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Highland Games and Festivals
Thomas Thompson:
For the first time in nearly 400 years Clan Thom(p)son Answered the signal fire calling all clans at the 10th annual Triad Highland Games, May 2nd 2008 at Greensboro, NC. For me it was a moment that sent a thrill and catch in my voice. On that night, I was taking part in a history that goes back to 16th century when signal fires were lighted on the watch towers as a call to arms for defense of the homeland against invaders. All, but one, of the clan representatives went out of their way to welcome Clan Thompson into their midst. It was a good games and we had a grand time. We added several names to our roll of petitioners to Lyon Court supporting re-establishing our clan. I was quite pleased when the President of Clan Campbell signed our petition.
The next big event for Clan Thom(p)son will be the Glasgow Highland Games, Glasgow KY. The games will start the on May29th with evening entertainment. and continue through Sun, June 1st. Clan Thompson Society will be conducting our first ever General Membership Meeting (AGM) Saturday night in the Baron River Campgrounds. Following the meeting we will have a feast prepared by our ladies, and perhaps even entertainment by Richard Todd on his new bagpipes. Just kidding. Several members are planning on attending; I hope to see you there! Tom
Thomas Thompson:
Babs and I took a great trip to three Highland Games last month. The first was" Loch Norman" always a first class venue. Friday night 'The Calling of the Clans" was an awe inspiring event!!!
Saturday and Sunday:The games seemed to be down a little bit from last year, but it was still an excellent event! The "Donnachaidh Clan" (Bab's clan) took me in and allowed me to take part in the "Parade of Tartan's", since I wouldn't march with the Mactavish's. The Donnachaidh's put together large contingent, about 10 or 12 people. The Mactavish's had 5,( 2 men, 2 women and 2 children ). So, I felt that we were right to separate from them. If you remember last year we had 8 adults!
All and all Babs and I had a great time.
Since gas is so expensive we decided it would be best to stay in the area, since we were going to meet Tom & Mary in Greensboro in two weeks, so we thought we would take in the "sumter Games" in Sumter, S.C.. It was a small game (one day) maybe 7 or 8 clan tents.They featured a singer Ed Miller, a really great entertainer. We don't usually buy CD's form these guys but we bought one of his.
We met a heavy athlete, he was wearing a Mactavish kilt. He was upset at them for not sponsoring him at the games. I think that says alot about Clan Mactavish.
Anyway, on to Greensboro and "The Triad Games".
My grandson only lives an hour form Greensboro so it was a great chance for us to get together, and for him to see his first scottish highland games.
Tom & Mary got there on Friday afternoon so of course we went to "The Calling of the Clans" where Tom was a hit with his "Hide your women and cattle The Thompson's are there" speech.
Saturday, The five of us manned the tent. Although it was only a one day game it was very well organized. We took part in "The Parade of Tartans", A Salute to Veterans, which Tom, Mary, and I marched in and there was the" Border Reiver Challenge" that I entered. Bows and arrows, sword play ax and knife throwing and Jousting (on a wheel barrow). It was great fun but I really need practice!!!!!!!!!!!!!
We are looking forward to the next games in Glasgow. Bye for now. Fred and Babs.
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Forum_mgr:
LOCK UP YOUR WOMEN - THE "THOMS" ARE HAVING THEIR FIRST AGM~!!!
Glasgow, KY games the end of May and 1st weekend of June will be the site of the first annual Clan Thom(p)son Society AGM. Plan to attend on Saturday night - you can stop by the clan tent during the day to get the specifics --- low key and casual from what I understand. GOOD LUCK and hope you have a good crowd!
Make your plans and support your clan!
F.M.
MACTAVISH:
IF THEYRE LOCKING UP THE WOMEN IM CERTAINLY NOT COMING OVER!
Paula Cash Womack:
First, we couldn't get to the Triad games but are very excited about the reception y'all received from the other clans.
Second, we are really looking forward to the Glasgow weekend.
And lastly, there's no way some of us will be locked up if Stevie is around... we do like men in kilts! right ladies?
Have a great Monday!
Paula
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