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I think this all points to the fact that there isn't one single tradition in the Highlands, despite what people may wish to believe. There may be regional differences, but there are also personal differences between families, or groups, or social circles. Some are influenced by the traditions of their forebears which are handed down directly. Others are influenced by what others wear, such as their clan chiefs or other notable people. And yet others are influenced by hire shops, adverts, or more recent traditions from the 1980s onward. When someone says, "that's the way WE do it", he cannot possibly speak for everyone in the Highlands or even his own region.
In other words, we should never put too much stock into one person's declaration of what's "correct".
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 Originally Posted by Tobus
*snip* In other words, we should never put too much stock into one person's declaration of what's "correct".
A supremely important statement. Even in this forum, we tend to lean on the opinions of a core of perhaps at most, a dozen individuals who perhaps have a disproportionate influence on the forum itself.
Rev'd Father Bill White: Mostly retired Parish Priest & former Elementary Headmaster. Lover of God, dogs, most people, joy, tradition, humour & clarity. Legion Padre, theologian, teacher, philosopher, linguist, encourager of hearts & souls & a firm believer in dignity, decency, & duty. A proud Canadian Sinclair with solid Welsh and other heritage.
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