Good luck, from another who is kilted daily, at work and everywhere else . . . and has been for 3 years this coming March.

I work in the IT department of a credit union - a 'progressive' employer, it seems, based on what I've heard from some guys.
Perhaps I've contributed to fulfilling some kind of 'diversity quota', here.

It never occurred to me to ask permission.

In the early days, I made sure to consult http://www.rampantscotland.com/timeline/timeline.htm
on a daily basis, so I'd have a quick answer to the frequent 'special day' question.

Again, all the best on your quest.

Lee