The last negative comment I got was the standard, "Nice Dress!" My retort was "Thanks! You know my wife has pants just like those!" He had no comeback and wandered away.

I really think it's...

Funny, but I was having a conversation with co-workers about the overuse of the word "Gentleman."
One of my pet peeves is listening to a victim testifying in court about how she was attacked, and...

I'm the little Hispanic woman in front.



;-)

Recently my unit (Sexual Assault and Child Abuse) received an award for Excellence at the Department's award banquet.

Here's the group photo:...

Me and my unit at this year's Seattle Police Banquet. I'm wearing my ClanRanald in Ancient colors.
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I've also been told that when you put a flask away, you should leave the top slightly loose, allowing it to "breath" so to speak. Apparently a tightly sealed flask as the risk of buckling or denting...

Thank all -
George the band is going great! In fact, I'm getting ready to order my pipes.
God help us all....:shock:

Last night was the Seattle Police Awards Banquet. My squad (Sexual Assault and Child Abuse) received an Excellence Award.
My wife approved of my outfit so much, she was compelled to take a photo of...

So I see the Black Grouse is available in the states. Anyone tried it? Thoughts?

Also, what's the consensus on The Famous Grouse? Supposedly it's one of the most popular blends in Scotland, but...

That is really sharp looking!

Nice to see you again Chris!

Thanks Cdarwin!

Every Father’s Day there’s a pretty big Micro-brew festival just north of Seattle. About 80 brewers are on hand and it’s usually a pretty good time.

This year there were a handful of Utilikilts,...

Hey! I resemble that remark!
I grew up in Kearney so I know all about the "boring part." And boring is doing it a kindness.

I'd been up Scottsbluff way a few times, and through the Badlands...

Hey gang, short notice I know BUT...
There's going to be a benefit for the Seattle Police Pipes and Drums this Wednesday (May 18th) at the Red Door Tavern in Seattle (3401 Evanston Ave N.) starting...

In the best possible way, I assure you!! :D

I am very nearly speechless. Stunning. Simply stunning!

The "rating" category (in my opinion) is going to be pretty subjective, and will likely change on any given day - much as piperdbh has suggested.

I always liked how Michael Jackson would note when...

Doh!!!

Our Seattle Police Pipe and Drum "swag" just came in! It's the first round of fundraising - wish us luck!!

So our fledgling band is at the point where we need to start uniform shopping. Those of you in pipe bands, do you have any particular recommendations for vendors? If not specific names, then are...

Very nicely done!

Please keep Seattle in mind for a destination!!

Thanks for posting this Kent. And thanks again to Jamie for launching her!

Seattle Fire Pipes and Drums has fulfilled that honor, and quite admirably. They led the body of Officer Brenton last year, and while we are deeply grateful to Seattle Fire for what they've done,...

Ohiopiper -
Good advice, thanks!
They man who got the ball rolling on this has been in close touch with Boston P.D. pipes and drums, and they are mentoring us through this process. Additionally,...