No pithy subject, just a comment and question

[cormacmacguardhe]

Well, I certainly learned a lot of things that I did not know, also learned a lot I did know was not right. My kilt wearing has increased from once a year at the Highland Games, to a couple of times a month now. It would be more, but as of this moment I only have the one sportkilt, am working on increasing my wardrobe.

[Big Dave]

I've learned so much from everyone on this board, and I thank you for that. I went from knowing next to nothing about cilts, the history of, and the wearing of them. I only wore my UK sometimes when I first got it for the first 6 months, then after reading all the experiences from people on the board, I realized that I shouldn't care what others think of my cilt, and to wear cilts with pride. I haven't worn pants in two months and I have no intention to go back to them. Within the last month, I've ordered two more cilts and started to get rid of my pants. Theres no turning back now!!!

[philbo]

I think I learned more about people than I did about kilts. There's a huge variety of kilt-wearers out there from many different walks of life and different heritages as well. No matter what our differences, we all seem to have a similar sense of pride in our kilts.

Another valuable thing I learned here was how to handle various social situations, from hostile confrontations to stupid questions. I like to read all of your different examples and take whatever lessons I can from your behavior. Thanks to all for sharing your adventures!

[mbhandy]

I feel that I have learned a lot from all of you about wearing a kilt and I hope to learn more about making kilts. It's just after midnight here and I have to get up early. So no matter What? Wear You Kilt With PRIDE...

MrBill

PS Getting closer to Sun. Whats under your Tree?

[MacMullen]

Likewise! When I first logged on here I didn't know what a sporran was, and now I've made one. I had no idea how to wear a kilt, in fact, I was thinking that flannel shirt material would make a fine kilt, if I couldn't find other suitable material, but then, I realized that if I did that, I could never show my face on here again.

I'm glad to have learned a lot about the classic kilted look, as I'm a big fan of traditional clothing, whether it be a kilt or a three piece suit, and why it's worn like it is.

Thanks to everyone here for helping learn the ropes.

[furrycelt]

I think I learned more about people than I did about kilts. There's a huge variety of kilt-wearers out there from many different walks of life and different heritages as well. No matter what our differences, we all seem to have a similar sense of pride in our kilts.

I have to 2nd this. I have learned bit's and pieces of new stuff about kilt wearing here, but by and large, most of my kilt/Scotch knowledge came from my parents whilst growing up.

But yeah, I have learned alot about people, and all for the better. I am glad to be apart of such a large community of thoughtful, intelligent, and colorful people all sharing the same love. This group has also helped to keep my Scottish and kilt-wearing pride held high.

"To us and those like us!"

[pdcorlis]

I'm a new member - but my interest in kilts stretches back a decade or more. Not anything like a burning passion - but an interest. It was fueled by a bagpiping summer camp (now, sadly gone) at the college where I teach. To be honest, listening to someone just learning to play the pipes is at best an uncomfortable experience but the pipers and drummers always capped off their stay by marching in the 4th of July parade. I always found the music and the swish of rows of kilted pipers brought an unexplainable tear to my eye. Corny but true.

I found this forum while learning more about the kilt. My brief experience here has been unlike any other forum I've belonged to on the net. Folks here are kind, helpful, generous, funny, and diverse. Things mostly missing from other electronic commuities. My family geneaology suggests a tie to Scotland - we'll see, but I do feel like a member of this Xmarks clan. Thanks to all for that.

Phil in Idaho