I also can't say that I'd always had kilt on the brain. A while ago, I guess it was when Utilikilts "broke" and started getting media coverage, I though that it was about time something rugged and comfortable was available to men. I still didn't really think about getting one.

A year ago, I acuired an "accessory" that most men don't have to contend with when wearing trousers. I think you guys can speculate among yourselves. It gets in the way more than what God gave ye. I started thinking there's got to be a better alternative than these tight trousers.

Then, recently, I left my ultra-corporate job and was afforded a little more comfort at work. I started thinking how nice it would be to be able to be kilted. Though I still don't have my kilt and probably won't breech the subject for a while.

I was looking at Utilikilts for their rugged look and snappy bits. My wife wasn't thrilled about the prospect of my wearing a solid colored "skirt". So we compromised. I said I'd get a tartan until I was more comfortable in the wearing and she was more comfortable in the seeing.

I think a UK is not in the too distant future, however.