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15th June 12, 08:07 AM
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On the way in to work...
I work at a government facility on a military base. On the long walk from the parking lot to my building, a military police vehicle pulled up beside me and the driver hollered out "Very nice outfit!" and gave me a thumbs-up. Definitely made me smile.
But then, as I went a bit further, when I turned a corner I saw three men evidently on patrol (camouflage, assault rifles, etc) walking towards me. One of them nudged the other two and pointed in my direction. As I was reviewing my possible responses to any comments, the lead one says "Well done, sir." - and salutes me!  The other two quickly followed suit. Without thinking, I returned their salutes and said "Thank you, gentleman." and we continued on our separate ways.
This was definitely a first for me. And rather surprising as with my full beard and long hair, I don't exactly look like a military type any more  .
Rob.
Rev. Rob, Clan MacMillan, NM, USA
CCXX, CCXXI - Quidquid necesse est.
If you can't say something nice, don't say nothing at all. (Thumperian Principle)
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15th June 12, 08:21 AM
#2
I love hearing stories like this, it does the psyche proud.
Glen McGuire
A Life Lived in Fear, Is a Life Half Lived.
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15th June 12, 11:37 AM
#3
Hey Rob,
I will be working down there for the week of the 25th. What do you say we do a kilted lunch?
Si Deus, quis contra? Spence and Brown on my mother's side, Johnston from my father, proud member of Clan MacDuff!
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15th June 12, 12:46 PM
#4
Good for you... good for them!
Rev'd Father Bill White: Mostly retired Parish Priest & former Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair with solid Welsh and other heritage.
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15th June 12, 01:08 PM
#5
 Originally Posted by gordontaos
Hey Rob,
I will be working down there for the week of the 25th. What do you say we do a kilted lunch?
This would be great. Not completely sure what my schedule is but I think Friday the 29th is clear if you'll still be here then.
Rob.
Rev. Rob, Clan MacMillan, NM, USA
CCXX, CCXXI - Quidquid necesse est.
If you can't say something nice, don't say nothing at all. (Thumperian Principle)
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15th June 12, 04:16 PM
#6
Great story. Thanks for sharing. Good to hear the positives.
KD
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15th June 12, 04:25 PM
#7
What a wonderful counter balancing story to the "One Person's Opinion" post. This is much more characteristic of the kinds of responses I have gotten too. Just goes to show ya .... And I salute you too!!!
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15th June 12, 05:51 PM
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Special to rate a salute.
Got the "Nice Kilt" comment from another guy this evening heading into the supermarket. Said back, "Getcha one too." He replied that his legs were too skinny. Go figure - I think mine are too fat but kilt up anyway.
Gotta love kilt compliments.
Ol' Macdonald himself, a proud son of Skye and Cape Breton Island
Lifetime Member STA. Two time winner of Utilikiltarian of the Month.
"I'll have a kilt please, a nice hand sewn tartan, 16 ounce Strome. Oh, and a sporran on the side, with a strap please."
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