I was surprised to hear ..

[Derek]

There are several outward bound shops in the city having sales at the moment. So I have treated myself to a new rucksack and walking 'stick'. I was served in the shop by a youngish guy who was very helpful and there was a lady in her 30's behind the counter. The guy never commented on my Cilt,but the lady was more than complimentary about it saying its great to see them being worn. Then in her next sentence she told me she once had a Kilt (a kilted skirt I expect but I never questioned her) but that was a long time ago and that in fact she does not poccess a skirt in wardrobe at all at the present time. Its all jeans and leisure wear. I was really surprised to hear that. We also had a rehearsal last night and Les brought along her Davis shawl that she decided to buy in the end. Whilst it is the same colour spectrum to Elaines 'Jones', they are actually very different in real life. The pictures on Welsh Tartan website are quite dark. On top of that the two girls have INSTRUCTED my pal and other musician that he must organise to get a Cilt/Kilt ASAP! He was going back home and gonna check out EbaY. He told me he was defintely going to purchase now. So all in all, it was an interesting and productive day. Heres me new gear, I did try to smile
Iechyd Da
Derek

[Graham]

Derek, I hope you enjoy your hiking, the kilt is the best garment ever for hiking!

[mddock58]

Sounds great Derek!
We'll all be looking forward to pictures of the group in proper attire!

[mbhandy]

Derek,

Is that walking stick one of the shock type? I have allways wanted one. Oh by the way did your wife find out about the skirt Graham asked about I went to marks & sparks web and did not see that one. I think My wife might be interested.

Thanks,
MrBill

[Graham]

thanks Bill for reminding me about that skirt, it was a nice one, so wot about it derek?

[GMan]

Derek,

A nice tale indeed. I feel that by looking at the picture, you are just about to go walking as soon as the picture is shot, it looks great!

[MacSimoin]

Derek,

Is that walking stick one of the shock type? I have allways wanted one...

I've seen these as well but since they're not much good for proper ambulatory use, I've never bothered...Personally, I need to use a cane for health reasons but I will say the stick does add to the whole look Derek has going. I just envy that he's capable of using it for its intended purpose.

Good for you, Derek.

[Sherry]

... On top of that the two girls have INSTRUCTED my pal and other musician that he must organise to get a Cilt/Kilt ASAP! He was going back home and gonna check out EbaY. He told me he was defintely going to purchase now...

Woohoo! Won't you'll be quite the cool ones all in Welsh tartan!

[Pleater]

Those boots look rather good too - not that I need boots - I have too many pairs of boots - not quite the Emelda Marcos of boots but I have more pairs than I could ever wear out even if science could extend the active life of a short fat 55 year old to - maybe 200 years.

They might, though - better be prepared - so - what sort of boots are they and are they as comfortable as they look? Hmm?

[Derek]

Pleater .. The make of the boots are 'Converse'. I call them 'boxing' boots. I have two other pairs, green and white. I find them extremely comfortable.

Iechyd Da
Derek