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[RockyR]

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[bubba]

Dunno John, you're wife might surprise you. My wife prefers kilts to jeans. I haven't worn pants of any kind since March and my wife loves it.

[David Woodington]

congradulations on your first time showing off your good taste. Were you in full dress? Sporran,flashes etc.? The more you do it the easier it will be.


Talk to you soon.
Dave

[Graham]

Well done John, it will only get better as those in your community become accustomed to you kilted.

You''l soon enjoy the freedom of kilting without the burden of being self conscious, but the delight will never wear off, trust me!!

[Blu (Ontario)]

The Bank and Fabric Store have been Kilted! - 2 notches on the door post tonight! .... It was nice to get the "Chutzpah" up and keep it up to go through with it.... Till my wife finds out ) Any of you on praying ground with the Lord.? I think I may need it.... JohnAllen

Your wife only needs to see that wearing a kilt is a positive experience. Some women tend to harbor apprehension not because of the kilt but from fear of what others may think or say. Once they see that all of the negativity they have imagined doesn't materialize, their apprehension disappears. They gain confidence as you gain confidence. It is also important for spouses to know that this isn't some flakey mid-life crisis thing. (Well, let's say it isn't, anyway. ) Your confidence and determination at home is just as important as ath shown to the outside world. Way to go, man! 8)

[GMan]

Way to go JohnAllen You know have experienced the joy of kilting!

[Freelander Sporrano]

JohnAllen,
Wifes are amazing creatures.She'll no doubt be more supportive than you think.(No guys Shes not standing behind me while I'm typing this ...Honest )

When out walking the streets in Oslo this last weekend she was having fun watching all the reactions to my kilt.We spent one night at a hotel. I only took the kilt.So I had no choice.My wife does worry alittle more when I wear it locally ...But people are getting used to me now.

So get out there kilted and have a good time

David

[Mychael Sporrano]

Good for you, JohnAllen! It does get easier, and it IS a heck of a lot of fun!!


Blu wrote:

Your wife only needs to see that wearing a kilt is a positive experience. Some women tend to harbor apprehension not because of the kilt but from fear of what others may think or say. Once they see that all of the negativity they have imagined doesn't materialize, their apprehension disappears.

In my experience, what Blu has written is SO true and couldn't be put any plainer than that. My wife (Karen) was very encouraging of my wearing a traditional kilt on special occasions. It was her idea, in fact. I could tell, though, that she wasn't so comfortable with the idea of the casual kilt. She didn't say anything, but I picked up on her hesitancy. She did go with the flow, and after a few outings with me [in a couple of different situations], she saw that everything went well. She is perfectly fine with it. The same for my mother-in-law who tends to be very uptight. After seeing first hand all of the positive feedback I have gotten, as well as a little negative, she now seems fine with it. In fact, I caught her bragging me up the other day. The same with my Father... The same with my Grandmother..., etc.

Just as you have to get used to the kilted experience, those close to you also have a period of adjustment to go through- especially if they are not fond of the kilt. Unfortunately, as some of your fellow members can attest, not all women take to the look. If she really has a problem, consider trying a tartan kilt as a compromise. Sometimes that can make a difference.

Have fun!

Mychael

[RockyR]

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[Casey]

My wife's first statement, when I put on my first kilt in April of this year,was "Where are you going to wear it?" Now if I wear pants or shorts, other than to the office, she says, "Why aren't you wearing a kilt?"

This is from a very traditional woman from France.

I have come to the conclusion that the kilts will always get them eventually, because they are so masculine.

Casey