Shipping Out on the Midday Tide

Argh, shiver me doggy timers and ah...things like that. This be Pirate, writing to tell you about me...ah, my...spectacular holiday plans. Today I'm shipping out with a couple of land lubbers to have a shake at living independent like on a faraway shore.

It's a little intimidating to be making my first voyage without my mum; but my tiny mateys are fearless, and not at all scurvy! They assure me we're headed for a safe harbour with fair winds and fine sailing ahead.

I'll be writing again to keep you appraised on my progress, and to brag about all the treasure and adventures we'll find!

Hoping my message bottle drifts your way,

Pirate