A Wee Bit of Culture in St. Louis

This past weekend was a big weekend for the Scottish community in St. Louis as the St. Louis Scottish Games took over Forest Park.

Close your eyes and picture Forest Park full of Scots and Americans, many wearing traditional highland attire, the sound of the bagpipes floating across the park, the clang of swords, the melody of folk music, the grunts of the athletes as they toss cabers and other heavy objects, the smell of food, the laughter of children, and the cheers of onlookers. This was the experience for the thousands of people who visited the 2011 Scottish Games.

I was privileged to be one of the many volunteers involved. And I’m grateful that my day job actively supports my involvement in promoting the country of my birth to the great people of St. Louis.

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