Well, there we were, the Thirty-first day of October, Halloween night! The ship made its way back up the San Bernard River to Dido's, always a favorite retreat for the boys.
Now, the plan was this: The Intercoastal Pirates would break with their normal habit of disguising themselves as local townfolk when they raid the port this time. No "normal" clothes, shaving, or the like on this trip. Just dress up like a fictional character, and go have at it!
So, Captain Faulk decided he would make it a Knight to remember, while it seemed Steve had a bone to pick with the idea. Ronnie got into the spirit, and was running around like a demon getting ready. It is possible Stu did not get the parchment-memo on this one.
Now Rick, faithful lieutenant to the Captain, got the wise idea that the people at Dido's wore normal clothing for their land-lubbing life... so why put on something new? Just wear what he wears on the ship and who would be the wiser? So, with little fanfare and even less hair care, he came ashore as... you guessed it... a Pirate! I am sure he would call it ship-savvy... but it was, at least, efficient!
The crew had a great time, and were even joined onstage by Proprietor Andrew for a song. Some new tunes were tried on the crowd, with a rowsing applause being the result. All in all a good night, and the costumes were put away for another year. No, Rick... put something on...
