Tag Archives: Kilt

My Cardinal (the bird) Moment

Posted on January 30, 2011 by literarylee

Since childhood I have marveled that male birds are so colorful and bright but the females are typically plain, even dull.  Take cardinals, for example.  While growing up (and even now), glimpses of that bright red bird thrilled me.  I … Continue reading →

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At The Scottish Walk

Posted on January 19, 2011 by literarylee

The Scottish Walk parade is an early December, Alexandria, Virginia tradition we enjoy.  This historic, colonial American town with a rich Scottish heritage is one place where a kilt-wearing man fits right in!  Many (20? 30?) Scottish Clan organizations march … Continue reading →

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Burns Night Supper

Posted on January 13, 2011 by awchilds

Here’s an invitation Anita and I received to attend a formal, high-fallutin’ Burns Supper.  I’m excited to be going, especially now that I’ve been the chairman (what they call the Master of Ceremonies of a Burns supper, as opposed to the … Continue reading →

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