Sounds a bit like Yoda. Of course, there's always the world's first introduction; "Madam I'm Adam.".

Congratulations! Welcome to the club. I've always thought that grandchildren are God's gift to us for not strangling our children in moments of duress. Enjoy your new role.

I've been bearded, most of the time, since 1975. I burned it off once, early on (long story, and of course alcohol was involved) then grew it back. A few years later I had to shave for work related...

Guess I'm a "free range" Piper. No band affiliation. I tell folks I play for my enjoyment, and the neighbors' annoyance. When I first took up the pipes I was a shift worker, and was only off 1...

[QUOTE=CDNSushi;1283828] Plus, motorcycles and scooters are ideal transport on the island! Year-round riding FTW!

I'm a bit of an interloper here, I don't ride. My son does though. The above...

A friend of mine has one. Great dog, although very pampered by the family. They named him "Oliver" (bit of reenactor humor there).

I've got a few pictures from Alexandria this year, but this is the one that's being used for my Christmas card. (I'm the one with the beard)...

Current plans are for myself and three of the grandkids to be there, with the Clan Young Society.

Oddly enough, at least in my area, the practice seems to have both diminished and spread. I remember as a youngster that there were always 2 or 3 "stations" along Main St. every Veteran's Day, with...

My younger brother served aboard the previous incarnation of the USS America, a carrier, back in the mid 70's. When he mustered out (77 or 78) I bought him a model kit of the ship. When he sadly...

A short time ago I took the drive to USA Kilts to get measured for a new kilt and jacket. The evil closet has shrunk my current Argyle almost out of usefulness, and I thought it was time to treat...

My paternal Grandfather served in France, in the Artillery. He drove a mule drawn munitions wagon. I still have his helmet, bayonet and two uniform blouses, one with insignia. I remember as a...

I'll add my voice to the chorus singing the praises of USA kilts speedy delivery and customer service. Last Thursday I placed an order for two pair of kilt hose. I knew the order would be filled...

Congratulations to your grandson on his well earned success. And to you for having the good fortune to have a descendent who's providing you with an ironclad excuse for a great trip.

I would also like to find the season/scheduling for Rugby matches. I've never been a sports fan, baseball bores me to tears, and I can't develop an interest in football (either kind). As far as...

I agree that the photo is most likely taken from life. Being a southpaw myself, I'd like to think that this photo is proof that left handed highlanders dressed according to their dominant side. ...

Congratulations, both on your choice of women, and your good fortune. Just curious, what pipes are you waiting on?

I played at the start of a charity golf tournament a few years back. Probably did more harm than good. They had never had a piper before, and the golfers hadn't been told whether to start when I...

While not exactly haggis (but somewhat related I think), a friend of mine has made venison scrapple, which is delicious.

As I've posted recently, a favorite December event for my family is to attend the Scottish Christmas Walk in Alexandria VA. After the parade, I generally spend a bit of time "sitting in" with the...

Not being quite sure of the etiquette involved, I thought I'd start a new thread. These are some photos of our group, the Clan Young Society, and family (most of them anyway) at the Scottish...

Odd, no matter how hard I look at that little hand, I can't see Daddy wrapped around the little finger. He must be on the hand hidden by the blanket.
Congratulations

Last year my son bought me a bottle of rye whiskey made at Mt. Vernon, supposedly following Washington's own recipe. It's in the white, they were sold out of the aged bottles almost as soon as they...

To carry Father Bill's thought a bit further, a bit of advice I give when a younger acquaintance or co-worker asks me about married life. As a veteran of 43 years in the marital trenches, it is my...

As has been stated, Kitchen pipes are generally marketed as a practice instrument. They're ok for what they are, but a decent set of small pipes is infinitely better. I bought a set of "kitchen"...