Cheeky Actress

An apple and some peanuts

....And Mary Of Orange

Eenie ...Meanie..minie ...Mo!

Tess St. Claire was the last person she wanted to speak with. The guard unlocked the cell and called forth Lilly. Tess looked Lilly over once, still holding the hanky to her nose. “Really Lilly” Tess said shaking her head. “Your behavior has been in question ever since you’ve arrived here in Port Royal. What am I to tell Lord Darnley?” It was then Lilith looked over up at Tess St. Claire. That name. Lord Darnley. Where did she hear that name before? Lilith stared off into spaced and tried to remember where she had heard that name before. But before Lilly could reply, Tess raised her hand. “Never you mind. Just be lucky that I found you. If it had not been for that reckless group of ‘Wild Women from the North’ I would have never have found you.” Oh, they were quite a group of seamen! I couldn't understand the lot of them...Gaelic perhaps...or maybe it was Scottish?" “Do you mean Hamish? Is he all right? Last I saw of him was upon the docks. He said that he needed to look for his First Mate.” “Yes,…yes…yes..and I am sure he did, Dearie.” Tess said nodded in agreement. “I have spoken to the Officer of the Gate and he has decided to let you go. Under my protection of course.” Lilly listened in disbelief. She couldn’t believe that Tess was able to get her released from jail. Something was up, yet she would have to wait and see. “Now, you must come with me. I have something special to show you! You will thank me later!”

“How dare this …this woman dare speak to me that way!” Lilly thought to herself. She felt her blood boil and her fits clench tight as the words of this creature tormented her. Lilith looked back at the crowd of women as they whispered among themselves. One passed a piece of bread to another and mumbled. “This and whatever we get for supper tonight. I am sure that Lilith will take her in one blow!” It was then Lilly controlled her anger and straightened her form. She did not say a word as she walked passed the sea captain and took a seat off on the far end of the cell. “Good,” whispered Lilith. “I didn’t feel like killing anyone today, anyway.” The cell was over crowded. Many of the women were there for vagrancy, theft, disorderly conduct, prostitution, murder…and the like. A girl half her age knelt next to another woman who must have been her mother. The young girl looked up at Lilly. “What are you here for?” She said softly. “As I told you…I am innocent.” Replied Lilly has she tried to keep her voice low. “My mother and I are divers. We got caught a fortnight back. We are scheduled to hang on the 12th of this month.” What dreaded news. Lilly thought to herself. This poor creature, not even in the prime of her life now forces to meet her maker in less than seven days. “I am here because of love.” Suddenly, a scoffing sound came from Lilith on the other side of the jail cell. “Fool!” Shouted Lilly. “Me?! You are the fool, Mistress! Love has gotten you into this place and where are your powerful friends now? Where are those who wish to protect you?” It was then they heard the sound of footsteps approaching the cell door. “Silly creatures…you lot.” Said a figure from the other side of the cell. “There…that one in the blue mantua. I wish a word with her.” Lilly stood quickly. There before her eyes stood Lady Tess St. Claire. “Come now…I haven’t all day!” She said covering her nose with a perfumed handkerchief.

Chi Tea and sweet Rolls ( ) - Got to cut back on this sort of thing! Trophy Fishing Boat - Still sitting in my driveway - Dang thing won't turn over - wonder what it could be THIS time?! My Da, who is doing very well after his surgery! Still thinking about Collin - Hmm...perhaps I should send him a note?

