Kilt-addiction...It's not entrely your fault....!!

**Blu (Ontario)** · 7th July 04, 10:17 AM

I thought you might find the following article interesting.

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American Scientific Speculator Magazine,
Jan.2004 Issue.
by Itsalla Phaker

Austrian paleo-genetic researchers reported recently that, while studying the remains of frozen Alpine mummies, they may have inadvertently stumbled upon what may be a previously undiscovered genetic material. Along side the well understood Adenine, Thymine, Guanine , and Cytosine polynucleotides, a new and highly complex molecular chain might possibly be added to the list. Affectionately dubbed "Tartanine" for its curious resemblance to the Scottish wool cloth, its function and effect on the body is not yet completely understood. However, now that the human genome mapping results are available for study, other scientist are beginning to report similar instances found in living tissue samples. Recent test results indicate that it is most commonly found in peoples of celtic heritage.

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"Reports of the Tartanine nucleic acid chain now seems to be on the rise", says Dr. Klaus Hammer of the Austrian team. It should be noted that, although not new, the effects of Tartanine may have been suppressed for thousands of years by other genetic factors. In more modern times, the proliferation of fine spirits, lively music, pheromones, and other environmental factors may be responsible for the effects of tartanine becoming more prominent. There is some speculation among other researchers that this may also in part, be responsible for increased feminine libido as well as the recent upsurge in the popularity of the kilt. They also point out that much research still needs to be done.

**phil h** · 7th July 04, 12:51 PM

now I know you lost it

I wonder if there's a quick blood test to see if I got it too.

**bear** · 7th July 04, 01:33 PM

Hilarious! Odd article to post with that coolest saffron avatar, though.

**Alaskan Celt** · 7th July 04, 01:34 PM

**Blu (Ontario)** · 7th July 04, 01:55 PM

Originally Posted by Alaskan Celt

Don't get too excited Blu...further research will no doubt show that it was invented by a BSA mechanic working on a 1967 Hornet in London in 1982. :lol: :roll:

London, Ontario, I think, A.C :lol:

**Blu (Ontario)** · 7th July 04, 02:05 PM

Originally Posted by bear@bearkilts.com

Hilarious! Odd article to post with that coolest saffron avatar, though.

I presume, Bear, that your own research is also continuing! You've got Andrew, Colin, and the B.C. contingent to assist!

**Blu (Ontario)** · 7th July 04, 02:59 PM

Originally Posted by phil h

now I know you lost it

I wonder if there's a quick blood test to see if I got it too.

Yes, there is... but it involves consuming a pint or two of a quality ale. I should also add that perhaps it would have been of some help if I'd posted this back on April,01