In case anyone has a notion to learn a few basic Gaelic phrases, here is an *excellent* internet resource that gives voice examples:

http://www.bbc.co.uk/scotland/alba/f...eag_air_bheag/

My wife and I have been trying to learn together, and so far it has been fun. Due to being into ham radio, I am fluent in Morse code. Learning Gaelic feels like a new challenge, I suppose, and one that is probably as practical as Morse. Since both have fallen into disuse, that might not be saying much.

Sometimes we use Morse to talk in front of the kids. Who knows, perhaps after they catch on we'll be into Gaelic <g>. Gotta always be one step ahead of the wily young 'uns.

Thanks for the vote of confidence, David. I do feel confident, as well as proud. I also feel comfortable!


I had a good experience today in a local Home Depot. My fellow customers were giving me looks, but on two separate occasions I had employees quiz me about my kilt. This is not the first time for that at Home Depot. There has been interest in adopting kilts as work wear since their corporate office has an anti-shorts policy within the store itself. Interesting, as well as a positive thing. I wish they would pursue the notion.

Mychael