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    Fire me will ya ? I'll just kilt myself !

    In an alomst comical episode that saw a few people I work with and myself get axed last week, I finally have time to get bustin' on my E-kilt (cuz everybody knows elephants are scottish ...)
    Pieces are cut and pleats are almost fully assembled, inner and outer aprons next. Buckles and straps following that and with a little luck and some tremendous assistance from the Mom (she the keeper of 5 sewing machines !) and I'll be on safari for next months beer night in Belmont - with flashes no less ...


    CT - may go back to work eventually :yes:

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    We're all glad to hear that you have found something more useful than work to do with your time.

    But in all seriousness, sorry you got the axe. Hope everything works out for you. Been there, done that. I shall say a prayer for your successful . . . uh, completion of the kilt. And whatever else you decide to pursue after finishing it.
    Jim Killman
    Writer, Philosopher, Teacher of English and Math, Soldier of Fortune, Bon Vivant, Heart Transplant Recipient, Knight of St. Andrew (among other knighthoods)
    Freedom is not free, but the US Marine Corps will pay most of your share.

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    Dreadbelly is offline Membership Revoked for repeated rule violations.
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    That man done kilt himself.

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    I was right where you are about 4 yrs ago, the job I have now is so much better I am happier than I thought I could be, I hope it works out for you. In the meantime good luck on the kilt, would like to see pics when you're done.

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    And I hope your next situation allows kilt wear on the job!
    Kilted Teacher and Wilderness Ranger and proud member of Clan Donald, USA
    Happy patron of Jack of the Wood Celtic Pub and Highland Brewery in beautiful, walkable, and very kilt-friendly Asheville, NC.
    New home of Sierra Nevada AND New Belgium breweries!

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    Best of luck. Freedom from work is great but sometimes we do need to work to pay for life's pleasures such as kilts. Have you considered becoming self-employed?
    Regional Director for Scotland for Clan Cunningham International, and a Scottish Armiger.

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    Dreadbelly is offline Membership Revoked for repeated rule violations.
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    Being self employed sucks.

    I just fined my self for slacking on the job.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Dreadbelly View Post
    Being self employed sucks.

    I just fined my self for slacking on the job.
    Dread,

    You need to take it easy on your employees. You have to warn them first. Hang up a sing that reads "The Beatings Will Continue Until Morale Improves", then you can fine them.

    Dale
    --Working for the earth is not a way to get rich, it is a way to be rich

    The Most Honourable Dale the Unctuous of Giggleswick under Table

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    I empathise.

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