An Apology

[Stratherrick]

As somebody who, today, has returned after a year off the forums, also having been censured (for bringing the politics of the kilt forward), may I, too, say that it takes more than a little bravery to make threads like this.

I look forward to reading your posts.

From another passionate Scot!

Regards

Bruce (Fraser)

[BroosterB1]

DISCLAIMER- The following is just one, fat, old mans opinion.

It has been an observation of mine that quite often a man will judge himself more harshly than those around him will. If he feels that he MAY have wronged another and makes an attempt to redeem himself, his quality as a gentleman is greatly elevated.

What he said! I am learning to try and recognize my errors and correct them as quickly as I can. I think it is part of being a well rounded person.

[BobsYourUncle]

DISCLAIMER- The following is just one, fat, old mans opinion.

It has been an observation of mine that quite often a man will judge himself more harshly than those around him will. If he feels that he MAY have wronged another and makes an attempt to redeem himself, his quality as a gentleman is greatly elevated.

It must be clear to you from the responses to this thread that support for you on this forum is deep and strong. Of course we should strive to keep the discourse on the forum civil, but the loss would be great if you withheld your opinions or your photos. I for one would regret any such "chilling effect". I probably do not know all of the posts or exchanges that have caused you to feel these actions to be necessary, but I suspect that amends can be made without the need for such drastic measures...thank you for your participation herein, and please do carry on....Regards

[Bugbear]

JSFMACLJR, we have had many discussions about Highland Attire that have been very useful to me. Thank you for those disscussions.

[fluter]

Dear Sandford,

I for one have entirely enjoyed your photos, and have learned from them. I certainly had not attributed any motive to their posting than our shared enjoyment of Highland dress. I could always be wrong (naturally) but I have not detected any hints of such a perception around the place. BTW I love, love, love your tartan doublet.

In the recent discussion, I think it was the single word that was a problem. It's difficult to tell, with the resources at hand, whether you were smiling when you said it. ;) I have been dealing with online fora for about 26 years now---this was a problem in the beginning, is a problem now, and probably ever shall be! For whatever it's worth, I do try to think three times before I click the submit button.

[ChubRock]

A man must have very eminent qualities to hold his own without being polite.
- Jean de la Bruyere

[Fougasse]

You have my apologies in return for allowing you to be that lightning rod. I think it is clear from the posts above that you are not alone and have the support of many on this forum; whether they agree with your opinions or not. Like many others here, my horizons have been broadened by your contributions and I thank you for them.

[MacKay71]

Your agology shoes that you care deeply about others others and this board. I, however, thin that an apology is unneccesary. If we all had the same thoughts, ideas and opinions, this forum would not be needed. Please continue to tell me what you think!

[Ancienne Alliance]

Dear Sandford, cher ami.

Introspection is always a good thing, and you can only be congratulated for it. This is also a sign of elegance.

Nevertheless, do not fall into excessive mortification. I would simply like to express how much it is important for people like me who do not master the English language to have gentlemen like you to carry out the ideals of style and good taste in a way that would be demanding for us .

I would also like to take this opportunity to thank all you ladies and gentlemen for often being our "porte paroles".


Best,

Robert