But it's more than merely an extension of England. It has its own identity, its own history, its own personality, its own wide open, rugged scenery. However, the average man on the street in Scotland isn't wearing the plaid, knee-length, wraparound pleated skirt that originated in the Scottish Highlands and was used as a blanket at night. But I did learn the clue to Scotland's notorious weather. Just bad clothing.
Some women say they resemble Scottish men.
Scotland has a national emblem, the thistle, which is said to have saved the country when the Danes crept up to attack, stepped on the prickly plant and screamed, alerting the Scots. And Scotland has its own cuisine. Salmon, of course, and the typical Scottish breakfast of porridge, kippers, eggs, black pudding, bacon and oatcakes. But when it comes to the national dish, haggis, I can't hack it. Not that I even try.