Kilted at the Korale Koncert

**Mysticwolf** · 5th June 06, 07:37 PM

Panache,
A wonderful, heartening story!
I sometimes wonder how my own mom might react were she here to see me kilted. (She passed away several years ago, God rest her soul) She had some strong opinions about my long hair and propensity for wearing black
It's good to know that your mom's friends surprised both she and you with their positive reactions. I spoke to a elderly friend of mone the other day, and he had a similar reaction, one of general interest and support.

**Riverkilt** · 5th June 06, 09:05 PM

Its always touching for me when the old guys stand up for their service's song.

Ron

**Panache** · 5th June 06, 09:30 PM

Originally Posted by Riverkilt

Its always touching for me when the old guys stand up for their service's song.

Ron

Ron,

My Dad said it was hard to keep singing while watching these gentlemen stand up with pride when they heard their song, he was so choked up with emotion.

Cheers

**Riverkilt** · 5th June 06, 10:05 PM

Aye, brought me to tears back in October 1989 at a Black Watch concert in Sun City, Arizona. Dozens of men stood for their service's song. Was the first time I thought to stand with the Marines when our song was played.

Choking me up now to type about it. Such a bond. Such well earned pride. Such honor.

It all seemed heightened because the Black Watch was playing to honor the men and women who had served and requested we stand for our tune.

Ron