That is a big step! My first time out, I decided to leave all my p***s in checked luggage, that way I couldn't wuss out at the airport!

My wife seems alot more comfortable w/ my kilt now, but we are new to this area, and she feels like me doing something odd will limit our ability to make friends, and fit in. :confused: The thing is, she might be right, and what I am struggling with is, on one had I feel like I should put my wife's happiness ahead of my personal preferences (she would be happier with plenty of friends, and the feeling of fitting in); on the other hand, if someone is going to put me down for a personal preference, I don't know if I want them as a friend!!!

Dale, how have you, or other Xmarkers dealt w/ this subject?

LM