April 10, 2016
Just in time for
the weekend, snow showers in Ohio. LOL Considering I was still wearing shorts
and flip-flops in October, I won't gripe anymore. J
Update on the gimpy
kid… she'd made huge strides over the last week, going from her splint down to
a boot and now easing into a brace. She's doing therapy and it's making a huge
difference. She won't be ready to jump hurdles before the end of track season,
but she's mobile and crutchless for the most part. *throws confetti*
Sad there isn't a
new Walking Dead, but also a little
relieved. I'll give next season a quick go then decide if I can deal with Negan
or not.
The Magicians is almost to the season ender and I'm kind
of excited to see what happens. Bitten
is also two episodes away from its finale and I'm kind of sad there won't be
any new episodes to look forward to.
No new The Flash, but Agents of SHIELD had a terrific showing. I rather like how the deep
division seems to be setting up Captain
America: Civil War.
Arrow… wow. I'm actually kind of shocked at who we lost. That said, never say
die in a show based on a comic series. There's a solid chance we'll see the one
we lost again.
Legends of Tomorrow put a good episode together. I really love
the complicated mix and relationships portrayed. I will admit, I'm actually
kind of tired of Savage constantly having the upper hand. I'd like to see a
serious blow dealt to him and maybe an introduction of some other villains.
Still need to watch
Banshee, but I have the eps ready to
go. And the first episode of Wynonna Earp
proved awesome! If the second ep is as good, I'm all-in. Kind of looking
forward to The Hunters and hoping it
holds my interest.
That's it for TV
this week.
Tonight's post is
from Manifest Legend, a free origin story for the caretaker and island in the
Insula Ara ~ Sanctuary Island brand.
Here's the
mini-blurb:
Insula Ara is a mystical island offering sanctuary to those
in need, but when she reveals herself for the first time, Cedric Edward
Teasdale, former crewman of a privateer, almost blows his chance for refuge…
and a reunion with his lost love.
And a preview snippet…
"Captain, make fer
the ship. You 'ave got to get off the island." Cedric Edward Teasdale
might be a lowly crewman, but he knew battle tactics and strategies better than
most seasoned officers.
And his captain had
to get much needed supplies to the front.
"I'd love to
head out, Ceet, but the hold is still being filled. I can't leave without the
bulk of the cargo." Captain James Avery didn't do anything by half
measures.
Ceet understood.
Avery wasn't a privateer because he had to be. And the man didn't just play at
raiding other ships for sheer enjoyment. No, Avery was cut from a different
cloth.
He believed in the
crown and would do whatever necessary to protect it.
"Aye, Captain. That
ye can't." Ceet took a step forward and lowered his voice. "If'n
you'll excuse me impertinence, sir, I took the liberty of outfitting that old
battlement with fodder for the canons. They be primed and ready."
Ceet experienced a
humble moment at the look of pride on Avery's face.
"Your
impertinence is excused, Ceet. You've done well."
Bobbing his head at
the compliment, Cedric looked to the horizon. "I can hold 'em off til you
get the hold filled. Then you 'ave to make yer getaway swift and sure."
Avery nodded. "I
can only spare two men. That won't hold them off for long."
"Beggin' yer
pardon again, sir. You can't spare that. I'll take one man for an hour half.
And that's to load up additional fodder for the canons. Once that's done, he'll
be out on the last boat to the ship. You'll need all hands to make yer
escape."
Avery pondered Ceet's
words in silence before speaking quietly. "I won't allow you to sacrifice
yourself for me, Ceet."
"Yessun, you
will. And it's no sacrifice. I could do worse than this beaut of an
island."
Avery turned, his
eyes surveying the lush landscape. "You're sure? I'll return if we make it
through, but it could take years."
"I'm sure. I've
grown to love this place. I'll take care of the island and it'll take care of
me."
"God willing,
Ceet."
"Swift sailing,
Captain. May the wind always be at your back."
"Farewell, my
friend."
Ceet is a terrific
character and so much fun to write. The island is also fun to portray.
That's it for this
week.
Cheers!
Skye
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