It was a long walk to the bowels of the jail. The air was thick with the stench of rotting straw foul air. The light was from of the touches which guided the guards and Lilly to her cell. As the cell door was open, the creaking of the heavy metal door caused Lilly’s very blood to run cold. “I am innocent!” She shouted as one of the guards shoved her into the cell, slamming the door behind her. A roar of laughter erupted from the every dark corner of the cell’s contense. “Oi, we are all innocent here, aren’t we ladies!” Shouted a dark figure sitting in the shadows. Again, the roar of laughter rose quickly. It was then the guard stepped forward and shouted. “Be quiet you… and that goes for the lot of you! If you are not quiet, I will make sure none of you will have your evening meal!” As he turned to go, the guard turned and looked at Lilly. “Pity.” He muttered. It was then she reached through the bars and grabbed his coat. “Pray, I am innocent! I need to get word to Captain Sterling. Surely, you can see I am not like these…women here. I pray you; I’ll do anything if you would please let me out of here.” The guard looked her over again, this time a sly grin appeared upon his face. “Would you?” Lilly shuttered at his reply. “I know people…important people.” She whispered to him as he drew closer. “What do you desire? Money? I could send word and have you promoted in weeks. You would never have to see the inside of this God forsaken place again. What say you? Please…” “I wouldn’t waste your breath on him, Mistress…” A calm and sudden voice came from the other side of the cell. “He’s not worth you soiling yourself with. No man is. Save your influence for the Judge. Perhaps he will be more appreciative of your charms.” “That will be enough out of you!” Shouted the guard. The dark figure moved forward. She her feet and hands were shackled. Her right eye was bruised and her lip cut open. “And do what…beat up on a woman? Now that’s a very manly thing to do!” Lilly looked over at the guard. With a look of disgust, the guard waved his hand and walk down the dark hallway and up the stairs. Lilly turned and faced the woman. “You were no help. I could have convinced him that…” The woman shouted back at Lilly. “You could have convinced him that you were worth his half hour of pleasure then back to the cell you’d be. Do not be foolish, Mistress. There are better ways of getting out of here. Had it not been for me being in the wrong place at the wrong time I wouldn’t have ended up in here in the first place.” “Oh, and I assume you know how then?” Lilly said looking at the woman with a bit of disgust. Lilly glanced this woman over once then crossed her arms in front of her . “Who do you think you are, anyway?” The woman quickly bowed low for Mistress McKinney. “I am Lilith Sheol, Commander and Captain of the Tartarus.”

**Captain rolling eyes** "Obviously ye know nothing about living on a ship...and ye, m'dear, are an actress, not a pyrate at all..." "And thank the Good Lord! Me a pyrate?! ( ) "

Soy milk is good! I perfer the flavored ones as Silkie mentioned. Health wise, so much better for women who are 35 years of age and older. The benefits are a plus. It must be kept cool/cold though...that I know. What's this about a goat and chickens? Good Lord Captain, I thought we were pyrates and not farmers?! Chicken...you have to be really careful with - especially with all sorts of bird viruses out there. I do have a stuff lamb called "Flossy" she's no trouble at all. I will see what I can find regarding containers for livestock during the late 17th century, Captain. Thus far...nothing.

Shouldn't be, "Who do you like your rum on? Body shots anyone?

Oh...forgot the most important part of the meal...(other than the rum!) And ice cream with fresh berries!

Here you go, Captain Sterling: I obtained this information from Black John's site. July 7, Pirates Invade the Lockhouse, Havre de Grace, MD A group of pirates lands at a port in Maryland, looking to sell their wares, only to find opposition from local law enforcement. Era - 1710s Camp - Trading and raiding party with civilians and coffeehouse Opposing Forces - yes So, it does look like it is still on.

Run? ...very well...Scamper

See what I mean?

Welcome Manglin' Maggi Maloney! I'll take a cider, if you please. Watch yer step. Some of us are more friendlier than others!

It's better to be looked over than overlooked. Belle of the Nineties, spoken by Mae West

Flee

It depends....How MANY cats do you have, Ransom? Last of the filing is done...I can't stand doing filing!

Hmm...now this would be VERY interesting. I wonder who would cross the line first. Knowing our Captain, it just might be him!

Does anyone know what the boy playing with the dog on the far right side of the painting has in his left hand? Is it some sort of toy or staff?

Haven't we met before, Arthur of Kent? What do you like in your rum?

Typing up a to-do list for tonight...then a weekend full of sewing...(Sorry, not for GAoP).

Grilling out tonight. Lovely evening for it. Two stakes marinated in whisky-BBQ sauce, fresh corn on the cob, seven layered salad and potatoe wedges. oh, and Rum and Coke with lime...can't have summer fun without summer drinks!

Greatful! Someone from our TN office (Corporate) sent me another jar of 'ROCKS". It's an inside joke with those who work with me. It's chocolate covered candy that looks like small rocks. Freaks out the kids at pyrate events.

Stand and Delivery! Adam Ant