Cpt Sophia M Eisley

Indeed. I'm not a night owl, yet found myself sticking to the Hide (or Willie Wobble's for his 'juice') until very, very late into the evening. Very nice pics, Madame Grace. :)

Bones by Little Big Town

Dutch - Alcohol allergy? Really and for true? Sadly, I have to limit my intake of beer (a light intolerance to a few ingredients), but by and large I seem to handle libations in moderation. Michael - That'd be fantastic! I've never tried a homemade batch of wine before (at least, I don't think I have). I may have to keep an eye out for pomagranates down here, as I do see them often. Yeah, they can be pricey at times, but I think I can splurge on a few and make a couple of batches of mead. Perhaps a gallon or two for this year's PiP.

Hey Michael - Any chance you might be brining some of this down to Searle's in March? It'd be an interesting thing to try. I've been reading this thread off and on since it started, and am wondering what's the oddest fruit someone's used to make the stuff? I'm wondering if pomegranite juice would make a nice mead.

1) A big ol salad (lots of veggies, some turkey and cheese) 2) Universal IOA signage (Ministry of Magic at work) 3) Robin(ski) 4) My brother Jason (I miss the big lug)

I'm reading Common Sense, by Thomas Paine (a short, but interesting read), and White Night, one of the Dresden Files novels from Jim "Hells Bells" Butcher.

No such luck at the JoAnn's down the street from Disney World. But I did find a 20 yard bolt of muslin for $14.99. Picked up one myself and may start working with it next week (now, to find a few patterns).

Kate's book will be heading out on Monday.

LOL...I just caught that Bo (and I lived in MO for a short while..geez). Shipping some of those down for PiP sounds like a very good idea. That'd help out alot of folks that might not find decent pole makin' materials.

Thank yah sirs! I'll keep those types of wood in mind. Indeed Bo, I wish I were closer...it'd solve this need pretty quickly. Where do yah live in LA?

Question folks on tent poles...I've recently bought a wedge tent that I'll use for a few reenactments prior to 09's PiP, and a friend told me what sort of wood NOT to get poles made from, and I'm embarrassed to say I've forgotten what he said. What types of wood would work best, and not warp in the humidity and such?

Very nice...and good price! I'll check my local JoAnn's too to see if they have 'em. Thanks Kate!

You sang beautifully milady. Indeed, hopefully you can get over to the pub/tavern more next year. I'm hoping to learn a few tunes myself to join in. I used to sing with friends alot in years past. Gotta get over the nerves once again and simply enjoy it.

Congrats on yer team winnin' Lady B! My dad's alma mater team (near my home port), USC won today as well. Twas a fun game to watch. On the other hand, the Broncos over the weekend (seeking AFC chances)...not so fun to watch. *turns green* Ah well, here's hoping the teams who didn't make it do better in their next season.

Maid on the Shore by Stan Rogers (yah sang that at PiP, right Silkie?) followed by Shallow Man by Sting

Here's to a Happy New Year, and an new start on old habits.

Hey folks - Spoke with Cpt William, and am passing on some info with his blessing: - If arriving Friday, that evening is a potluck of sorts, where folks are welcome to bring food items (if they can) for everyone to partake in. (Michael - That may be the ideal evening to make the yummy rice and beans concoction you've noted up there ^^). - Saturday's meals (if you are dressed for the reenactment) will be prepared courtesy of Searle's Buccanneers. That means breakfast, lunch and dinner. - Black powder is also available to those who would need it. He reiterated that folks should not don tricorns or bring their Jolly Roger flags, as neither are period accurate. I also asked about cocked hats, and he noted those would be worn by officers.

1) raspberry popsicle 2) curtain rod ($#@*&!!!) 3) William 4) Denise

^ - My place is typically decorated with Christmas flair around the week of Thanksgiving. Sometimes before, sometimes after. Presents not included (they're in CO with immediate family). < - My brain is already on autopilot and ready for the holidays (Two weeks off! With a little work in the mornings when I'm in town) I can't be on holiday yet though...gotta get some important work done by Friday. v - If you do decorate, do you take it all down a few days after Christmas, or do you keep it up for a few weeks, month, all friggin year, etc. (If you don't decorate, my question would be what do you do in lieu of decorating?)

Congratulations Bo for makin the good grades! How many classes do you have left on your plate? A hearty congrats to Callenish for graduating! It is nice to be done with it, isn't it? I hope you find a teaching position in the area you're aiming for. *crosses fingers*

What cute bunnies! I wish I had room for the little one in the top pic Mission...he is adorable.

Would a...trebuchet be involved in said tossing? Mission wrote: I personally figure about 5 minutes for a presentation because that's about all I usually want when I'm watching someone. I could go on for an hour about the crap I've learned, but I don't think that's being very considerate of my audience. I figure if they want more, they'll ask questions. (If you watch people, you can see when they're getting edgy.) I wouldn't quite say edgy Mission...perhaps a look of "glazed eyes". That's why I tend to shorten presentations I give (either that or make 'em funny).

In terms of breeches, I'd say some of the Venetian variety may work well for this event (check Sykes Sutlery...he has a good design for sale). Captain Johnson (crewmate to William and Doug) posted something over here on the Raid/Sacking. Some of it is repeat information, but he provides good links folks can check into, and confirms the date of the event. http://pyracy.com/index.php?showtopic=13848

Captain - Thanks for posting this. A great many of us are looking forward to this event.

I don't mind looking at snow, but getting buried in it ain't any fun let alone driving in it (that was an adventure in my lowriding PT Cruiser). That's why I moved far, far away from the stuff. Now I only have to look at it (from up close) a few days each year. Next week I'm sure it'll snow while I'm there, and it's been freezing cold in CO (at or below zero) and is supposed to stay that way. :angry: I'll suck it up though...someone playully suggested snow angels and writing in the snow. I'll surely give the first one a try for sake of nostalgia, but the other one I'll leave up to the guys in my family.