Capt. Sterling

Welcome to the pub and a Happy Belated Birthday to ye! Hope ' t was grand!

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Pirates of Paynetown By Jim Cummings I will be the first to admit that I was very wrong in my conception of ``Pirates of Paynetown" a re-enactment held at Lake Monroe in Bloomington, Indiana. What I thought was going to be a ``Pirates of the Caribbean Spoof" with a bunch of Johnny Depp look-alikes was not. I was dead wrong. The Pirates of Paynetown was put on by and held at Lake Monroe State Park. It was the second year for the event and our first time there. But it won't be the last. This State Park is one of Indiana's crown jewels. It has 14,000 acres and most of it is covered in water. If you haven't been there it is worth putting on your ``things to do list". Pirates of Paynetown was a serious re-eactment of the days when Pirates roamed the Atlantic Coast and the Carribean and even ventured into some inland water ways through the great lakes. Now I'm not saying there wasn't a lot of fun going on - there was. Any time you get a bunch of re-enactors together there will be fun. But add in the relaxed atmosphere of this event, with sword fights and pirates skirmishes, lots of cannon fire and boats on the water and you have a crowd pleaser. And to my amazement I knew almost 95% of the re-enactors there or had read about or seen the other 5%. There was a mix of Revolutionary War, French and Indian War, and even a few Civil War crossovers who had all modified their look and became ``pirates for a weekend." About the only Johnny Depp look alikes were visitors of the 5 year old variety. Pirates were a real fact of life in this hemisphere and in the continuing quest to bring history alive this is a very viable event - one that I hope the DNR of Indiana will continue. One of the groups that came to Paynetown was The Crewe of the Archangel. This diverse group of re-enactors comes together from various locations in the US and does other time periods as well as pirates. Every one had a great time as the photos can attest. Spectators in pleasure craft on the water as well as swimmers in the nearby swimming area stopped what they were doing as the battle began. There was even a hanging - something I've not seen before at an event. (DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME!) Put on by The Archangel Crewe, it was done with a body harness and a bit of theatrical know how. While every safety precaution was taken - it was a very realistic look at the punishment for crimes in the 17th and 18th centuries in this country. It was a great addition to the weekend and brought gasps from the crowd. Afterwards everyone was invited for a closer look (children especially) to see the body harness and hook that made it look so real. Aynes and Logsdon The Pirates of Paynetown was a great event and will no doubt grow each year. The program was well thought out and the setting was a beautiful backdrop to the event. It was attended by some of the area's best known re-enactors and even had 5 former Pioneer Times Re-Enactors of the Month. In attendance were Kyle and Laura Willyard, Allen Marsee, Nathan Logsdon and the lastest - Gavin Kelly. The event organizer was Jennifer Aynes aynesj@gmail.com with additional help in recruiting re-enactors from Nathan and Andrea Logsdon.Said Aynes, ``We want to maintain a true living history event, as realistic as possible in dress and activities. We want everyone to have fun, but not be taken over by a ``carnival atmosphere" so that we can still educate the public. As events come and go by the wayside Pirates of Paynetown fills a different niche. For a mid summer event the beautiful Monroe Lake offeres a cool and shady spot for everyone to get out and participate. There were games for the children and plenty to see for everyone. And if it gets too hot - there's always the boats and the lake for relief. So put ``The Pirates of Paynetown" on your schedule for next year. This one can only get bigger and better each year. The park is easily accessible, clean and the atmosphere is one guaranteed to draw the public.

I can well imagine...

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Already pmed him about something

clothing

Hmmm back in the **cough** 70s, Mystic Seaport, CT. used to have a wonderful art department in their gift shop... we purchased a lovely piece for the Rattlesnake and the Morgan... you may try googling them and finding a phone number perhaps... Prestons' (sp) on the North Eastern tip of Long Island, Greenport I think, used to have a very good nautical art department as well... purchased some of Dawson's works there...I believe the Bounty is now berthed there as well, when she isn't traveling.

OMG, DON'T YOU JUST HATE THIS?!

Need the money be sent in ahead of time or will payment "at the door" suffice?

John Adams...1776... oops this isn't the movie quote thread is it???

Well said Silkie.... as well as any excuse to wear boots...

Can hardly wait for you to finish the rest...

There you go Cheeky! Problem solved...

Late morning heat roused first man from light slumber. He sat up, stretched than woke his companion. Both dressed hurriedly in spare clothes that had quickly dried in the intense heat. "Glad tis not myself locked up on a day like today," the second man grumbled. "'Twould be such as being confined in a dutch oven, I'll sware." "Belay such talk ye fool!" Came a harsh warning. "Or ye just might end up in such a state and I have no plans to be joining ye. We have a simple enough task to accomplish. Get the lady and get out of here as fast as we can. Any news we may be able to gather as well surely will not do any of us a disservice either. Just make certain ye be not volunteering any in return."

An annoying cricket

Well put .... but then I thought you wanted linen and 18th century lace?

And I have yer new cravat!

rough translation Bottle Cellar circa 1680-1690

Get rid of the bustle pad I think and just stick with your petticotes and remind me not to wear my red coat... I have an idea for this dress... and you really do need Rats to photograph this... the pictures aren't doing it justice...or your hubby...snigger

Wow... a lot of work that! When you get the chance, bring it to the dry cleaners and have them do a really good pressing job on it. The silk train should hang better then... and do you have your stays on?

“You know well enough that we should not be here at all,” whisper of protest was given as the pair hunkered down in the over growth far from the beach. “He’d a come if it were ye that were needing the looking after,” said the other. Then he sat, heavily, tarred package coming to rest upon his lap. Knots were quickly undone and clothes, no more the worse for wear than had been expected from the long haul in, were laid out to dry. They would be needed … in time. For now, having escaped from the sea’s embrace, the early morning air was amply warm enough for the wet slops they were currently adorned with. One last cautious look was cast about before he laid himself down in the tall grasses, offering one more word of advice, then eyes were closed to try and sleep a bit before he and his companion made the hike into Port Royal.

immortality

Heartfelt condolences Lady. So sorry to hear of your loss.