Pynch

The great highland bagpipe. No kidding. My neighbors hate me.

I'm impressed, as always.

Hmmm...Ni'all... The same lad I put a mark on oh, perhaps a year ago? Turtle and Hatchets mebbe? If so, tis one more reason I'm sad that I missed the festivities this year.

::blows a kiss to Cap'n Pern from far off Southern Maryland:: Alas...again...I'm working in Cap'n Pike's stead inking the masses. Drink one for me.

Prayers are the best. Cash is a darned close second. Folks, if you can, send something...even if it's only $5, to the Red Cross and mark it for disaster relief. There are a lot of poor families that have been hit hard and it may be months before they can assume some sort of normal life. In NO, the 9th Ward is gone and I'm pretty sure these folks don't have two dimes to rub together. They are going to be living hand to mouth for a long time to come. I'm sure the same applies for many families in Mississippi as well. Every little bit helps.

Reminds of something my insurance agent said yesterday... "Mother Nature must have an ex-husband in New Orleans." Twas about the only funny thing she said.

Anyone heard from him? He's a New Orleans resident. Cap'n...check in and let us know you're alright!!

Thanks Hurricane. There's a lot of folks down there that are going to need a LOT of help. BTW, has anyone heard from Captain William? Last I checked, he's from New Orleans.

I made it out on Sunday. Unfortunately, I missed Madam Macaw and you Crimson, but got to meet a few others. I was the sweaty idiot in a black Calico Jack JR tee and a cowboy hat. Garb and a motorcycle don't mix, hence the Southern Maryland look for me that day. Ah well, hope to meet more of you next time out.

Wow Ace! Many props to your artist...that's wonderful work. You should both be proud. Pictures Capn' Gage...we need pictures...

Glad she miss you all, but the b*tch destroyed my house. I am NOT a happy l'il pirate at the moment. I'm safe and dry in MD, but the house I just bought this winter in Uptown is smashed.

Being from Southern Maryland...cain't be anyting but "Yee-Haw!" Usually followed with "Hey Ya'll, Watch This!" Then a short trip in an amublance.

Heh, a JR on the back of a l'il blue Matrix just doesnt' have the same effect I'm afraid. :)

Your package fulla birdie feathers from Mayrland is en-route!

Well dear, go forth, enjoy the day and if you hear a ticking trash can, run like hell in the opposite direction!

After being back on a hardcore weightlifing and diet regiment...I've had a single glass of my favorite Red Zinfandel and well.... I'm snockered!

You got it Pais! Just give me a heads up about a week in advance and I'll write you in. Don't forget the EMLA. :)

With all due respect, this "correct" orientation thing is nothing but a ridiculous piece of superstition with no practical value whatsoever and should be dismissed as such. With all due respect, "correctness" has nothing to do with superstition. It has to do with respecting the tradition in which I was taught by the men and women who put in the time and skill to pass on the art of tattooing. All things are subject to change, but it is my preference to respect my mentor's skill as a traditional artist and as such, I prefer to pass on those teachings rather than dismiss them out of hand. And I find your evaluation of the "ridiculous" traditions of my trade offensive. If you would like to continue this discussion privately, please feel free to PM me.

I'm with you on that one Ace. :) And it really is a well done (and obviously well thought out) tattoo. I'm sure you'll wear it proudly.

lmao....one word.... EMLA snicker quit laughing pynch! No one's laughing here...I'm getting my shoulder/trap/back finished and I WISH I had a bit of EMLA at the moment! Yep...I'm a big wuss! :)

Beg to differ my dear...although I agree, the wearer has the final say over his/her placement...traditionally, heads face forward, or inward whenever possible, on the simplest of designs. But what do I know...I just do it for a living. :)

Beautiful work Pais!!! And you too Ace (I'm especially happy to see that your sparrow is pointing in the correct direction). :)

Such handsome men! ::swoons and bonks her head on the keyboard:: Seriously guys, the effort you put into your garb speaks volumes of your love of re-enactment and history. Makes a thrift-store pyrate like myself green with envy. :)

that last pic...WOW!

Okay, l'il miss Knockout...here y'are: http://www.pyracy.com/gallery/details.php?image_id=565 M'hair has grown a bit since this was last taken, but fer now, it's all I got! :)