Testimonials

Mary Tyler, Clan Macgregor

Well, I for one am a large supporter of Clan Inebriated. I know they are not an official Clan but a parody of a clan, and one that initiates a fun time for all clans to unite together as Celts. We know all that participate in activities of Clan Inebriated, understand that it is not a real clan, but a fun group to celebrate kinship to drink to fun to friends!

Scotland is about the size of Southern California. Tell me we are not all related in some way! Many do not understand this, or are jealous of the CI's popularity as it is. I for one will fight to the death as the Scottish did in our heritage to support this group, and support them in their efforts to bring all together and highlight Scottish events. I think it will support up-and-coming younger groups to have fun at the games/festivals and enjoy their experience enough to come back promoting further attendance for many at the games/fests of our heritage!

God bless those who work hard to bring us together at events for what ever reason! I just want to say thank you and hope you continue at all events to show Scottish/Celtic Unity with CI!

Sincerely Mary Tyler a MacGregor who is a MacGregor spokes person for Clans of the Highlands and who also married a Douglas lol! I will be in full CI dress at the events to show support!

Check out my myspace at http://www.myspace.com/ladymacgregor to see I have indeed been a supporter with clan plaid and photo on my myspace! :)

Sheryl Ferguson, Clan Coordinator
Kern County Scottish Society Gathering and Games (9-Apr-2007)

Thank you --- Thank you --- Thank you

This was the largest turnout we’ve had in 12 years.

30 Clan Tents!!!!

Thank you – everyone, for your participation and support. I’ve already received a lot of positive feedback and I’m very hopeful that everyone had as good a time, meeting with all of you, as we did. It was great to meet our new friends and see all of our friends from years past. You were all so very co-operative, kind and understanding. I appreciate everything we represent as Clansfolk. This is the reason we became involved in this event to begin with: The Gathering.

This year’s winner for

Best Clan Tent Display 2007

our newest additions,

Clan Strachan and Clan Inebriated.

Congratulations to both Dennis and Kelly for their encouragement and promise to be back next year, bringing even more Clans in for our Gathering. They will have the honor of leading us in the Clan March for 2008.

One of the things that I am working on is the compilation of your suggestions. I was listening and have already started a list of things that would help things run smoother in the future. Please feel free to express any suggestions, complaints, ideas or concerns to me, either by mail, e-mail or even by phone. I will try to get them all addressed before our next Gathering. I hope that you will continue to help me in striving for a comfortable program that not only satisfies your expectations, but will encourage others to join.

I have received a lot of compliments on the Clan area from other sources: our visitors, some of the entertainers and some of the vendors. Everyone has had something nice to say about the way they were received in our area and how “at home” everyone felt just being there.

Good Morning Dennis, Just wanted to say Thank you for making us feel Welcome.....We so enjoyed talking and getting initiated into your clan. We look forward to the next gathering you have. "Gu Deoch,Gu Cairdean,Gu Spors!"

While it is unfortunate that the broader definition of the word "Inebriated", namely, being intoxicated with living and the celebration of life, has faded into the background to be largely replaced in modern society with the notion of drunken behavior, the founder of Clan Inebriated, Dennis Strawhun, has chosen to focus on the former definition of this word, simultaneously making a parody of the stereotype of the Celt as a hard-drinking person, but more importantly, stressing an intense celebration of life. Dennis and all that associate with the organization exemplify the intent of the broader definition of the word, namely, they are enjoying life and all that the camaraderie of like-minded Celts the world over has to offer. To be sure, there is drinking....that is part of the heritage of our culture, but it is not the focus of the organization. The group has tee-totalers as well that are totally dedicated to the cause of Clan Inebriated. The focus is on the fellowship of friends regardless of clan or family affiliation. Dennis, in the course of my observations, is not only intensely proud of his heritage as evidenced my his nearly tireless efforts to resurrect the ancient clan of Strachan, but he also has that intense love of life that exhibits itself in a jovial personality that one finds hard not to like once you get to know him.

Sheryl Ferguson, Clan Coordinator
Kern County Scottish Society Gathering and Games (22-Feb-2007)

"I think that the more people that feel connected to the clans, the better the turn out for our Gatherings. You provide a way that all can feel a part of it, no matter what their backgrounds may be. That makes what you do, priceless."

Pat Moran
Orange County Celtic Festival (17-Dec-2006)

"Clan Inebriated attended my "Celtic Festival Orange County" in November 2006, and conducted themselves in a very appropriate manner, bringing flags and banners, and helping in many other ways. Clan Inebriated celebrates our culture in an open way where everyone is welcome"