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26th January 08, 04:15 PM
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Our voice will be heard
I wrote this for the school newspaper.
The Burns Supper, this Saturday at 8:00pm, is a time-honored tradition for Scots and people of Scottish descent all over the world dating back to the end of the 18th century. Celebrating the life and works of Scotland's national poet, Robert Burns, there will be a traditional meal of haggis, potatoes, and turnips with Scotch (for those of age). Additional entertainment includes a bagpipe performance, traditional Scottish Highland Dancing, and recitation of Burns' poetry.
Recently, I have been questioned about my cultural traditions; wearing kilts, playing bagpipes, brewing beer, etc. Some have called it "backwards", "archaic", "immodest", and even "intrusive" and "gaudy". Although there may not be a unified Celtic group on campus, the traditions run strong in my culture. While many ethnic groups enjoy a solid core community, such as the Black Students United, Am Yisrael, and Voces Latinas, our Celtic population does not enjoy such organized leadership. But this does not mean we are ashamed or don't embrace our heritage. So long as two of us are together we will celebrate our common heritage with pride and reverence. I will continue to embrace my heritage despite criticism and hope that others can accept and hopefully join me in my celebration of traditional pastimes and traditions.
Unfortunately, the Celtic community has received the poor reputation of excessive drinkers, aggressive brawlers, and general vandals. Nothing could be farther from the truth, as I believe we to be courteous, upstanding citizens that are relatively rare in our modern world.
Throughout American history, Celtic people have shaped this country dramatically, to say the least. From inspiring out Declaration of Independence to forging our federal Constitution, we brought this fledging rebellion to the great nation that it is today. But it has not always been an easy path. For years, were were used as slaves, discriminated against ethnically, and our religion persecuted. But through this, we fought bravely for this country, advanced it through medicine and science, and provided great leaders of integrity and strength.
So this night, when we open our culture to the campus, I hope many of you will join us and explore our rich, vibrant history and culture and discover for yourself who we are and how much fun Beloit's Celtic community can be.
Thank you,
Gregory Long
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26th January 08, 04:30 PM
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26th January 08, 04:37 PM
#3
Well said sir!
[SIZE="2"][FONT="Georgia"][COLOR="DarkGreen"][B][I]T. E. ("TERRY") HOLMES[/I][/B][/COLOR][/FONT][/SIZE]
[SIZE="1"][FONT="Georgia"][COLOR="DarkGreen"][B][I]proud descendant of the McReynolds/MacRanalds of Ulster & Keppoch, Somerled & Robert the Bruce.[/SIZE]
[SIZE="1"]"Ah, here comes the Bold Highlander. No @rse in his breeks but too proud to tug his forelock..." Rob Roy (1995)[/I][/B][/COLOR][/FONT][/SIZE]
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26th January 08, 05:02 PM
#4
Very good sir..![Clap](http://www.xmarksthescot.com/forum/images/smilies/clap.gif)
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26th January 08, 05:14 PM
#5
Very well said... And then some!
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26th January 08, 06:10 PM
#6
Greg - well put. Hope it strikes the right cord on campus.
Brian
In a democracy it's your vote that counts; in feudalism, it's your Count that votes.
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26th January 08, 09:29 PM
#7
Very well written Greg - Good Job!
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26th January 08, 10:06 PM
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26th January 08, 10:13 PM
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Nicely done. I look forward to hearing any about any responses you recieve.
Cheers,
Marshal Moroni
"..., and wrote upon it - In memory of our God, our religion, and our freedom, and our peace, our wives, and our children...." Alma 46:12
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26th January 08, 10:18 PM
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Order of the Dandelion, The Houston Area Kilt Society, Bald Rabble in Kilts, Kilted Texas Rabble Rousers, The Flatcap Confederation, Kilted Playtron Group.
"If you’re going to talk the talk, you’ve got to walk the walk"
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