Highlander invades Vernonia

[Brasilikilt]

I figured I would share this photo as I think that some of you may get a kick out of it. Cheesy grin and all!



Several weeks ago a friend and I went to a Reenactment/Black Powder shoot.
Me being the good Highland soldier I am, decided to wear my full compliment of Highland garb and weapons.

The rendezvous was being held at the same time as the annual festival/parade for this little town Vernonia, which is a sleepy little logging town nestled in the foothills of the coast range about half-way to the beach from Portland.

My friend and I decided to head into town to pick up some supplies.
I was surprised to find out how well all those small-town folk received me. I walked into the store expecting a lot of "who the hell is that weirdo!?!?!?!" kind of reactions, but everyone seemed very curious and amused.

It just goes to show that you can be very pleasantly surprised at people's reactions to the kilt in the places where you would expect quite the opposite.

Vernonia is indeed a nice place for a Highland soldier to purchase his victuals.

[Highlander31]

It looks like the checker is happy to see you.

[sydnie7]

I especially like the wristwatch. Must have been difficult finding one than runs on black powder LOL

Kidding aside, it takes a brave heart (oops, did I say kidding aside?) to do something like that -- happy it turned out to be a good experience!

[JolyStNicholas]

Thanks for sharing your "Cute" photo with us!

[SFCRick]

amused indeed

[GMan]

Looks like they were having as much fun as you were.

[vmac3205]

Vernonia is now famous. The cable reality show AXEMEN is filmed there sometimes.

[Tartan Shortbread Jock]

Hello Brasilikilt, a very charming picture, you look very smart.

[Ancienne Alliance]

He-He...

[cessna152towser]

Nice shot, looking good.
Looks like you have won an instant fan in the checkout girl.