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James Mungall

Re: No more sword dances?

June 3, 2008, 12:16 a.m. (Message 52618, in reply to message 52616)

This is rather ridiculous--but it is the way government works.  I
suppose all heavy blunt objects should be banned while we're at it.
I've never heard of a highland dancer going ballistic with a sword
after poor marks.  I have heard of "kilt divers" however during Mardi
Gras parades who will often attempt to swipe sgian dubhs from pipers'
kilt hose--know someone who had their hand sliced open that way.  It's
the little blades that are the real danger, not big swords--they've
been watching too much "Highlander."

Thanks for giving me another reason why I'm grateful to live this side
of the pond.  No offense intended.

James Mungall
Baton Rouge, LA, USA