scottish roots,at times so far removed.Particularly in America there almost seems to be another "Walter Scott inspired highland revival" take two occuring,and I thank those contributing posts because it does help me get your perspectives.