Capt. Sterling

^ Why not both? < Aurore arrives tomorrow... V kids or no kids?

Sterling waited impatiently, knowing all too well that March would now be the last person to pass on the order for Mr. Straw to make his way to the captain's quarters for a matter of importance. Ordinarily, Sterling would have been livid for his orders to be so blatantly disobeyed but Andrew March had been a friend for many years and not just a drinking companion. Sterling highly valued his first officer's opinion in all things, so now, he could only try to keep his temper in check and settle back to think about what the angry Scot had to say. After all, it would not be the first time March had been right about something in one of their disagreements. A number of times he unfolded and re-read the actress's letter. It would be so simple for him to ease back into her company. She knew how to please him and yet, she had never been able to give her full attentions to him and him alone. Maybe he was wrong, but when it came to the woman he wished to love, he did not wish to share her with any one else except his children and family. Still, Lilly could be considerate and caring to the point of spoiling him. He found himself smiling at the thought but only briefly when he remembered how many other men he had, had to compete with for her attentions and on a regular basis. His thoughts turned to his new bride. He was all too well aware of how quickly a mere infatuation extinguished itself and he could only wonder if that was what his wife was now experiencing. How little he knew her and he now wished he had taken his time in his pursuit of her. But being shot had unsettled his judgement. Perhaps, with more time, he could have made himself better acquainted with the other members of her clan. He knew not all would except him, but some might, given more time. Perhaps then he would not feel so shut out of the things that mattered to Aurore. He had been shut out of enough things during his life time, he did not wish to be isolated from his wife's affairs. He also knew family was of the utmost importance to her as it was to him, unfortunately, it was something, except for his brief time with Tess, that he had never really come to know well. Perhaps the future Lilly had to offer him was the only offer of happiness that life would present to him. And yet, as he lay there, his heart ached for Aurore so much so that he would rather be shot again than to feel such discomfort.

^ Pretty far, have done a number in England and Wales. RF2 is a breeze only 14 hour drive.. < Hard wooden bunk... geeze I get the floor whilst Aurore and Lilly get the beds!!! I am hoping they still have the long chaises in the rooms...sigh V How long do you put up with Thread Nazis?

^ enjoy the whole process, whether it be making clothing or baldricks or pistols, ect... BUT hate going to the stores and not being able to find period correct materials or even something that looks correct but content may be off... ugh!!!!!!!!!!! < Sorry we'll miss you at RF2 but wish you a wonderful time at your own event! V period correct ONLY or say you find a fabric that is part polyester BUT exactly matches a print from the time frame you play in, would you go for it and explain that it is not perfect for anyone who asks?

^ nope but I sure have some good poker hands < Still trying to think of all the stuff I have to finish packing V would you rather talk on the phone or email folks you know?

Flag

pledge

No we will NOT be attending this event, we are focusing more on another one Blackjohn is working on for the next month.

Certain I am that she is not referring to me, my wings don't even smell of smoke...

^ nope, just add the new and exciting to the bunch < Still packing, too much stuff!! V How much are you willing to pay on a hobby?

^ Hmmm usually don't snack but when necessary I would say pretzels < 19 degrees today, which is cold in my neck of the woods, but I agree with Ransom, had enough winter already. Maybe I would change my mind if I could spend some time skiing. V Read the papers or listen to the news?

Thank God all the folks are all well, but what terrible news about the ship. Hoping all works out for the very best.

^ Shellfish especially lobster and oysters < My eight year old is so into history right now that he's even given up watching cartoon network for Boomerang V red meat, chicken, pork or all?

^ pineapple coconut < starting to pack for RF2, as usual the truck is NOT big enough and I really don't want to take the trailer over the mountains in the winter... V What is the oddest thing you like to snack on (people don't count)

Brilliant!

**SIGH**

^ sleep is the perfect answer. As to pillows lots but not by choice < one more work day this week!! V Small sword or cutlass? or both?

^ Someone to love and be loved by < no sign of snow, school tomorrow, off for a few hours of sleep V buckled shoes or bucket boots?

^ creative any day... non fiction, legal ... all gets so tedious quick.. < seeing the light at the end of the tunnel, may actually be ready for when the "wife" arrives Tuesday for RF2 and then the drive up on Thursday V Ices or ice cream?

^ Steal... oops that's the pirate talking.... Money < have a fever... groan V Suggestions for keeping a crew standards high without being too exclusive?

Well if it helps, the Archangel crew does period correct camping... so far we don't have any members that would require modern camping.

great

damaged

Aye that would be an important factor for my crew as well.

glass