At long last, and with apologies to Bear for the unfortunate delay, I have photos of the two Bearkilts I brought home to England from Vancouver last month.

The first is an 8 yard, woollen, 'Classic' cut kilt in the British Columbia tartan. I chose this somewhat bright, but very wearable, tartan in recognition of this being my first visit to the Province of British Columbia - and I am glad I made that decision.

The identity of the second kilt was kept as a total surprise until the moment I received it from Terry, although I believe just about every other kilt wearer in the world knew what it was - at least, that was how it seemed at the time! When the significance of this kilt was explained to me, I was quite deeply touched not only by what it represented, but also by Terry's generosity. This is also a 'Classic' cut BearKilt, but the fabric is black with a red pinstripe.

Terry made just such a kilt for our late friend Tom Manuel (of Tom's Café), to wear at a Dinner on his last visit to New York, a few months before he died. There was just sufficient fabric for two kilts, and the second length he kept to be made up for me - once he had my measurements, which he did when I ordered the one above! This is a wonderful kilt with, for me, a meaningful story behind it. Every time I wear it I remember Tom and think of all the good he did - I am honoured to have it in my 'Kilt Kollection'.

As on previous occasions, I am unable to post the photos here (for what frustrating reason I know not!!), but there are four of them on page 9 of my photo album linked below.

Thank you, Terry, for two first-class kilts.