A self-righteous, tongue-in-cheek venting
You know - as regards the "us & them" - you're right my friend. It's best were it to cease.
I'm no Scot, but I like Scotland. I like both Scottish history and legends. I like the way the one often encroaches on the other. I love the mountains and the mists, even the fine rain that soaks quickly to the skin. I like Scottish spirituality (a professional interest there). I love the pipes (I even listen to pibroch!) I love tartan, its meaning(s) its look and its feel.
And dammit, I like my kilt. Very much. Verrry, verrrry much! And I'm going to wear it when and where I please. A pox on those who would tell me otherwise. (Not a curse, just a pox - I wouldn't want to do any real damage as a priest.)
Now... having vented self-righteously, what I HAVE learned here, is HOW to wear it. Not when, not where, but HOW, and I'm bl**dy-well going to do so!
Last edited by Father Bill; 26th August 11 at 06:22 AM.
Rev'd Father Bill White: Mostly retired Parish Priest & former Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair.
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