Capt. Bo of the WTF co.

"no one forces you to make a choice"? Whew... nothing remotely real about that, sorry. The very fact that a choice is necessary is force in itself, and when it is controlled by people and out of your control, that is force too. Try again.

One more time... making a choice and being FORCED to make a different choice at the whim of corporate america are two entirely different catagories. Be an optomist if you want, but I choose to be a realist. Capt. Bo

HEY! What about them there Turkish Boots! Are they GAoP? Sombody get Petee in here quick! (sorry... couldn't resist!) Capt Bo

Recalcitrant... that's what my last C.O. wrote me up for back in 1987, USN. I refused to buy a pair of corafram (patent leather shiny) shoes for inspections, and insisted on wearing my ISSUED dress shoes. No matter how long I spent or how hard I worked to shine them, he would always fail me. Even my division officer said mine were the best shined shoes in our division. Finally one day before the Atlantic Admiralty, at inspection, he asked me why I wouldn't buy the patent leather kind. I was so pissed off by this time, that I gave him the same answer the Navy gives a seaman when asked "why can't we have_____?" IF THE NAVY WANTED ME TO HAVE THEM, THEY WOULD HAVE ISSUED THEM... SIR!" Well... you can guess the rest... RECALCITRANT! Capt. Bo

What' a water pipe? And what's it used for? I've never heard of such a thing in my life. I think hangin out with you pyrate types is a bad influence on my person. Capt. Bo

I will pay shipping on any moisture you can send. Here in central Mo., we're already under drought warnings. Some areas got some storms, but here it just parts and goes around on all sides. Both lakes are dangerously low and expecting fish kills if the weather gets real hot.(lack of O2 in the water) We need rain BAD! Capt.Bo

Just another point to back-up Mac... there's a difference in making a choice you want, and being forced to make a choice by the circumstances created by others. Capt. Bo

I forgot to mention hand to hand combat must be approved prior to the beginning of the battle. This normally involves native americans and colonials in wrestling and some use of "faux" war-clubs and rubber knives, but could be applied to swordplay as well. Capt. Bo

Free your mind and your ass will follow. (Don't know but I love it!) Capt. Bo

I just read a news article about the Iranian pres. sayin that the crude prices are way below what the value is, and if the "west" doesn't back off the nuclear confrontation, the 2.5 million barrels a day they eport will become a playing card in this. Get ready for that $100 a barrel boys and girls. Then corporate America will be charging us $6.oo a gal. Just let me know when you've all had enough and want to start over... patiently waiting for the next Lexington/Concord days. :) Capt. Bo

The few battle re-enactments that I attend all follow the same basic "rules"- Everyone who plans to be on the field attends a safety meeting before each days battle, and must sign a "muster sheet" that proves they attended. This is where the rules are laid down for participants. No ramrods or lead allowed on the battlefield, knives tied in to their sheaths to prevent them falling out/someone falling on or stepping on the exposed blade. Powder cannot be loaded directly from the horn/flask. Only measures or paper cartridges to be used. All participants report to the safety officer on the field to have their weapons examined prior to the battle. This is to ensure compliance with the rules and to inspect for loaded weapons so that no accidental,(or intentional), shootings occur. Capt. Bo

Why sure it was! Didn't you see Leonardo cheat at cards to win passage, then steal the girl and diamond from the rich guy? Capt. Bo

I don't know how period correct the glass panes are for sure, but they will definately put out more light for what you want. I use a variety of different glass paned lanterns with my colonial camp kits, and favor those with metal frames over those with wooden frames. Had a candle fall over against the side of a lantern and caught the woodedn upright on fire. Fortunately I was just outside of the tent and had no damage other than foul smelling smoke all over everything. My two cents. Capt. Bo

"If it's worth doing, it's worth doing right."(don't know for sure but my Great Grandpaw used that everyday of his life) " I know a little bit about alot of things, I know alot about a few things, but I don't know everything about anything." (Me) Capt. Bo

Not pyratey at all, but Mainstreet by Bob Seger and Silver Bullet gets me feelin like feelin good with me missus every time. Pink Floyd Shine On You Crazy Diamond, part 1, is another tune to keep time/ rythym with as well... :) Capt. Bo

On the subject of canvas buckets, I keep two around any time alot of camps are close in on each other for firefighting , and over the years I have aquired two very nice old brass buckets that are also kept full for the same purpose. Most events require at least two gallons minimum if you have a fire in camp. Capt. Bo

Yeah I've seen all of those, plus several that mention a cylindrical popper that was made of sheet metal and was designed like a squirrel cage in "colonial" times. I'd like to find something really significantlike a drawing or photo of this, or more solid evidence that shows it was widely used. I have it in house gardens, used as cereal and all the references to the Indians and stuff, but I want to find some actual period reference for absolute proof if possible. Can't find an image of that popper yet either. Capt. Bo

Aye fellers... Blondiewench just happened by as I was viewing the Siren's photos, and it earned me a bop up-side th' ead! So, as long as I've already paid the price ... I must say, A lovely lady indeed miss Siren. Capt. Bo

Im engaged in another historical forum on the commonality of popcorn in the colonial period. I was wondering if there are any maritime references to it in the way of trade goods on ships manifests, and what is the story on it across the pond? Can anyone come up wih anything from these angles? I've already googled the stuff and read most of whats there but there are alot of ares not covered. Thanx! Capt. Bo

Another thought with that in mind... Although the arms were possibly kept by individuals and readily accessable, and as noted by "Onesies" above, the drunkenness could lead to violence or mutiny etc.- Would it be possible that the Captain would have had the powder and shot kept under lock from the crew? Just a thought.... Capt. Bo

Yes, that was an "eye opener" for me as well. Ethiopian goats get high and we all get coffee! What a deal! So the UK got tea and coffee together? An "overdose"! No wonder you guys are so busy! Have a good one Foxe! (I know... the jokes were very lame.) Capt. Bo

William, my wedge is 7'x9', and I have a fly that could be "loaned" out that is 12' x15' total.(the one in the camp photo) I also have a 12x12 dinig fly that can be set up any number of ways if extra shelter is needed. I won't bring our "circus tent" which is late 18th cent. 12x12 with a 9x15 awning, unless it is requested. Capt. Bo

MEEEOOOWW! Think she'd wanna go tomcattin' around? Good mornin' Rumba! Have a great day! Capt. bo

Those are BUNS... I asked for TARTS!!! Capt. Bo

East/ West... what about us marooned in the middle? Nah, I know what ya mean, just bein me! I'll keep you informed of my situation as I know what it is. Thanx! Capt. Bo