Alpha Males....could be

**GMan** · 22nd May 04, 07:53 PM

Chris,

It really is not the guys who are real tough that give me any sort of grief, it's usually drunks, which I avoid, and teenage boys who are trying to prove that they are "real men" by saying something rude. Once they realize that they are not getting a reaction out of me like they want to fight, they leave me alone, but then those that have real problems are the ones that keep coming back, but it is funny to see that the guys and girls they are with usually bring them out of this frenzy.

I know several of the guys here are teenagers, and I really admire them for being themselves and not really concerned what others think. They are true independent thinkers, and the lives they are leading are an inspiration to me.

Glen

**bubba** · 22nd May 04, 09:14 PM

Kinda gives you a little hope for the future, doesn't it.

**GMan** · 22nd May 04, 09:25 PM

It sure does bubba.

Glen

**Blu (Ontario)** · 23rd May 04, 04:32 AM

Originally Posted by GMan

...I know several of the guys here are teenagers, and I really admire them for being themselves and not really concerned what others think. They are true independent thinkers, and the lives they are leading are an inspiration to me....Glen

I agree totally... Teens these days are more complex than we were in the 50s and 60s...they all seem to be divided into predefined groups ie; punk, goth, skater, preppy, etc. as determined by your general interests and the music you listen to. I'm finding that there are a small but belligerent number of teens and pre-teens that want to impress their flock with derisive verbage. But there is also a group (I'm not sure which) that seem to give a thumbs up or compliment. Most of the time I get ignored. Preteen girls tend to giggle amongst themselves but who cares.

Originally Posted by bubba

Kinda gives you a little hope for the future, doesn't

There are definitely lots of teens waiting in the wings to take up the challange when they're ready. We'll just have to wait and see how many embrace it.

**Susan** · 23rd May 04, 10:13 AM

I'm absolutely shocked and sickened at the thought of you lot getting grief and various negative comments when wearing your kilts. What a sad case of people these must be, to have the cheek to make any kind of remarks which might offend a kilt wearing gent...send them to me...

**GMan** · 23rd May 04, 10:16 AM

Thanks for the support Susan!

Glen

**Blu (Ontario)** · 24th May 04, 09:54 AM

Originally Posted by Susan

I'm absolutely shocked and sickened at the thought of you lot getting grief and various negative comments when wearing your kilts. What a sad case of people these must be, to have the cheek to make any kind of remarks which might offend a kilt wearing gent...send them to me...

In many areas outside of Scotland, (and unfortunately even a few inside as well), an ignorant, sometimes surly, 1950s redneck attitude survives and propagates itself. Long term conditioning to the paradigm that "men wear trousers" prevails - obviously ignoring the fact that trousers are now quite androgynous. Yes... even that most noble and masculine of scottish garments cannot escape the derisive drivel uttered by some individuals who feel the need to make a point of it. I'm convinced that it's a testosterone driven defensive maneuver contrived to look offensive and macho. Sad... you bet. Shocking... nahhh, but yagotta be prepared to handle it. Sure, I'd love to send some of them to you! ... how about bulk container / ground & sea via China.

Keep in mind that we "kilters" who understand the truth of it, do find great comfort and ecouragement in the words of women who appreciate kilted men for who they are. 8)

blu