I understand what you mean brother.

I have far more German that Scots blood in me and carry a German sirname to boot. I've long looked at lederhosen, wanting to own a complete and proper outfit.

Unfortunately, around here there is little difference between the "Irish Fest" the "Italian Fest" and the "October Fest." The same people show up, 90% of the food is from the same venders. Only the music changes.

Heck, the only people I know who speak German are either first generation immigrants or Amish.