Yep McGraw. I do wear trousers. (My wife reckons she wears THE trousers, but that's another matter.)

But my trousers, (same as Stalin's, Hitler's etc) are there to stop people peering at my "other" Willie. (Same as the despots.) the dog collar comment was a way of saying they are both vicars preaching the rules and constitution of the same club.

But I suspect you already sussed that out.

Hey Joe! Hear what you are saying but suspect that the association bit means you may have to spend time (especially in debates that question faith) distancing yourself from people with a different take on your creed. For me? I would tire of doing so, but respect the fact that you are not allowing them to be the definitive voice of 2,000 years of evolving faith.



Regarding this debate...

I bought a new guitar yesterday. It is a Rainsong. Yep, a carbon fibre guitar. Sounds wonderful, but can't wait to see the reaction of those locally who reckon folk music is something to do with warm beer, sticking your finger in your ear and lumps of wood providing the more melodic accompaniment to a rusty voice...

A bit like some of the new hymns I don't recognise on those rare occasions I am dragged to church (weddings etc.)   This time I am the one jarring those who prefer tradition...

Must get back to playing it. If you don't own one yet... do so. Full stop.

(Is that alright? Can I have my money now?)