Links from Braveheart

**Graham** · 22nd February 04, 02:50 PM

I'm glad to see a link has been added from Bravehearts forum to this site.

These are my two favourite kilt site, as you all know, I frequent both, and yet there doesn't seem to be too much duplication of information.

All is a peace with the world, well, here at least 8)

except....Braveheart seems either very slow or there are more problems with that site.
To be honest, it was the format and hassles with the site that led me here. I do hope WDP takes up Toms offer of setting up a 'proper' BB.

just gossiping....sorry

**highlandtide** · 22nd February 04, 03:27 PM

I check em both. I think that Kiltmen.com has a style of its own and that is what people like about it.

**Blu (Ontario)** · 22nd February 04, 07:51 PM

Graham said:

...I'm glad to see a link has been added from Bravehearts forum to this site....All is a peace with the world, well, here at least Cool

I no longer see the small link to the A****m from Kiltmen.com.

Blu

Ooops!! I'm in error. I wasn't paying attention.

**Graham** · 23rd February 04, 05:02 AM

I'm glad you used asterisks, we don't want any of thatkind of language here thank you

**al' Sporrano** · 23rd February 04, 05:30 AM

Originally Posted by Graham

I'm glad you used asterisks, we don't want any of thatkind of language here thank you

I wonder. What would happen if everyone stopped trying to be politically correct on these forums and said what they REALLY felt.

I'm just as guilty as the next man. I often seem to write apologetically so as not to hurt anyone's feelings. I use phrases like 'if you want to dress a certain way, that's up to you and I respect you for it'. We all do.

But what do we REALLY think. An outrageous suggestion would be to have a 'No Holds Barred' day -a day where we can express our real viewpoints and say exactly what we think regardless of who we might upset. But without consequences.

Stupid idea, I know.

Al

**Graham** · 23rd February 04, 06:25 AM

I think that on this site at least, folk are quite honest about what they feel.
We must all be constrained a little by the need to be polite and unoffensive.

Sometimes not telling the whole truth is an act of love.
For example, you may be ugly, would it help you if I told you the truth and just came out an said "Al, heck you are ugly!!"

or is it better to say, "Al, you have a generous spirit"

However, I hate political correctness, but that is not the same as politeness and gentleness.
The Bible teaches us to "speak the truth in love".
That doesn't involve a compromise of personal integrity, rather, a real demonstration of inner strength.
I have a way to go yet!!

Most here agree that men who wear womens clothing need counselling.
Wearing clearly defined male garments such as a kilt needs no explanation or apology.

So I would suggest we all speak the truth, but "tame the tongue" which is what all do here anyway, so far as i can see.

**highlandtide** · 23rd February 04, 07:19 AM

Graham is a man of true character.

I agree with him whole-heartedly. I have asked that a few of our members change their signatures based on the fact that the language was somewhat "objectionable." Not horrible, just objectionable. No one has complained when I asked this and I greatly appreciate the fact that it went down that way.

I just dont want this forum to turn into a free for all filthly language slam everyone board. Neither do I want it to be a place where people think it is ok to talk about shaving their legs and wearing womens underwear.

People who might not know about Kilts and the MANLY men that wear them might come here looking for answers. I dont want them to think we are sitting around with our hands down our pants grunting and calling everyone homos. But I also dont want them to think that we condone the bahvior of the few that are trying to ride the coat tails of Kilt wearing to justify wearing tutu's.

That being said, please feel free to speak your mind here. We respect honesty. But as Graham said, it can make more of an impact if it is said humbly.

I truly greatly appreciate all of the participants on this forum for their integrity. If we keep this kind of behavior going then the world will take notice!

**bubba** · 23rd February 04, 08:08 AM

A gentleman can object to something without being objectionable. Manners and good upbringing have nothing to do with political correctness. Some men may wear womens clothing and won't get more than a slightly raised eyebrow from me but I'll never be convinced it's ok nor will I ever be convinced to try it myself.

**Kiltedmusiclover** · 23rd February 04, 08:18 AM

As a new member, I appreciate the
way this board is run and the folks who post here.
In a world that seems to be more about “me, me, me…”
and where manners seem to have been forgotten, it is
wonderful to find a forum that encourages respect for each other.
I believe that we are treating each other the way we want to be
treated. Sure we have fun and joke with each other, but in
manner that is not offensive. All I can add to what
Graham and Hank have said is Amen and AMEN!

**al' Sporrano** · 23rd February 04, 09:52 AM

Hank

I don't want you to get the impression I'm a trouble maker. Quite the opposite. If you've ever read any of my stuff at Tom's you'll see that.

I do like to push the boundaries of discussion a little. I like humour (Graham, I am both ugly and generous of spirit!!) and will often post with a quip or two based on what others may say. This is always good humoured and I would hope never to be offensive.

Sometimes you find yourself wanting to be honest in your opinion of an issue, but decide not to comment because you know it will upset someone. Yeah, I know that's called tact and diplomacy. I use it all the time. Hey, I'm actually a nice guy!!

Why the occasional rebellious streak? Maybe it's because there are certain things I don't get. I make particular reference to a certain young man and his skating dress. If someone knows the answer feel free to enlighten me.

Regards

Al, the Kilted Cop.