Mad as hell!

[beloitpiper]

I have never worn it in her presence. She has never seen me in it. That makes her incredulity that much more dumbfounding.

Maybe that's why she's confused. Maybe because she actually thinks it's a skirt, but once she sees that it is a kilt she'll understand. It's up to you whether you wear it to her party, but I think talking to her, telling her that's it's a kilt and that you wear because of your heritage she'll understand.

[Abax]

I'd echo much of the advice you've already received, but couched in different words. Reactions like hers are often based in fear. Ask her what bad thing she is afraid will happen as the result of you wearing a kilt. You'll probably be able to assuage her fears. Also consider that what you've heard from others may not be exactly accurate, so ask her directly about what she's saying and thinking. Finally, even nice people can act rudely with a little too much alcohol. Could this have influenced her behavior at a dinner or party?

I don't agree with the sentiment that you're not ready to wear a kilt. I'd hope the responses you receive here help you in that endeavor, not discourage you.

Abax

[DireStraitsFan]

I'd echo much of the advice you've already received, but couched in different words. Reactions like hers are often based in fear. Ask her what bad thing she is afraid will happen as the result of you wearing a kilt. You'll probably be able to assuage her fears. Also consider that what you've heard from others may not be exactly accurate, so ask her directly about what she's saying and thinking. Finally, even nice people can act rudely with a little too much alcohol. Could this have influenced her behavior at a dinner or party?

I don't agree with the sentiment that you're not ready to wear a kilt. I'd hope the responses you receive here help you in that endeavor, not discourage you.

Abax

Thanks very much. I appreciate it.

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By the way, just to clear something up, I had no intention of wearing the kilt to her party. I was just mentioning that I was going to see her soon, and the topic of the kilt is still a sore subject with me. So, I am afraid of how I might react to any comments she will make. That was the only reason I mentioned the party.

Thanks everyone.